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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Sintra: Pena Palace & Regaleira Small Group Tour by TrainYou’ll climb Sintra’s hills for surreal views from Pena Palace gardens, taste warm travesseiros in winding old streets, then lose yourself among mossy towers and secret tunnels at Quinta da Regaleira—all with stories from a local guide who keeps things real. It’s part fairytale, part history lesson—never too polished or rushed.
Lisbon: Tagus River Sailboat Cruise with Drinks & ViewsYou’ll sail Lisbon’s Tagus River with a local guide, passing landmarks like Belém Tower and Cristo Rei while sipping wine or beer onboard. Watch city colors shift over Alfama and Baixa from a new angle, spot historic bridges overhead, and share laughs with fellow travelers as Lisbon glows in late afternoon sun.
Madeira: Private 4x4 Jeep Tour with Custom Route & PickupYou’ll ride off-road through Madeira’s wildest corners in a private 4x4 jeep with pickup included. Taste poncha at a roadside stop, wander through misty forests, dip into volcanic pools, and let your local guide shape the day around you. Expect laughter, surprises, and stories you’ll remember long after you leave.
Madeira: Sidecar Motorcycle Tour to Cabo Girão & Câmara de LobosYou’ll feel every curve of Madeira’s west coast as you ride in a classic sidecar past cliffs, fishing villages, and ocean views. Sip coffee by Câmara de Lobos’ harbor, brave Cabo Girão’s skywalk with your local guide nearby, and watch sunlight shift across terraced hillsides. This isn’t just sightseeing—it’s feeling part of island life for an afternoon.
Funchal private tour: Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, MonteThis is a six-hour private tour of Funchal and Madeira's landmarks, led by a local guide and driver who builds the itinerary around what you want to see. You choose from Funchal's old town and markets, the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, the clifftop glass skywalk at Cabo Girão, Monte's hilltop gardens, the Botanical Garden, or the east coast cliffs of Garajau—the guide helps you fit the stops that matter most into a single day. Tours run in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and German; pickup from Funchal harbor is included on some options, and the tour lasts either three, four or six hours depending on which option you book.Is it for me?Book the six-hour option if you want to see three or four stops without rushing—Funchal's old town, Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão and Monte all fit comfortably. The three-hour tour works if you're docked in port for a short window and want one major stop like Cabo Girão or the fishing village. The guide adjusts the pace and the route to what you actually want to see, so you're not following a fixed schedule or sitting with a group.
Lisbon Alfama Walking Tour: Oldest Neighborhood & Castle ViewsYou walk through Lisbon's oldest surviving neighborhood with a local guide who knows the stories behind the buildings, stop at the viewpoint that overlooks the whole district, pass through a 700-year-old church, and see São Jorge Castle from the angles that matter. Hotel pickup and expert commentary are included; the 2.5 hours moves at a pace that lets you actually look around instead of just keeping up.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see the real old Lisbon without figuring out the steep alleys yourself — the guide handles the route and the history, and hotel pickup means you don't start the day lost.
Madeira East: 4x4 Jeep Tour Pico do Arieiro, Santana & Ponta de São LourençoYou’ll ride off-road through east Madeira’s wildest corners in a 4x4 Jeep with a local guide, from cloud-topped Pico do Arieiro to Santana’s A-frame houses and rum tastings in Porto da Cruz. Expect honest food, unexpected views, laughter—and moments where it all just sinks in.
Braga Canyoning Tour: Abseiling, Slides & Water JumpsYou'll follow a crystal-clear river through terrain normally closed off, learning abseiling, sliding on natural slopes, and optional water jumps with a professional guide and photographer capturing the day. The tour suits all fitness levels and runs in small groups, so the pace adjusts to who's there. Bring a swimsuit and towel; everything else is included and provided on-site.Is it for me?Book this if you want to try canyoning without the cost and logistics of arranging your own guide, equipment, and safe access to the river — the professional setup is what makes a first-timer's day possible without months of training first.
Sintra & Cascais E-Bike Tour from Lisbon: Palaces & Coastal CliffsYou ride an e-bike through Sintra's fairy-tale villages and royal palaces, taste local pastries at Quinta da Regaleira, climb to clifftop views at Santuário da Peninha, swim at Praia da Adraga if the weather allows, and finish at Boca do Inferno before cycling into Cascais. Train tickets, helmet and bike are included; the full day is eight hours and requires moderate fitness.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Lisbon who want to see mountains, palaces and beaches in one day without arranging their own transport or navigation — the e-bike motor and fixed route handle the logistics. Plan for a full eight hours of riding with climbing involved; that's what makes covering both coasts possible.
Lisbon: Private Bar Crawl Bairro Alto & Nightclub EntryYou’ll jump into Lisbon’s nightlife with a private bar crawl through Bairro Alto — think welcome shots at every bar, friendly local guides who know all the best spots, and nightclub entry included so you can dance until sunrise if you want. Expect laughter, new friends, and those little moments you’ll remember long after.
