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, Cabo da Roca & Cascais: Pena Palace Day Trip from LisbonYou travel by air-conditioned vehicle with a certified guide through Sintra's old quarter and Pena Palace, then west to Cabo da Roca's 140-metre cliffs overlooking the Atlantic, stopping at Cascais, Boca do Inferno, and Belém's monuments on the return. Hotel pickup, entry fees, an official guide, and a local pastry are included; the day is built for small groups and takes you through three distinct landscapes without arranging transport or tickets yourself.Is it for me?This tour works well if you want to see Sintra's Pena Palace, the cliffs at Cabo da Roca, and Cascais in one day without arranging transport, entry tickets, or a guide yourself — the fixed itinerary and included pickup mean you show up and move through three distinct landscapes without logistics getting in the way.
Lagos: Benagil Cave Boat Tour & Algarseco Cliffs with PickupYou're picked up at your Lagos hotel and driven to Carvoeiro Beach, where you board a boat for a 1h15min cruise into Benagil Cave and past Marinha Beach and coastal grottoes. After the boat ride, you walk the Algarseco boardwalk along the colored cliffs and visit the sea-arch grotto before returning to your accommodation. Bottled water and a professional guide are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Benagil Cave without arranging your own boat or transport from Lagos—the pickup and fixed itinerary mean you just show up at your hotel and the rest is handled.
Private Porto to Lisbon Transfer with 2 City StopsYou’ll get more than just a ride—this transfer lets you explore two unique Portuguese towns on your way from Porto to Lisbon. Dive into local flavors in Aveiro, walk historic streets in Coimbra, or stand in awe at Batalha Monastery. It’s flexible, comfortable, and full of those little moments that make travel memorable.
Sintra Day Trip from Lisbon: Regaleira Palace & Wine TastingYou're picked up from your Lisbon hotel and driven into the Sintra mountains for a full-day private tour that includes entry to Quinta da Regaleira (the mysterious palace with tunnels and initiation wells), the Castle of the Moors with its panoramic views, Cabo da Roca at Europe's western edge, and a regional wine tasting. The minivan is air-conditioned, the driver handles all navigation, and you return to your hotel by late afternoon.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see Sintra's main sites in one day without renting a car or navigating the winding mountain roads yourself — the private minivan and included entry tickets mean you move through the itinerary without arranging transport or waiting in lines.
Cascais to Lisbon Sunset Cruise: Open Bar & River ViewsA two-hour sunset cruise departing Cascais Marina, traveling the Tagus estuary toward Lisbon with unlimited white wine, sangria and draught beer included. You pass under the 25th of April Bridge, watch Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries rise from the water, and arrive at Doca da Marinha in the city center as darkness falls. A live guide speaks English and Spanish throughout.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in or departing from Cascais and want to end your day watching Lisbon's monuments from the water while the sun sets, arriving in the city center ready to continue on foot.
Funchal Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet-and-GreetYou get picked up at arrivals or collected from your hotel with no waiting, travel in a private air-conditioned car, and arrive at your destination with a few local tips already in your pocket. The driver handles the route and timing, leaving you to start your trip the moment you step outside the terminal.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport yourself — the fixed price and scheduled pickup mean you know exactly what to expect before you land.
Snorkeling in Madeira from Funchal: Cabo Girão swim stopA half-day boat trip from Funchal on a private yacht carries up to 8 guests to Cabo Girão for swimming and snorkeling in clear water, with snacks, seasonal fruit, a cheeseboard and beverages served on deck. The crew shares insights about Madeira's geography and local history. Snorkeling equipment and towels are provided; an optional light meal (chicken salad wrap, vegetarian and vegan versions available) can be added at checkout.Is it for me?Book the half-day trip if you want to snorkel and swim without committing a full day, or choose the full-day option if you'd rather spend more time on the water and explore additional stops along the coast.
