Just 50 kilometers from Lisbon, Ericeira is a world away from a hustle and bustle of city life. Dubbed as Onde O Mar É Mais Azul (the place where the sea is the most blue), this sapphire gem on the Silver Coast offers the perfect Portuguese day trip for travelers based in Lisbon. While Ericeira was […]
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11 Delicious Restaurants in Sintra that Foodies Will Love
Exploring the hills and palaces of Sintra always works up an appetite. Luckily, Sintra is a fairytale town full of fantastic restaurants for all tastes. A Sintra day trip is one of the best excursions to enjoy near the Portuguese capital. To fully experience it, we suggest leaving Lisbon early in the morning and returning […]
How to Plan the Perfect Estoril Day Trip from Lisbon
One of Portugal’s most luxurious locales is right down the coast from Lisbon. Discover its charm on an Estoril day trip! Just a few miles west of Lisbon, you’ll find a stretch of coastline unlike any other. It’s known as the Portuguese Riviera, thanks to its storied past and famous residents—not to mention high property […]
Everything You Need to Know for a Perfect Day Trip to Setúbal
A day trip to Setúbal will give you a taste of the southern Portugal vibe just an hour outside of Lisbon. Some people may know Setúbal as the birthplace of 18th-century poet Bocage and world-famous soccer coach José Mourinho (the self-proclaimed “special one” who coached major league teams like Porto Futebol Clube, Real Madrid, and […]
How to Plan the Perfect Sintra Day Trip From Lisbon
If you’re visiting Lisbon, don’t miss the magical town hidden right in its backyard. It’s full of majestic gardens, panoramic views and castles straight out of a fairytale. Lisbon is Portugal’s capital and hub of tourist activity, and there’s no doubt that the city itself has plenty to offer. But if you’re here for more […]
Day Trip to Cabo da Roca: 6 Things You Shouldn’t Miss
Planning a day trip to Cabo da Roca? Set on the edge of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, this prominent cape offers spectacular sea views and more. Portugal has a long coastline full of beautiful beaches, and in between them you can find lots of scenic headlands jutting out into the Atlantic. Cabo da Roca is […]
Our Top 5 Day Trips from Lisbon: The Places You Need to See
There’s no doubt that Portugal’s biggest city is chock full of cultural treasures. But let’s face it: the labyrinthine streets of the sunshine capital are teeming with more tourists than ever before. There’s never been a better time to get some welcome respite from city life. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to […]
Lisbon Beaches: Do’s, Don’ts and Where To Go
When the first signs of summer appear, going to the beach immediately becomes part of everyone’s plans in Lisbon. The best Lisbon beaches aren’t in the city but are a short trip away. Jump on a car, a train, or a ferry, and you’ll be soaking up the sun faster than you realize it. Follow […]
Top 5 Lisbon Wineries: Where to Sample Spectacular Portuguese Wine
If you want to try some of the best Portuguese wine (and, wine from around the world), look no further than Lisbon wineries. It’s no secret that Portugal contains some of the top wine-producing regions in the world. Porto and the Duoro Valley may be particularly well known, but the country’s enological splendors aren’t limited […]