Located south of the island ofMadeira, Funchal is the capital of the most beautiful island in Europe and one of theBest Places to Visit in Portugal. We particularly liked its covered market filled with fruits, vegetables, flowers, fishermen's stalls and its small shopping streets. To be hones...
Open every day of the week from 10h to 18h, the castle of Leiria, one of theBest Castles in Portugal, is perched on the heights of this charming city, is worth a visit. You will feel like a chatelain while strolling through this castle. There is only one way to get to it: walk ...
Beautiful towns and villages are located in the northeast from the Rota dos Castelos (Castle Route) including Portalegre, Marvão, Nisa, Castelo de Vide and Alter do Chão. The climate warms up further south and the terrain becomes flattered in places like Évora (Portugal's most ...
Guimarães, considered the birthplace of Portugal, is a historic city marked by ancient streets, medieval buildings, and a significant cultural heritage. Dominated by the imposing Guimarães Castle and the stately Ducal Palace, the city’s well-preserved old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site....
The nearby Moorish Castle is another fantastic place to visit as are the picturesque mountains that surround the area. 2. Porto As it is the home of port, it is somewhat a given that you should try this sweet yet potent alcohol when visiting the city in northern Portugal. Porto is a ...
As much as Portugal is loved for its incredible beaches, the country is also filled with stunning cities to visit, and they each offer a very different experience. The question is: What are the best cities in Portugal? Let’s find out! In this travel guide about the best cities in Portu...
The super-calm waters of Flamenco Beach make it an ideal spot for swimming, snorkeling, and sandcastle-building. 10. La Côte des Basques (Biarritz, France) Gregory Guivarch/Shutterstock Best known as the birthplace of French surfing, La Côte des Basques remains a premier destination for ...
Portugal shares a fifth of the Iberian peninsula with Spain and is known for sandy beaches, varied landscapes, and no less varied luxury properties. From finca-style homes and historic palacios to contemporary villas, there are options galore. But where are the best places to live in Portugal?
Laze on a sun lounger and cool off with soothing sea swims. After, make your way to the cliff top gardens of Colline du Château via the elevator built into the cliff. Once the location of Nice Castle, the gardens are home to cypresses, palms, and pines, offering views of Nice’s ...
Attractive beaches that hug the warm Atlantic ocean, whitewashed old villages, traditional fishing ports, tranquiil town squares lined with pretty cafes and numerous golf courses with sweeping coastal views; it is no surprise that the Algarve on the southernmost point of Portugal is the country’s...