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Things to do in Portugal

  1. Half Day Birdwatching Tour - East Madeira Island

    Half Day Birdwatching Tour - East Madeira Island

    3 hours 30 minutes (Departs Funchal, Portugal)

    by Viator

    Observe the endemic species and sub-species of Madeira while delighting yourself with the scenery of the Eastern part of Madeira. On a tour mainly by car with…

    Not LP reviewed

    from USD$38.99
  2. Private Tour to Arraiolos and Evora - UNESCO World Heritage City

    Private Tour to Arraiolos and Evora - UNESCO World Heritage City

    8 hours (Departs Lisbon, Portugal)

    by Viator

    This full-day private tour invites you to discover the amazing Alentejo region of south-central Portugal and two of its most important highlights: Arraiolos and…

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    from USD$150.28
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    Carla Amaro

    This tiny jewellery shop sells a colourful mix of whimsy and elegance, all handcrafted by Portuguese designer Amaro.

    reviewed

  4. Tomar and Batalha Day Trip from Lisbon

    Tomar and Batalha Day Trip from Lisbon

    9 hours (Departs Lisbon, Portugal)

    by Viator

    Take a fascinating full-day tour from Lisbon to the Portuguese towns of Tomar and Batalha. During the day, explore the charming medieval village of Tomar and…

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    from USD$115.67
  5. Private Tour: Estoril and Cascais Day Trip from Lisbon

    Private Tour: Estoril and Cascais Day Trip from Lisbon

    by Viator

    Discover the natural beauty of Portugal on a relaxing, full-day, private trip to the picturesque towns of Estoril and Cascais. Your private driver will…

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    from USD$45.49
  6. Private Tour: Lisbon's Hidden Highlights

    by Viator

    Discover the lesser-known sights of Lisbon on this private city tour. Skip the busy landmarks and head to entertaining and interesting locations like the Lisbon…

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    from USD$38.99
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    Livraria Nazareth

    Head up the stairs of Évora’s oldest shop, for maps, including Alentejo & Évora (€4.95), and some books in English.

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    Simbiose

    On two floors in an airy, quayside town house, Simbiose serves up decent traditional cuisine and lovely river views.

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    Café na Praça

    Kick off the night at this attractive café on the ground floor of a small mall near the Torre de Clérigos.

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    Miradouro da Graça

    There are brilliant views from this terrace, with soothing music during the day that gets heavier the later it gets.

    reviewed

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  12. O Forno

    This is the local pastelaria (pastry and cake shop) of choice for a local breakfast snack (or any excuse).

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    Taberna Típica Quarta-Feira

    A jovial spot in the heart of the Moorish quarter, this place is decked with wine jars and serves up hearty dishes.

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    Shmoo Café

    This slick bar lays the red light on thick, making for an intimate atmosphere that attracts a chic downtown crowd.

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    Transtejo

    These 2½-hour river cruises are a laid-back way to enjoy Lisbon’s sights with multilingual commentary.

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  16. Quinta Paraíso Alto

    Quinta Paraíso Alto, 7km north of Lagos has horse riding and also includes champagne picnic.

    reviewed

  17. Paraíso dos Cavalos

    One of the Algarve’s longest-established horse-riding centres is Paraíso dos Cavalos.

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    Lounge

    Small and sleek, Lounge plays a good range of, you guessed it, lounge music and more commercial-style house music.

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    Agia

    Agia offers daily 90-minute guided tours of Évora from outside the turismo (tourist office) on Praça do Giraldo.

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    Toca do Javali

    Boasting a delightful tree-shaded courtyard, Toca do Javali serves delicious barbecued mains, including wild boar.

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    Concert Halls

    Excellent classical concerts and ballets are held at Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian's three concert halls

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    Praia da Ribeira

    The largest beach in Cascais and closest to the Town Centre. They do get busy and the water quality is not great.

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    Teatro Nacional de São Carlos

    Worth visiting just to see the sublime gold-and-red interior, this theatre has opera, ballet and theatre seasons.

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    Praça do Príncipe Real

    The Praça do Príncipe Real is a relaxing shady square around which is Lisbon's principal gay district.

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    Trumps

    Lisbon’s hottest gay club with cruisy corners, a sizeable dance floor and events from live music to drag.

    reviewed

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    Igreja do Carmo

    The extraordinary knotted Manueline stone doorway of the Igreja do Carmo lies south of Largo da Porta de Moura.

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