Portugal
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.
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Top places to visit in Portugal
Discover the best attractions in Portugal from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in TomarConvento de Cristo
- Attraction in PortugalMosteiro da Batalha
- Attraction in BelémMosteiro dos Jerónimos
- Attraction in RibeiraPalácio da Bolsa
- Attraction in PortugalPalácio Nacional de Mafra
- Attraction in BelémPalácio Nacional da Ajuda
- Attraction in CoimbraBiblioteca Joanina
- Attraction in SagresCabo de São Vicente
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Portugal travel tips from Lonely Planet experts
Find practical guidance from our team of contributors around the world who bring their decades of first-hand travel experience to your next trip.
Best Things to Do
Shape your travel plans around Portugal's rugged coast, mountainous inland, music heritage, vineyard-filled valleys and cultural festivals.
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Best Time to Visit
Form the Douro Valley to the Algarve, plan your visit to Portugal with our seasonal guide.
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Things to Know
Portugal is famous for surf, sand and scenery, but there are a few things to know before you visit. From dining etiquette to safety, here are our top tips.
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Transportation
From fast long-distance trains to local buses and car hire, plan your travels around Portugal with these top tips on transportation and tickets.
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Best Road Trips
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.
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Money and Costs
From free museums to low-cost food, here are our tips for a experiencing Portugal on a budget.
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Traveling with Kids
Portugal is incredibly family-friendly. Check out our top tips and the coolest experiences for your next adventure with children in tow.
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Best Places to Visit
Beyond the obvious towns of Lisbon and Porto, Portugal promises lively historic cities, incredible beaches and wonderful wine regions.
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Accessibility
Portugal wins the first “Accessible Tourist Destination” award by the World Tourism Organisation.
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Portugal and beyond
- destinationLisbon
- destinationPorto
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destinationBairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré - destinationAliados & Bolhão
- destinationAlfama, Castelo & Graça
- destinationPríncipe Real, Santos & Estrela
- destinationRibeira
- destinationMiragaia
