Travel guides and tips for Portugal

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Is Lisbon Safe for Tourists? Practical Safety Tips

Lisbon is generally safe, but petty theft and overcharging happen. Practical safety tips for transport, trams, nightlife and airports.

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15 Practical Tips Before You Visit Portugal

Money, plugs, tipping, language, siestas and safety: 15 practical tips for a smooth first trip to Portugal.

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Cascais and Estoril: A Coastal Day Trip from Lisbon

Cascais and Estoril are easy coastal day trips from Lisbon: the old town, beaches, Boca do Inferno and the seafront promenade.

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A Pilgrim’s Guide to Fátima and Santarém: Planning a Religious Tour from Lisbon

Planning a religious journey from Lisbon? Lisbon Cathedral, the Eucharistic Miracle at Santarém and the Sanctuary of Fátima in one private day.

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Cruise Day in Lisbon: How to Make the Most of a Port Stop

A cruise stop in Lisbon is short. Plan your day: what to see near the terminal, Sintra and Cascais, and how to be back…

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Portugal with Kids: Tips for Family Trips and Child Seats

Planning a family trip to Portugal? Child-friendly sights near Lisbon, pacing tips, and how child seats work for transfers and tours.

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What to Eat in Lisbon and Portugal: 12 Dishes You Should Try

From pastel de nata to bacalhau and grilled sardines: 12 Portuguese dishes and drinks to try in Lisbon and on your day trips.

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Where to Stay in Lisbon: A Guide to the Best Neighbourhoods

Alfama, Baixa, Chiado, Príncipe Real or Belém? Compare Lisbon's neighbourhoods to choose the best place to stay for your trip.

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Portuguese Wine near Lisbon: Setúbal, Azeitão and Palmela

Wine near Lisbon: Moscatel de Setúbal, Azeitão cheese and Palmela's vineyards. What to taste and how to visit without driving.

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Best Time to Visit Portugal: A Month-by-Month Guide

When is the best time to visit Portugal? A month-by-month guide to weather, crowds and events, with tips for Lisbon and day trips.

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Portugal in 7 Days: An Itinerary Starting in Lisbon

A week in Portugal from Lisbon: city days, Sintra and Cascais, the Silver Coast, Évora and Arrábida, with notes on getting around.

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Lisbon Airport (LIS) Arrival Guide: Passport Control, Luggage and Getting to the City

Arriving at Lisbon Airport? What to expect at passport control, baggage claim and the exit, and the simplest ways to reach your hotel.

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Lisbon in Half a Day: What a Private City Tour Covers

Short on time in Lisbon? A half-day private tour can cover Belém, Baixa, Alfama and the best viewpoints without the hills and queues.

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Arrábida, Sesimbra and Palmela: Beaches, Castle and Wine South of Lisbon

A day in the Setúbal district: the Arrábida mountain road and beaches, Sesimbra's seafood, Palmela Castle and the wines of Azeitão.

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Évora Day Trip from Lisbon: Roman Temple, Cathedral and the Chapel of Bones

What to see in Évora on a day trip from Lisbon: the Roman Temple, the cathedral, the Chapel of Bones, Almendres Cromlech and local…

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Óbidos, Nazaré and Batalha in One Day: A Silver Coast Itinerary

A single-day Silver Coast route from Lisbon: the walled village of Óbidos, the Gothic monastery of Batalha and the fishing town of Nazaré.

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Fátima Day Trip from Lisbon: What to See and How to Get There

Visiting Fátima from Lisbon: the Sanctuary, the Chapel of the Apparitions, the basilicas and Aljustrel, and the best way to get there.

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Sintra in One Day: How to See Pena Palace, Regaleira and Cabo da Roca

Plan a day in Sintra: Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, the historic centre and Cabo da Roca, plus tips to avoid queues and hills.

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Cascais and Estoril: A Coastal Day Trip from Lisbon

Cascais and Estoril are easy coastal day trips from Lisbon: the old town, beaches, Boca do Inferno and the seafront promenade.

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A Pilgrim’s Guide to Fátima and Santarém: Planning a Religious Tour from Lisbon

Planning a religious journey from Lisbon? Lisbon Cathedral, the Eucharistic Miracle at Santarém and the Sanctuary of Fátima in one private day.

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Lisbon in Half a Day: What a Private City Tour Covers

Short on time in Lisbon? A half-day private tour can cover Belém, Baixa, Alfama and the best viewpoints without the hills and queues.

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Arrábida, Sesimbra and Palmela: Beaches, Castle and Wine South of Lisbon

A day in the Setúbal district: the Arrábida mountain road and beaches, Sesimbra's seafood, Palmela Castle and the wines of Azeitão.

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Évora Day Trip from Lisbon: Roman Temple, Cathedral and the Chapel of Bones

What to see in Évora on a day trip from Lisbon: the Roman Temple, the cathedral, the Chapel of Bones, Almendres Cromlech and local…

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Óbidos, Nazaré and Batalha in One Day: A Silver Coast Itinerary

A single-day Silver Coast route from Lisbon: the walled village of Óbidos, the Gothic monastery of Batalha and the fishing town of Nazaré.

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Fátima Day Trip from Lisbon: What to See and How to Get There

Visiting Fátima from Lisbon: the Sanctuary, the Chapel of the Apparitions, the basilicas and Aljustrel, and the best way to get there.

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Sintra in One Day: How to See Pena Palace, Regaleira and Cabo da Roca

Plan a day in Sintra: Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, the historic centre and Cabo da Roca, plus tips to avoid queues and hills.

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Best Day Trips from Lisbon: 7 Tours Worth Your Time

The best day trips from Lisbon: Sintra, Cascais, Fátima, Óbidos, Nazaré, Évora and Arrábida. Distances, what to see and who each trip suits.

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Day Trips from Lisbon for Web Summit Visitors

Got a free day before or after Web Summit? These day trips from Lisbon, from Sintra to Nazaré, fit a single day with a…

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