Sure, Lisbon and Porto are great (yes, they are great), but there’s a reason Portugal is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations, and there’s so much more to it than just its two main cities. From wild parties to wild nature, historic hill towns to sunny beaches, hip bars to countryside hideaways, Portugal’s seven regions (five on the mainland plus Madeira and the Azores) have it all.
And the food goes far beyond piri-piri chicken and pastel de nata (although, let’s be honest, those should be on the list too). Each region of this amazingly diverse country boasts its own cuisine, from fresh seafood and slow-cooked stews to cakes, pastries and cheeses. And did we mention vinho? Across the country, wine is incredibly delicious and dangerously affordable. There’s much to discover, so read on for full details of the best places to visit in Portugal.
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📍 The best things to do in Portugal
🏖 Essential Guide to Lisbon
🐟 Porto Essential Guide
Lucy Bryson is a writer based in Portugal. All Time Out travel guides are written by locals who know the city inside and out. Read our editorial guidelines for more information. This guide contains affiliate links, which do not influence the editorial content. Read our affiliate guidelines for more information.
