Things to do in Portugal
Douro Valley Wine Tour from Porto88 optionsSintra Day Trip from Lisbon84 optionsTuk Tuk Tour Lisbon58 optionsBest Museums in Lisbon24 optionsBoat Ride Lisbon54 optionsLisbon City Tour15 optionsDay Trips from Lisbon18 optionsQuinta da Regaleira Tickets98 optionsDay Trips from Porto16 optionsSantana Tours36 optionsBoat Tour Porto73 optionsHiking Tour Madeira11 options
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Porto: Private Tuk Tuk Tour, Dom Luis Bridge & City LandmarksYou’ll zip through Porto’s historic center by private Tuk Tuk with a local guide, cross the Dom Luis Bridge for sweeping river views, wander into São Bento Station’s tiled hall, and pause for port wine along the way. Expect laughter, city sounds, and small surprises you’ll remember long after you leave.
Sao Miguel: Full Day Island Tour with Waterfalls & Coastal WalksYou’ll wander geothermal fields with steam rising at your feet, walk lush trails beside hidden streams, taste fresh Azorean fish at lunch, and feel Atlantic spray near ancient lava caves. With a local guide leading every step and stories along the way, expect moments you’ll carry home long after your shoes dry out.
Lisbon: Private Tuk Tuk Old City Tour & Scenic ViewpointsYou’ll wind through Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods by private tuk tuk, passing landmarks like Sé Cathedral and Commerce Square with a local guide who knows every shortcut. Taste the city’s rhythm in Alfama’s alleys, catch your breath at Senhora do Monte viewpoint, and share laughs along the way — it’s less about checking sights off a list than feeling Lisbon under your skin.
Porto Wine Tasting & Portuguese Tapas with Douro WinesYou taste five Douro wines — whites, rosé, reds and port — paired with a plate of local cheese, cured ham and homemade jams in a garden or indoor setting. The tasting takes about two hours and is led by someone who knows the region. You can upgrade to older ports on the day, and optional hotel pickup is available if you book transport separately.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Porto's wine culture without arranging a full day trip to the Douro valley — the tasting brings the region to you, and the fixed format means you know exactly what you're getting and how long it takes.
Guimarães & Braga tour from Porto: Birthplace of Portugal lunchA small-group tour from Porto to Guimarães and Braga with a live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese, visiting Guimarães Castle, the Ducal Palace, Braga Cathedral and Bom Jesus Sanctuary. Hotel pickup in Porto is included, as are entrance fees to the castle and cathedral, a traditional lunch with local wine, and drop-off at Trindade Station or Bolsa Palace. The guide meets you at your hotel and returns you to central Porto after eight hours.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Porto with a free day and want to see the two cities most central to Portuguese history and culture without arranging transport, tickets or a meal yourself—everything is coordinated and you travel in a small group with a guide who knows both places.
Lisbon: Private Eco Tuk Tuk City Tour & Local Guide PickupYou’ll wind through Lisbon’s oldest quarters by private eco tuk tuk with a local guide—taking in Alfama’s music-filled alleys, Chiado’s cafés, panoramic viewpoints in Graça and Bairro Alto’s lively streets. Expect spontaneous moments with locals and stories that stick with you long after the ride ends.
Lisbon: Portuguese Cooking Class & 3-Course DinnerYou’ll join locals in a real Lisbon kitchen for a night of cooking, tasting Portuguese wines, and sharing a 3-course dinner you help make yourself. Expect floury hands, new friends around the table, plenty of laughter—and recipes you’ll want to take home. It’s not just about food; it’s about feeling part of something genuine for an evening.
Sintra & Cascais Private Tour from Lisbon with Hotel PickupYou're picked up from your hotel and driven through Sintra's two main palaces—Pena and Quinta da Regaleira—then down the coast to Cabo da Roca and Cascais, with lunch at a seafood restaurant of your choice. The guide shapes the day around what you want to linger on, and the car handles all the logistics between stops. Hotel drop-off is included at the end.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Sintra's main palaces and the Cascais coast without arranging transport, entry tickets, or timing yourself—the private format means you move at your own pace and the guide handles the route, while hotel pickup removes the logistics of getting to Sintra from Lisbon.
Lisbon: Private Eco Tuk Tuk City Tour & Tram 28 RouteYou’ll ride an eco-friendly tuk tuk through Lisbon’s oldest quarters—Alfama, Graça, Chiado—guided by someone who knows every shortcut and story. Expect city views from hilltop lookouts, quick stops at tiled squares, laughter over local words you can’t quite pronounce, and small comforts like pickup and warm blankets if it gets breezy.
Lisbon: Portuguese Wine & Cheese Tasting Lunch ExperienceYou’ll settle into a cozy Lisbon wine bar for a guided tasting lunch featuring six Portuguese wines from different regions, each matched with local cheeses and charcuterie. With a friendly expert leading you through flavors and stories, you’ll get to ask questions and really taste Portugal — no rush, just good company and surprising pairings that stay with you long after.
