Day trips

Cascais and Estoril: The Easiest Day Trip From Lisbon

A coastal train along the water to a seaside town: what to do in Cascais, whether Estoril is worth stopping at, and the cliff walk that most visitors miss.

Évora and the Alentejo: A Day Trip Into the Plains

A Roman temple, a chapel of bones and a walled town on a hill in the middle of cork country: how to reach Évora from Lisbon and why it is better as an overnight.

Óbidos: The Walled Town Day Trip From Lisbon

A complete medieval wall you can walk around, a main street of whitewashed houses, and cherry liqueur in a chocolate cup: how to do Óbidos without the coach crowd.

Portugal Beyond Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve

The places that fill a second trip: canals and painted boats in Aveiro, a university city on a hill, a baroque stairway above Braga, and the towns nobody photographs.

Sintra Palaces and Timed Tickets: Booking It Right

Sintra runs on timed entry now, and the slot you book decides the day: which palaces need booking, how far apart they really are, and the order that avoids the queue.

Douro Valley Day Trip from Porto: The Complete Guide

How to visit the Douro Valley from Porto: wine estates, a river cruise, the scenic train, guided tours vs driving yourself, and the best way to see Portugal's wine country.