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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Furnas Jeep Tour: Hot Springs, Tea Plantation & Cozido LunchYou’ll ride through winding roads to Furnas with a local guide, sample fresh-picked tea on a plantation visit, watch your cozido lunch lifted steaming from volcanic earth, then soak in warm thermal pools before heading back to Ponta Delgada—all with drinks included and plenty of small surprises along the way.
Lisbon: Segway Tour Old Town, Alfama & ViewpointsYou’ll roll through Lisbon’s heart on this Segway tour: grand squares like Praça do Comércio, Alfama’s winding alleys, hilltop views at Senhora do Monte, and even taste convent sweets in Chiado. With a local guide keeping things relaxed (and funny), you’ll feel both part of the city and totally free.
Whale and dolphin watching on Terceira: Guaranteed sightingWhale and dolphin watching on Terceira is a 3-hour boat activity with a sighting guarantee: if you don't see at least one cetacean species, you get a free second attempt or a full refund. A land-based spotter uses binoculars and radio to direct your vessel to whales and dolphins, maintaining a sighting rate over 90%. Life jacket and English, Spanish or Portuguese-speaking guide included.Is it for me?Book this for a morning or afternoon when you want a real chance at seeing whales and dolphins without spending the day searching empty water—the land-based spotter and the guarantee mean you're either watching cetaceans or getting your money back.
Lisbon: Sunset Boat Party with DJ, Pizza & Open Bar CruiseYou’ll watch Lisbon glow from the Tagus River as live DJ beats mix with laughter and clinking glasses. Glide under Ponte 25 de Abril, pass Alfama’s rooftops, snack on endless pizza, and sip sangria while locals share stories — all wrapped in sunset light that lingers long after you dock.
Porches Algarve Vineyard Tour: Wine Tasting & TapasA wine tasting and vineyard tour at Quinta dos Capinhas in the Algarve, where you taste four wines produced on the estate—rosé, white, red and a variable selection—paired with local tapas and guided by a wine expert. The experience includes a short walking tour through the vineyard's most scenic areas, with chances to photograph the landscape between tastings. Duration is 90 minutes; the guide speaks English and Portuguese, and the minimum age is 18.Is it for me?The walking tour is short and the pace is unhurried—this suits anyone who wants to learn about wine and the place it comes from without a full day of hiking or standing. The 90-minute length fits a morning or afternoon slot without eating the whole day.
Arrábida Safari: Jeep Tour to Europe's Most Beautiful BeachA jeep safari through Arrábida Natural Park in a classic 4x4 cabrio, crossing dense woodland, passing centenarian oak and cork trees, and reaching Galapinhos beach. The route includes a stop at the highest limestone coastal cliff in Europe (Serra do Risco), a short hike to the cave of Santa Margarida, and views of the fishing village of Sesimbra. Hotel pickup and a local guide in your chosen language are included; the full outing runs seven hours.Is it for me?If your guide speaks your language, you'll follow the commentary about the centenarian trees, the geology of Serra do Risco, and the history of Sesimbra without strain—choose your language at checkout and the guide will be matched to it.
Luxury Yacht Tour on Douro River Porto: Sunset or DaytimeA luxury yacht tour on the Douro River departing from Vila Nova de Gaia, sailing past Porto's main attractions and the historic Ponte D. Luís to the Douro Estuary, where you watch the sunset or explore by daylight. The tour runs two hours with a certified crew, welcome drink and all safety equipment included. You choose between a shared daytime tour, a shared sunset tour, or a private departure where timing is flexible and your group sails alone.Is it for me?Book the private tour if you want to set your own departure time and sail with only your group; choose the shared sunset tour if you want the moment the light changes reflected in the water and don't mind sailing with others; pick the shared daytime tour if you prefer flexibility to linger at landmarks and photograph at your own pace.
E-Bike Tour Sintra to Cascais from Lisbon: 40km rideYou’ll cycle from Sintra’s fairytale palaces through lush forests to windswept Guincho beach on this day trip from Lisbon—with e-bikes making those hills friendlier! Taste real Sintra cheesecake, share laughs with your guide over lunch in Azóia village, and end along Cascais’ coast before heading back by train.Is it for me?Pedal from Sintra's misty palaces through UNESCO forests to the Atlantic coast in one day—e-bikes make the hills effortless so you experience both the mountains and the sea without a car.
Lisbon Airport & Cruise Transfer: Private Hotel PickupYou're picked up at your hotel on a confirmed time, driven directly to Lisbon Airport or the cruise port with luggage assistance, and dropped off with time to spare. No negotiating with taxi drivers, no surge pricing, no uncertainty about whether your ride will arrive. The price is fixed before you book, and the service runs round the clock.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at the airport or port without the stress of arranging transport—the fixed price and confirmed pickup time mean you know exactly what you're paying and when you're leaving.
Madeira: Canyoning Ribeira das Cales & Funchal PickupYou’ll start your day picked up in Funchal and head straight into Madeira’s lush Laurissilva Forest for beginner-friendly canyoning with local guides. Expect swimming through clear pools, rappelling waterfalls (the tallest is 18 meters), sharing laughs over snacks mid-canyon — then returning home tired and proud. It’s an adventure that sticks with you.
