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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Lisbon Alfama: Tuk tuk tour with viewpoints & guideHop into a tuk tuk and wind through Lisbon’s Alfama district with a local guide who knows every corner. You’ll taste ginginha in an alleyway bar, pause for sweeping city views at Senhora do Monte and Portas do Sol, and wander inside centuries-old cathedrals — all while catching glimpses of daily life you might otherwise miss.
Sailboat ride Lisbon Tagus: 2-hour small-group cruiseYou’ll sail along Lisbon’s Tagus River with a local guide at the helm, passing Belém Tower, Commerce Square, and under the 25th of April Bridge. Enjoy light snacks and a drink as you watch city life glide by from a fresh perspective. There’s time for quiet moments—and maybe even a story or two from your captain—to linger after you step ashore.
Madeira: 2-Day Island Tour with Natural Pools & Pico do ArieiroYou’ll ride along cliff roads, walk above clouds at Pico do Arieiro, dip into volcanic pools at Porto Moniz, and wander among Santana’s straw-roofed houses. With a local guide sharing stories and an air-conditioned ride across Madeira’s wild corners, you’ll feel more than just a tourist — you’ll feel part of the island’s rhythm.
Melgaço: Minho River Rafting & Alvarinho Wine TastingYou’ll paddle through Melgaço’s wildest Minho River rapids with a local guide, float past ancient stone pesqueiras, get filmed by drone mid-adventure, then share Alvarinho wine and fresh bread rolls with your group at the finish. Expect laughter, splashes, and those little moments you can’t really plan for — just live them.
Porto: Pastel de Nata Workshop & Cocktails with Local HostYou’ll roll up your sleeves in a cozy Porto kitchen, learn to craft pastel de nata from scratch (well, almost), share laughs over Port wine or mimosas, and walk away with fresh pastries—and maybe a new favorite memory. A local host guides every step and keeps things light; even beginners find their groove here.
ATV riding in Madeira: Polaris RZR four-seater buggyATV riding in Madeira on a private Polaris RZR XP 1000 four-seater buggy, starting in Funchal and climbing through mountain viewpoints, forest roads and the Laurissilva Forest to Santo da Serra. The guide handles safety briefing and navigation; you control the buggy on and off-road terrain. A valid driver's license is required for the person at the wheel, and the experience suits families and couples looking for hands-on adventure over sightseeing.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or Portuguese, so book this one if you're comfortable following safety instructions and landscape commentary in one of those languages. The four-seater format works well for families or couples who want to stay together and share the driving, and the hands-on control appeals to people who'd rather operate the vehicle than narrate the scenery from a passenger seat.
Lisbon: Street Art Tuk Tuk Tour Graça & Mouraria PrivateYou’ll ride through Lisbon’s Graça and Mouraria neighborhoods in an electric tuk tuk with a local guide, stopping to see murals by Vhils, Bordalo II, Shepard Fairey, and more. Expect spontaneous stories, close-up views of iconic street art, and small moments—like catching fado music drifting from open windows—that stick with you long after.
Fado concert with Port wine tasting in Porto: Historic Salão Nobre settingA Fado concert at the Trinity Noble Hall in Porto pairs live traditional music with your choice of four Port wines (Dry White, White, Rosé or Ruby), all explained in multiple languages. The one-hour show happens in the city centre in a classical hall with limited seating, so the acoustics keep you close to the performers and the stories they tell about Fado's history and instruments.Is it for me?If you are arriving in Porto with a free evening or staying in the city centre without a car, this concert fits into the hour before dinner and settles the question of what to do first—you walk to the Noble Hall, sit down, and the night unfolds from there without any planning beyond choosing your wine.
Portuguese Cooking Class in Porto: Learn Traditional DishesA cooking class in Porto where you shop for ingredients with your host, then prepare and eat traditional Portuguese dishes in their home. Before you arrive, your host emails you recipe options so you can choose what to cook. The class runs about three and a half hours, includes a live guide in English or Portuguese, and ends with coffee or tea after dessert and Port wine.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn how to cook rather than watch a demonstration, and you're comfortable shopping and cooking in someone's home kitchen instead of a restaurant or cooking school. The three and a half hours includes shopping, so it's a full experience in one afternoon without needing to arrange your own transport to a separate venue.
Madeira: Ponta de São Lourenço Hike with Return TransferYou’ll hike Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço trail at your own pace after an easy transfer from Funchal or nearby towns. Expect windswept cliffs, seabird colonies overhead, and space to breathe away from crowds. Cool off by the sea before your return ride—this day is for letting nature set your rhythm.
Canyoning in Salto do Cabrito, São Miguel: Rappels and jumpsCanyoning in Salto do Cabrito on São Miguel is a 4-hour activity where you descend a canyon using rappels, jumps and slides, surrounded by waterfalls and volcanic landscape. The tour includes all canyoning equipment, an accredited guide in English or Portuguese, insurance, and pickup from Ponta Delgada is available as an option. Minimum age is 14, and you need moderate fitness; the exact sequence of rappels and jumps depends on water flow and seasonal conditions.Is it for me?Choose the option with pickup if you're arriving by plane or don't have a rental car — it removes the logistics of finding Salto do Cabrito near Ribeira Grande. Book without pickup if you're already mobile on the island or prefer to meet the group at the waterfall.