Vila Viçosa Walking Tour: Paço Ducal & Ducal ArchitectureYou walk through Vila Viçosa's ducal center with a local guide who explains the Paço Ducal palace-museum, the Sanctuary, the Castle, and the churches and noble houses that define the town's architecture. The tour covers the main historical sites in sequence, taking around three to four hours at a moderate pace. You'll need reasonable fitness and comfortable shoes, but you'll understand why this small Alentejo town was once the seat of Portuguese ducal power.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand a piece of Portuguese ducal history without arranging your own research or navigation — the local guide and fixed route mean you get both the main monuments and the context that makes them matter, as long as you're comfortable walking for a few hours on uneven ground.
Lisbon Walking Tour with Belém Tower, Tram & Boat RideA guided walking tour of Lisbon covering Alfama, Rossio Square and the Sé Cathedral, followed by a scenic tram ride through the city's neighborhoods, a boat trip along the Tagus River to Belém, and entry to the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower. The tour runs 4.5 hours with a professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese. You choose at checkout whether to include Belém Tower entry; tips are optional.Is it for me?If you're visiting Lisbon for the first time and want to see the major landmarks without building an itinerary yourself, this tour threads them together in a single morning or afternoon. The combination of walking, tram and boat means you experience the city from three different angles—street level, the tram's steep routes, and the river—which is what makes a single day feel complete. Choose the option with Belém Tower entry if the Age of Discoveries history appeals to you; skip it if you'd rather spend the time in the Belém neighborhood itself.
Sintra: Quinta da Regaleira & Initiation Well Private TourYou skip the entrance line and descend into the Initiation Well with a professional guide who explains the Masonic and alchemical symbolism woven through Quinta da Regaleira's gardens, grottoes, and palace. The tour covers the estate's hidden tunnels, romantic architecture, and the vision of its obsessive owner, ending with time to photograph the towers and terraces. Travel insurance is included, and your guide meets you at the entrance holding a blue and yellow flag.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand what you're looking at in Quinta da Regaleira rather than wander through it guessing — the guide's knowledge of the symbolism and history is what transforms a beautiful estate into a coherent vision, and the skip-the-line entry means you're not spending your Sintra morning in a queue.
Sintra & Cascais: Private sightseeing tour from LisbonYou’ll wander through Sintra’s colorful palaces, explore mysterious gardens at Quinta da Regaleira, stand on windswept cliffs at Cabo da Roca, and stroll seaside streets in Cascais — all with a local guide who shares stories along the way. With hotel pickup included and plenty of time to linger where you want, it’s a day trip you’ll remember long after you’re back in Lisbon.
Alfama Walking Tour Lisbon: Medieval Streets & FadoA three-hour small-group walking tour of Alfama, Lisbon's oldest medieval quarter, led by a local guide in English. You explore narrow alleyways, visit historic churches including Lisbon Cathedral and the Church of St. Michael, see the Fado Museum, and stand at viewpoints over the Tagus River. Groups stay small, and children from age one are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to walk Alfama's actual streets with someone who knows the neighborhood's history—the churches, the flea market, the Fado connection—rather than following a map alone. The three-hour pace and small group size mean you move at a human speed and hear details a solo walk would miss.
Porto Walking Tour: Local Guide, Hidden Streets & TastesYou’ll wander Porto’s twisting streets with a local guide who shares real city stories and small secrets — from tiled train stations to warm pastel de nata in your hand. Expect laughter over mispronounced names, hidden gardens full of camellias, and time to pause by the Douro river as you see Porto through local eyes.
Lisbon Private Photoshoot & Walking Tour with Maya & MiguelYou walk through Lisbon's best-lit neighborhoods with a licensed guide and two photographers who capture candid moments as you move, no posing required. You receive 20 edited photos in a private gallery within a week, ready to download and share. The whole experience is paced around natural light and local insight, so the images feel like your real day in the city, not a separate photoshoot tacked on.Is it for me?Book this if you want professional photos of your time in Lisbon without arranging a separate shoot or worrying about posing—the guide and photographers handle the route, the timing, and the direction, so you just move through the city and the images happen naturally.