Funchal Food & Wine Tour: Madeira Bites, Poncha & Market WalkYou’ll wander Funchal’s lively streets with a local guide, tasting Madeira wine (both Sercial and Malmsey), sampling marinated pork sandwiches with beer, sipping poncha, and trying fresh market fruits. Expect laughter over new flavors, stories behind every bite, and small surprises—like artisan chocolates or that perfect view down an alleyway you wouldn’t find alone.
Porto: Luxury Yacht Cruise, 7 Bridges & Wine TastingYou board a luxury yacht at Marina do Freixo and cruise downstream on the Douro River, passing under six historic bridges while sipping local wine and eating regional snacks. The route takes you past the UNESCO-listed Ribeira, the Port wine cellars, and São Pedro da Afurada before reaching the river mouth where it meets the Atlantic. A certified crew handles navigation and service, WiFi is available onboard, and the fixed schedule means you don't arrange transport or timing yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Porto's most famous bridges and the Ribeira from the water without arranging a separate boat rental or guide—the fixed schedule and certified crew mean you show up and the afternoon unfolds on its own.
Sintra, Cabo da Roca & Cascais: Private Day Trip from LisbonYou get picked up from your Lisbon hotel at 8am and spend the day visiting Pena Palace, the Castle of the Moors, Sintra's old town, Monserrate Palace, Cabo da Roca's westernmost cliffs, and the coastal towns of Cascais and Boca do Inferno. Transport, tolls, parking and an English-speaking private guide are included; palace entries are separate. You're back by evening, having covered the main Sintra and coast highlights without arranging logistics yourself.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see Sintra's palaces and the Portuguese coast in one day without renting a car or coordinating multiple tickets and transport — the private guide and fixed pickup time mean you move at your own pace and don't navigate between locations yourself.
Lisbon: Belém E-Bike Tour by the River with Custard TartYou’ll glide from downtown Lisbon along the Tagus River by e-bike, stopping for coffee and a fresh pastel de nata in Belém. With a local guide leading small groups, you’ll hear stories behind Jerónimos Monastery and pause at iconic spots like Belém Tower. It’s relaxed but full of those little moments that stick with you long after—the kind only Lisbon can give.
Furnas Volcano Day Trip: Hot Springs, Cozido Lunch & TeaYou’ll walk through misty volcanic valleys near Furnas crater lake, taste cozido stew cooked underground, sip odd-tasting mineral waters, and wander Europe’s only tea plantation—all with pickup from Ponta Delgada and a local guide who knows every winding road.
FC Porto Museum & Stadium Tour: Skip the LineSkip-the-line admission to FC Porto Museum at Dragão Stadium in Porto, with optional access to the stadium itself; audio guides available in English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, German and Italian. The museum runs daily 10am–7pm with stadium tours departing hourly from 11am–5pm (you book your tour time at the museum reception upon arrival). Stadium tours close on match days and major event dates; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 5 enter free with an adult ticket collected at reception.Is it for me?Choose the museum-only option if you want to explore at your own pace without committing to a stadium tour time; add the stadium tour if you want to walk the pitch, the press box and the locker rooms alongside the club's trophy history. The hourly departure slots mean you can spend time in the museum first, then join a tour that fits your afternoon—or skip the stadium entirely if match-day closures or event schedules make it unavailable.
Sintra: Pena Palace & Moorish Castle Private Tour with TicketsYou’ll follow winding mountain roads from Lisbon to Sintra for a private day trip with castle climbs, palace interiors (with your ticket included), and time to taste Sintra’s famous pastries in town. A local guide shares stories you won’t find in any book—and there’s always a moment to pause for those sweeping views or just breathe in the pine-scented air.
Lagos & Sagres: Coasteering, Cliff Jumping & Sea Caves TourYou’ll suit up near Lagos for a day of coasteering along wild cliffs—jumping into clear Atlantic water, swimming through sea caves lit by emerald light, scrambling over rocks with a local guide who knows every tide pool. Expect laughter, nerves, salt on your lips—and moments you’ll replay long after you’re dry.
Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Boat Tour 1h15m with GrottosYou board a modern boat in Lagos and spend seventy-five minutes cruising past Dona Ana, Camilo, and the famous grottos of Ponta da Piedade, with a guide explaining how wind and sea carved the rock formations. Padded seats and small groups come standard. No need to arrange your own transport or worry about timing — the boat runs daily and returns you to the harbor by early afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Lagos who want to see Ponta da Piedade's famous grottos and beaches without arranging their own boat or timing the tides themselves. The tour is short enough to fit into a morning or afternoon, and the padded seats and small groups mean you're comfortable the whole way.
Porto private yacht cruise: 6 bridges and wine tastingA private yacht cruise on the Douro River in Porto takes you from Marina do Freixo past six bridges—Dom Luís I, Arrábida, and four others—to the river mouth at the Atlantic, with a certified captain and sailor, a welcome drink, and a tasting board of regional products and Port wine included. The boat holds your group alone, and the two-hour route passes the UNESCO-listed Ribeira, the wine cellars of Gaia, and the fishermen's village of São Pedro da Afurada.Is it for me?The two-hour pace is steady and unhurried—you're sitting or standing on a boat, not walking or climbing—so it suits anyone who wants to see Porto's bridges and waterfront without physical exertion. The private crew means no schedule to coordinate with other groups and no waiting for a shared departure time.
