
© Adrian Seliga/Getty Images
Portugal Europe
Medieval castles, cobblestone villages, captivating cities and golden beaches: the Portugal experience can be many things. History, great food and idyllic scenery are just the beginning.
Start planning your trip
Top Sights & Places
Unmissable- places
- sights
for your itinerary
- places
- sights
Planning Toolkit
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Articles
Latest stories from Portugal
Filter by interest:

Destination Practicalities
14 things Portugal locals want you to know before you visit
Jun 5, 2023 • 7 Min read
Tips & Advice
Do I need a visa to travel to Portugal?
May 27, 2023 • 4 Min read
All the info you need about getting a visa for Portugal, how long you can stay and the new visa-waiver program coming in 2024.
Budget Travel
Portugal on a budget
May 20, 2023 • 6 Min read
From free museums to wonderful medieval architecture, it's possible to get by on as little as €50 a day in Portugal. Here's how.
Hiking
Hiking the Camino? Why it's worth a detour on the Variante Espiritual
May 16, 2023 • 6 Min read
With Santiago de Compostela in sight, the best part of the Camino Portugués may require you to take a detour.
Destination Practicalities
The best time to visit Portugal
May 12, 2023 • 6 Min read
From festivals to budget accommodations, here's what's happening through the year in Portugal.
Hiking
Top 7 hikes in Portugal: from the beaches to the mountains
May 12, 2023 • 6 Min read
Portugal has a hike to suit every ability – from coastal strolls to multi-day treks through mountains and ancient Roman routes. Here's our pick of the best.
Public Transport
How to get around Portugal (without looking like a lost tourist)
May 11, 2023 • 6 Min read
From coastal train rides to DIY exploration with a hire car, here's how to get around Portugal.
Tips & Advice
The 11 best places to visit in Portugal
May 11, 2023 • 7 Min read
Lisbon and Porto get all the love, but there's so much more to Portugal than its captivating historic cities. Here are the 11 best places to visit.
Road Trips
Top 7 road trips in Portugal
May 10, 2023 • 7 Min read
Throw together an Iberian soundtrack and you're ready to hit the open road in Portugal. Here are our top Portuguese road trips, from the hills to the coast.
Beaches
11 of the best beaches in Portugal
May 9, 2023 • 5 Min read
Portugal has a vast coastline with wonderful sun-kissed beaches. Here are some of the best.
Guidebooks
Purchase our award-winning guidebooks
Get to the heart of Portugal with one of our in-depth, award-winning guidebooks, covering maps, itineraries, and expert guidance.