Lisbon to Sintra, Nazaré & Fátima: Small Group Day TripYou’ll leave Lisbon behind for a day trip filled with quiet moments at Fátima’s sanctuary, salty air above Nazaré’s cliffs, and colorful walks through Sintra’s Pena Palace gardens. With pickup included and an easygoing local guide leading your small group, you’ll have time for reflection, photos, or just soaking up Portugal’s mix of devotion and wild coastlines.
Portimão to Benagil: Speedboat Cave Tour & Local SkippersYou’ll feel the ocean’s energy as you race from Portimão to Benagil Cave by speedboat, guided by locals who know every cranny of this coastline. Expect salty air, shifting sunlight inside ancient caves, and stories you won’t find online — all with safety gear and easy meeting right by historic ruins.
Faro: Benagil Cliffs Hiking & 4 Cave Treasures with PickupYou hike four coastal landmarks in a single day from Faro, starting early and finishing by evening. The van handles the 60km each way, entry to the main sites is included, and snorkeling gear is on board if the sea cooperates. Bring your own lunch and water, wear hiking shoes, and plan for a full day of walking and climbing — that's what fits all four treasures into one trip.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Faro without a car who want to see the main Algarve cliff formations in one day. The full eight hours — including two hours of driving — is what makes visiting all four treasures possible without rushing between them.
Porto to Fátima & Coimbra: Day Trip with Sanctuary & UniversityYou’ll start your day with pickup in Porto before arriving at Fátima’s peaceful Sanctuary—walk where Lucia and her cousins once did, visit their homes in Aljustrel, then head to Coimbra for an afternoon among students and ancient courtyards. With time for personal reflection and stories from your local guide, this day trip leaves space for both quiet moments and lively discoveries.
Lagos Ponta da Piedade: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise & LunchYou board at Lagos Marina and sail toward Ponta da Piedade's dramatic cliffs, anchoring in a sheltered bay where you can swim or relax on deck. The crew serves a traditional Portuguese lunch with chouriço and cheese tasting, plus wine and beer, all included. The whole thing takes 3.5 hours and gets you back to the marina by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Ponta da Piedade cliffs and a swim without renting a boat or driving the coast yourself — the fixed schedule and included lunch mean you show up, board, and the rest is arranged.
Ponta da Piedade Kayak & Caves: Paddle golden cliffsYou paddle a stable double kayak from a Lagos beach directly into sea caves and grottoes with a certified local guide. Most tours include snorkel masks and a beach swim stop; sunset departures skip the swim and focus on the golden-hour coastline instead. Life jacket, dry bag, and support boat are all included, and you're back on shore within two hours.Is it for me?Right for swimmers and families with kids aged four and up who want to see Ponta da Piedade's caves from the water without needing kayaking skills. Plan for a two-hour paddle with a beach swim included on most departures — that's what makes the caves and the snorkel stop both possible in one morning or evening.
Madeira Valley of the Nuns Tour: Viewpoint & Câmara de LobosThis guided tour of Madeira climbs to the Eira do Serrado viewpoint overlooking the Nuns Valley, descends into the isolated mountain village of Curral das Freiras to walk among chestnut groves and traditional Madeiran houses, then stops at Câmara de Lobos fishing village to taste the local drink Poncha. The tour runs about three and a half hours with hotel pickup and a professional guide who speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and one additional language; morning and afternoon departures are available.Is it for me?Choose the morning departure if you want the viewpoint and the village in clear light and time to explore Câmara de Lobos without rushing; the afternoon option suits a later start or a schedule that leaves the morning free. The three-and-a-half-hour loop works because the guide handles the route and the timing, so you move between the viewpoint, the valley and the harbor without building the day yourself.
Faro: Algarve Buggy Tour with River Crossings & VillageYou drive your own buggy through Algarve hill trails and river crossings, ending at an untouched inland village. Gear, water, insurance and a second driver are included. A valid driver's license is required, and the tour runs regardless of weather.Is it for me?Right for drivers comfortable with off-road terrain and wanting to steer their own path through the Algarve backcountry. The tour runs in all weather, so plan to dress for whatever conditions arrive — that's what keeps it running year-round.
Algarve West Coast: Off-Road Sunset Tour & Secret CliffsYou’ll ride off-road through Costa Vicentina with a local guide, visit Sagres and Cape St Vincent, then end your day above secret Algarve cliffs with wine and pastel de nata as the sun sets. Pickup is included—expect real stories, wild views, and space to breathe.
Benagil Caves boat tour from Albufeira: Enter the Cathedral CaveA boat tour from Albufeira Marina to Benagil Caves and the Algarve coastline, running 2 to 2.75 hours on a catamaran with room for up to 95 guests. The tour passes five named beaches—São Rafael, Coelha, Castelo, Galé and Salgados—and enters Benagil Cathedral Cave when weather and safety allow, with a swimming stop before the return to port. Live guides speak English, Spanish and French.Is it for me?Glide past dramatic cliffs and golden caves from the water, then swim in the open sea before entering Benagil Cathedral Cave from your boat—all departing on schedule from Albufeira Marina.
