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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Aveiro & Costa Nova: Moliceiro Boat Ride & Striped HousesYou get picked up from your Porto hotel and driven to Costa Nova to walk past the striped fishermen's huts, then take a 45-minute traditional Moliceiro boat through Aveiro's canals while your guide explains the city's Roman history and lagoon geography. You taste two local pastries before returning to Porto. The whole thing takes four hours and requires no planning beyond confirming your hotel address.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Aveiro and Costa Nova without arranging your own transport or figuring out the timing between stops — the pickup, the boat booking, and the route are all handled, which is what makes a half-day tour from Porto actually work.
Convent of Christ Tour Tomar: Templar history with local guideA guided tour of the Convent of Christ in Tomar led by a local guide in English or Portuguese, covering two hours inside the convent and its castle grounds. The tour traces Templar history and Portuguese architectural styles from the Charola's painted panels to the Capitulo window and the main cloister. Entrance to the convent is included in some purchase options; check which one you select at checkout.Is it for me?A local guide connects Tomar's Templar legacy to the architectural styles layered throughout the Convent of Christ, revealing how this single building shaped the city's entire history.
Sintra: Quinta da Regaleira Private Tour & Hotel PickupYou're picked up from your Lisbon hotel and driven to Sintra, where a private guide takes you through Quinta da Regaleira's palace, gardens, and underground Initiatic Well with its spiral staircase and hidden tunnels. You'll walk through the estate at a steady pace, taste local pastries in Sintra village, and return to your hotel with entry fees and transport already handled.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see Quinta da Regaleira's underground tunnels and gardens without arranging your own transport from Lisbon or buying tickets separately — the private guide and fixed schedule mean you move at a steady pace and don't waste time figuring out logistics.
Lisbon Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet & GreetYou book a route and date, then a bilingual driver monitors your flight and meets you at Lisbon Airport with a greeting and a premium car. The service covers door-to-door transport to destinations across Portugal with fixed pricing, no hidden costs, and 60 minutes of free airport waiting time included.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Lisbon with luggage or family and want the car to yourself without arranging a driver or negotiating a fare at the curb — the fixed price and flight tracking mean you step out of the airport and into a car that's already waiting for you.
Évora Winery Tour from Lisbon: Small Group, 4 Wine TastingsThis small-group day trip from Lisbon combines a guided tour of Évora—a UNESCO World Heritage city—with a winery visit in the Alentejo countryside and tastings of four regional wines. The group stays under eight people in a minivan, and you choose whether to add entry tickets to the Chapel of Bones and Montemor-o-Novo Castle or skip them. A live guide leads the tour in English, Spanish, Portuguese, or French, and the day runs ten hours door-to-door.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to combine Évora's history with Alentejo wine in a single day without renting a car or navigating between separate bookings. The minivan and guide handle the route and timing, so you move through both the city and the countryside without building the itinerary yourself. The small group—never more than eight—means the pace stays manageable and the guide can answer questions as you go.
Porto: Wine Experience Museum & 3 Wine TastingsYou move through Portugal's wine regions at your own pace, guided by audio in your language, then sit down with a sommelier for three guided tastings that teach you how to actually taste wine. Kids taste grape juice in parallel, families stay together, and if you want more, three additional tastings with personalized guidance cost just €5 extra. Everything is wheelchair accessible, and you can spend as long as you want inside.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Portuguese wine without a formal class — the self-guided format and sommelier-led tasting give you real knowledge and confidence, while the flexible timing means you're not locked into a group schedule.
Madeira Whale & Dolphin Watching with Marine BiologistYou’ll head out from Machico with a marine biologist and local crew searching for whales and dolphins along Madeira’s wild coast. If conditions allow, you might even swim with dolphins—otherwise just watching them leap is its own thrill. Raincoats and life vests are included so you can focus on the sea (and maybe your Portuguese pronunciation).
Lisbon: Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré & Óbidos with Ginjinha ToastYou visit four of Portugal's most significant sites in a single day: the Fátima Sanctuary with 45 minutes of free time, the Gothic Batalha Monastery, the coastal fishing village of Nazaré, and the walled medieval town of Óbidos. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with a local guide, air-conditioned minivan transport, and bottled water. Lunch is on your own at either Batalha or Nazaré.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Lisbon who want to see Portugal's spiritual and medieval landmarks in one day without arranging transport or a guide. The full day out — roughly 10 hours — is what makes visiting four separate sites possible in a single departure.
Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo: Madeira's Highest Peak HikeYou hike between Madeira's two highest mountains on a technical ridge trail with carved stairways and mountain tunnels. Transport from Funchal is included, so you start rested and finish without arranging your own way down. The route takes 6–7 hours total and demands high fitness; on clear days you walk above the clouds, and on cloudy ones you're inside them.Is it for me?Book this if you're a strong hiker looking for Madeira's most technical ridge walk and don't want to arrange your own transport to the high peaks — the vehicle pickup means you arrive fresh and the fixed route keeps the navigation simple on exposed terrain.