Madeira: Skywalk, 4x4 Vineyards & Wine Tasting Day TripYou’ll stand above the Atlantic on Cabo Girão’s glass skywalk, ride off-road through green valleys, taste fresh honey at a local museum and sip Madeira wines among working vineyards. With pickup in Funchal and a local guide sharing stories along the way, this day trip leaves you with new flavors — and maybe new friends too.
Faro: Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach Day Trip with PickupYou start at Faro Marina and travel by minibus to Algar Seco, then to a viewpoint overlooking Benagil Cave, then to Marinha Beach for a swim in clear water. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a local guide; you're back in Faro by late afternoon. Bring a swimsuit and sunscreen — the viewpoint and beach time are the heart of the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Algarve's most famous coastal spots without arranging your own transport or timing the stops — the minibus and guide handle the logistics, which is what lets you actually enjoy the viewpoint and the beach instead of worrying about where to park.
Porto Food Tour: Bifana, Alheira & Port Wine TastingsYou’ll taste your way through Porto alongside locals: spicy bifanas with cold beer in bustling taverns, smoky alheira sausage paired with crisp Vinho Verde in hidden corners, and finish with salted cod dinner and pastel de nata for dessert. Expect stories between bites and small surprises along cobbled lanes — it’s less about checking boxes than feeling at home in someone else’s city.
Lisbon Belém Walking Tour: Jerónimos Monastery with EntryYou’ll walk Lisbon’s Belém district with a local guide who brings centuries-old stories to life — from wandering Jerónimos Monastery’s quiet cloisters to tasting that famous pastel de nata still warm from the oven. Stand by riverside monuments and end at Belém Tower as gulls wheel overhead. It’s more than just sights; it’s moments you’ll remember.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want the main Belém sights in one morning or evening without arranging entry tickets yourself — the guide handles the monastery access and timing, and the pastéis de nata stop is built in.
Ponta da Piedade boat tour: Caves and grottos from insideA boat tour of the caves and grottos around Ponta da Piedade in Lagos uses a traditional Portuguese vessel designed to reach the smallest rock formations. You board at Lagos, sail the coastline for about an hour and a quarter, and see Dona Ana Beach, Camila Beach, Nudist Beach and the sandstone cliffs from inside the water. The route changes with tides and sea conditions, so no two trips are the same. Children from age 1 are welcome, and a live guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French.Is it for me?You get to see the caves and grottos from inside the water instead of from the shore, which is only possible in a boat this size—the traditional Portuguese design is what lets the skipper navigate the smallest rock formations and reach places larger vessels cannot go.
Vilamoura & Albufeira: Coastal Sailing Yacht Tour with SwimYou’ll sail along Vilamoura and Albufeira’s coastline on a luxury yacht with just 12 guests, passing Falésia Beach’s dramatic cliffs and tiny coves only visible from the water. Enjoy a welcome drink as your local crew shares stories, stop for an ocean swim if you’re brave enough, and soak up sun and salt air along the Algarve’s changing shoreline.
Porto Douro River Party Boat: DJ, drinks, six bridgesA two-hour party boat cruise on Porto's Douro River with a live DJ, included drinks, and views of the Six Bridges and Gaia wine cellars. The boat departs from Vila Nova de Gaia Pier; you choose a spirit, two beers, or soft drinks; and the atmosphere is built for groups celebrating together or meeting other travelers. Children from age 10 are welcome, and the guide speaks English and Portuguese.Is it for me?Dance and mingle with a DJ-fueled crowd while the Douro River passes by—this is the party version, not the sightseeing one. Pick your themed sailing (Carnival, Halloween, Pride, New Year's) based on the crowd and energy you want to join.
Funchal: 3D Fun Art Museum & Optical IllusionsYou'll spend an hour or two moving through 40 interactive 3D art installations, posing for photos that look digitally altered but aren't, and discovering how optical illusions actually work. Entry, taxes and access to every room are included. It's the kind of place that works just as well for a solo traveler wanting something different as it does for families or groups looking for an activity that doesn't require planning or physical effort.Is it for me?Book this if you want an indoor activity in Funchal that doesn't require physical fitness, works for mixed-age groups, and gives you something genuinely different to do—the interactive nature of the rooms is what makes it engaging for both adults and children, and the included fees mean you're not paying extra once you're inside.
Lisbon: Slave Trade Walking Tour & African History StoriesYou’ll walk through Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods with a local guide who doesn’t shy away from hard truths — from Alfama’s winding alleys to Commerce Square’s wide expanse and the quiet weight of Largo do Carmo. Expect honest stories about the Atlantic Slave Trade, Portugal’s colonial past, and moments that linger long after you’ve left.
Porto to Coimbra & Aveiro: Moliceiro Cruise, Old Towns, Local SweetsYou’ll start in Porto and wind through Aveiro’s canals by moliceiro boat, taste ovos moles (the local treat), explore Art Nouveau streets and markets, then head to Coimbra for its student buzz and historic university. With a local guide sharing stories along the way—and time for lunch on your own—you’ll get both calm waters and lively city corners in one day.