Porto E-Bike Tour: Douro bridges, riverside and city centerAn e-bike tour of Porto covering the city center, riverside and outlying neighborhoods over three hours with a live guide and snacks included. The route passes São Bento Railway Station, Dom Luís Bridge, Serra do Pilar Monastery, the Gaia riverside Port wine cellars, Casa da Música, Clérigos Tower and Crystal Palace Gardens. Children from age 13 can join; you need to know how to ride an e-bike and have at least moderate fitness.Is it for me?The e-bike motor means you can climb Porto's steep streets without walking, so the full city—from the riverside to the outlying neighborhoods—stays within reach in a single morning or afternoon. If you have moderate fitness and know how to ride, three hours on two wheels covers more ground than walking would, and the stops at São Bento, Dom Luís Bridge, Gaia and Crystal Palace Gardens hold together as a coherent route instead of scattered points.
Private Douro River cruise Porto: Port wine tastingA private two-hour cruise on the Douro River from Marina do Freixo in Porto, with views of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, a guide who speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, and a tasting of Port wine paired with regional Portuguese products and sparkling wine. The guide hosts the experience personally and prepares the gastronomic selection themselves. Mineral water, safety equipment and Wi-Fi are included; drinks are arranged in advance.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, so you choose the language that works for you—book this one if you want the history and the landscape explained in your own words without the formality of a larger group tour.
Funchal Airport to Hotel Transfer Madeira: Meet & GreetYou're met at arrivals with a name sign, driven in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Funchal accommodation, and dropped at your hotel reception or apartment door. The driver waits up to ten minutes past your scheduled pickup time if your flight is delayed. Parking, facility fees, and GST are included; no negotiation required.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your Funchal hotel without arranging transport or negotiating a fare—the driver is waiting with your name, the price is locked in, and the vehicle is already sorted for your needs.
Madeira: Pico do Arieiro & Santana tour with local guideYou’ll ride from Funchal up to Pico do Arieiro’s wild peaks, walk ancient laurel forests to Balcões viewpoint, meet locals in Santana’s storybook houses, and taste traditional rum in Porto da Cruz — all with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. This is a day in Madeira you’ll remember long after you leave.
Monte Toboggan and Old Town Tuk Tuk Tour FunchalA tuk tuk tour from Funchal through the Old Town and up to Monte village, with a local guide speaking English, Spanish or Portuguese. The route passes Santa Luzia gardens and the Marmeleiros viewpoint, reaches the Church of Our Lady of Monte and its famous staircase, and gives you access to the world-renowned Monte Toboggan Ride — a 19th-century tradition where skilled operators guide a wicker sled down the winding mountain roads. Pickup and drop-off within Funchal are included; toboggan tickets are separate.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Funchal's highlights and reach Monte's gardens and church in one outing — the tuk tuk handles the winding climb and the timing, so you focus on the views and the stories. The toboggan ride is optional and ticketed separately, so you decide whether to add that adrenaline moment when you arrive.
Monte Tuk-Tuk Tour in Madeira: Gardens & ChurchA private tuk-tuk tour from Funchal to Monte in Madeira takes three hours and covers the Church of Our Lady of Monte and the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens, with pickup and dropoff included. The driver is a local guide who explains the history and significance of each stop as you climb toward the mountains. You spend ninety minutes at the gardens to photograph the swans, ducks and peacocks, explore the museum's sculptures and minerals, or sit with coffee. The tour ends at the Monte Toboggan, the 1850s wooden slide that once carried locals down the hill and now runs as a ride anyone can take.Is it for me?Choose this if you prefer a guided tuk-tuk ride over driving yourself—your local driver handles the mountain roads while you sit back, and the long garden stop lets you explore at your own pace instead of rushing between viewpoints.