Lisbon: Tomar Castle, Nazaré & Óbidos Private Day TourYou get picked up in Lisbon and driven to three distinct stops: the 900-year-old Templar Castle in Tomar where Knights Templars shaped Portuguese history, the coastal cliffs of Nazaré where the world's biggest waves break, and the walled medieval town of Óbidos with a cherry liqueur tasting included. The air-conditioned vehicle and fixed itinerary mean you see all three in one day without arranging transport or timing yourself.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see three distinct sides of Portugal—castle, coast, and medieval town—without arranging transport or timing between stops yourself. The full day out is what makes fitting all three places possible, and the private vehicle means you move at a relaxed pace.
Portimao: Snorkel Secret Caves & Hidden Beaches Half-DayYou spend four hours in the water and on hidden beaches, snorkeling in calm bays with underwater gardens and schools of fish, exploring sea caves with natural skylights, and floating on platforms designed for comfort. Your guide is a marine biologist, your group stays under eight people, and you get wetsuits, a beach picnic with local fruit and cheese, and photos from the tour—all included in one departure.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel without the crowds and don't want to arrange your own gear or figure out which beaches are actually worth visiting—the marine biologist guides and small group size handle both, leaving you to focus on the water and the caves.
Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Boat TourYou board at Albufeira Marina and cruise to Benagil Caves with a marine biologist explaining the geology and wildlife. The boat accesses hidden rock formations, stops for a swim at Marinha Beach (depending on sea conditions), and includes restaurant discounts at two local spots. The whole trip runs about four hours, and you're back in town by early afternoon.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Benagil Caves from the water with a marine biologist explaining what you're looking at, and you have a half-day to spare. The swim stop depends on sea conditions, which is why the crew decides on the day — it's the trade-off for boats that can reach the hidden spots.
Fado Concert in Porto with Welcome Drink: Authentic UNESCO heritage experienceA traditional Fado concert at Clube Real do Fado in Porto, where you sit in a dedicated concert hall and listen to live singers and guitarists perform this centuries-old Portuguese art form, with a welcome drink included and a brief history of Fado presented in your choice of language. The show runs about an hour and plays Monday through Saturday; the venue is accessible by public transport and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?If you have a free evening in Porto and want to experience authentic Portuguese culture rather than read about it, this concert hall delivers the real tradition without the need to hunt for a venue or guess what you're walking into. The welcome drink and language options mean you can settle in and focus on the music itself.
Faial Island: Caldeira, Capelinhos & Viewpoints Half Day TourYou’ll wind through Faial Island’s wild volcanic scenery with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Stand at the edge of Caldeira’s vast crater, walk on Capelinhos’ lunar-like ash fields, catch glimpses of Pico Mountain across the channel, and pause at natural lava pools where land meets sea. Expect quiet moments—and maybe a laugh or two—on this half-day tour.
Portimão: Wine Tasting at Two Algarve Estates & Winery TourYou visit two family vineyards north of Portimão with a wine expert, taste six wines total (three at each estate), and learn the winemaking process from vine to cellar. Small groups keep the pace relaxed, and you can book shared or private depending on your group size. The whole experience is built around understanding wine, not just drinking it.Is it for me?Right for wine lovers or curious drinkers who want to understand what they're tasting, not just sample it. The small group size and two estates mean you're learning the full picture in one afternoon, which is what makes the tasting stick with you afterward.
Sete Cidades: Off-Road Quad Tour with Crater ViewsYou’ll feel the rush of riding a quad through Sete Cidades’ volcanic landscape, guided by locals who know every bend. Expect muddy tracks, sweeping views from crater rims, stops for stories (and snacks), plus real moments with people along the way. It’s not just about scenery — it’s how alive you’ll feel out there.
Algarve: Wine Tour, Two Vineyards & Mount Fóia Sunset MealYou’ll taste classic Algarve wines at two unique vineyards with a local guide before climbing up Mount Fóia for a meal overlooking southern Portugal’s coastline. Expect hands-on stories from winemakers, relaxed tastings (no snobbery), and a sunset dinner or lunch with views you won’t forget soon.
Porto: Pub Crawl with Unlimited Beer, Shots & Club EntryYou’ll jump into Porto’s nightlife with unlimited beer for an hour, shots at every bar, and wild drinking games led by local guides who actually make you laugh. Skip lines into a top club and meet travelers from everywhere — by midnight you’ll feel like you’ve known them forever.
Lisbon: Óbidos, Nazaré & Fátima Small Group Day TripYou travel north from Lisbon in an air-conditioned van with a guide who drives and explains. You spend the morning in the walled medieval town of Óbidos, tasting ginjinha and walking the castle walls. The afternoon takes you to Nazaré's monster waves at Praia do Norte, where you watch surfers and eat seafood. You finish at Fátima's basilica complex, one of the world's largest pilgrimage sites. WiFi is on board, and the van returns you to Lisbon by evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Lisbon who want to see three distinct regions—medieval, coastal, and spiritual—without arranging transport or navigating between them. The full day out (roughly sunrise to evening) is what makes fitting all three sites possible in one trip.
Porto: Food Walking Tour with Bolhão Market & São Bento TilesYou’ll walk Porto’s lively streets with a local guide, tasting fresh pastries and cheeses at Bolhão Market before sharing lunch and stories together. Explore São Bento’s iconic tile murals and feel the city’s rhythm shift from noisy markets to quiet moments of reflection.