Funchal Christmas lights tour: Vintage cars, decorated streetsA private night tour of Funchal's Christmas lights by classic car, with hotel or port pickup included and a live guide in English or Portuguese. The route covers the city center, Farmers Market and Old Town streets lit for the holidays. Runs about 75 minutes in all weather; suitable for all fitness levels, with a minimum age of 12.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Funchal's holiday decorations without walking the streets yourself, or if you're docked at the port and have a short window to get out and back. The vintage car and the guide's narration work best for a first visit to the city or for travelers who prefer to stay seated while taking in the sights.
Fatima from Lisbon: Private Half-Day Tour with PickupYou’ll travel from Lisbon with a local guide who shares Fatima’s history along the way. Walk through both basilicas, pause at candle-lit altars, and hear stories of the shepherd children firsthand. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off so you can just focus on being present—let yourself feel what draws so many here every year.
Fátima Private Tour from Lisbon: Half-day or full shrine visitYou’ll travel from Lisbon in private comfort to experience Fatima’s sanctuary up close—walk its vast square, light a candle or attend Mass if you wish, and hear personal stories from your local guide. Visit the humble homes of the visionaries in nearby villages and find quiet moments for reflection along the way.
Coasteering in Madeira: Cliff Jumping & Scrambling TourCoasteering in Madeira combines cliff jumping, swimming, scrambling, rappelling and cave exploration along the dramatic Ponta de São Lourenço peninsula on the southeast coast. The 4-hour activity mixes water and rock scrambling with optional jumps from 1 to 10 meters, guided by expert instructors in multiple languages. All safety gear, life jacket, helmet and rappel equipment are provided, plus GoPro video and photos of the day.Is it for me?This is a shared group activity with a guide leading the route and teaching technique at each stage, which suits anyone who wants the instruction and company but also wants to move at their own pace within the group. If you prefer to jump only the heights you choose and explore at a rhythm that matches your comfort, the optional jumps and flexible route work well; if you need a completely private experience or want to set the entire itinerary yourself, a shared coasteering tour is not the format for that.
Nazaré Jeep Safari: Open-air 4x4 off-road tourA three-hour jeep safari through the Nazaré region in a convertible UMM with a live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese or French. The route covers the Sitio da Nazaré clifftop sanctuary, Fort of São Miguel Arcanjo, the village center, and an off-road run to São Martinho do Porto with beach stops; hotel pickup is included and children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?The UMM has no air conditioning and the ride is unsprung, so the three hours are active and noisy rather than smooth—book this if you want to feel the terrain and the vehicle, not glide past it.
Lisbon: Private Half Day Tour with Jerónimos & Belém TowerYou’ll wander Lisbon’s sunlit viewpoints, step into centuries-old cathedrals, taste sweet pastries in Chiado, and pause by Belém Tower’s river stones—all with a local guide who knows every shortcut. This private half day tour includes hotel pickup and real conversation along winding streets. You might leave with more questions than answers—and that’s part of Lisbon’s charm.
Coimbra walking tour: University and old walled cityA guided walking tour of Coimbra lasting three to four hours, led by a qualified guide in English or Portuguese. You start at the Pedro and Ines Bridge for views across the Mondego, then climb through the old walled city to reach the University of Coimbra, the Almedina Arch, the Old Cathedral, New Cathedral, National Pantheon and the Botanical Garden. The guide provides photos of the whole route, and personal accident and liability insurance is included in the price; monument tickets are separate.Is it for me?Small groups work well here because the narrow streets and staircases of the old walled city stay intimate, and the guide can pause at each landmark without losing anyone in the crowd. If you want to understand Coimbra's layers—the river, the medieval walls, the university at the top—rather than rush through highlights, the three to four hour pace and the guide's knowledge of the hidden corners make this the right fit.
Private 4x4 Tour Lagoa do Fogo & Sete Cidades Volcanic CratersA private full-day 4x4 tour of Lagoa's volcanic landscapes takes you through Sete Cidades caldera and up Fogo Volcano, with a certified nature guide, hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport. The route reaches 947 meters above sea level at Pico da Barrosa and includes stops at Santa Barbara Beach and a waterfall on the north coast; the guide speaks English or Portuguese and the tour runs in all weather.Is it for me?The tour spends seven hours on volcanic terrain accessed by 4x4, so it suits travelers comfortable with a full day of driving and walking at elevation rather than a leisurely half-day. The vehicle handles the rough ground, but the pace and the altitude mean this is not a gentle outing.
Porto Douro boat tour with wine tasting: Dom Luís I Bridge viewsA boat tour on the Douro River in Porto that sails from Afurada Marina past the Dom Luís I and Arrábida bridges to the river mouth, with a live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese sharing stories of the city and its landmarks. You're welcomed aboard with a drink, then taste a premium selection of Porto wines paired with traditional nata cake and light snacks while the boat passes the historic Ribeira district, the Rosa Mota Pavilion, and the wine cellars lining the shore. The tour runs roughly two hours and includes music throughout; daytime and sunset departures are available.Is it for me?Book the daytime departure for sharp architectural detail of both bridges and the Ribeira; choose sunset if the golden light on the water and city glow are what you're after.
