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Porto, Portugal
For those visiting Portugal, a first stop would undoubtedly be Porto, which is
easily accessible by plane and also serves as a great jumping-off point for
other Portuguese cities. There’s lots to do and see in Porto itself, from
exploring its vibrant city center to learning about local traditions at one of
its many museums. In addition to being a top tourist destination in its own
right, Porto also serves as an excellent gateway city to several popular
Portuguese destinations nearby.
- Porto Cathedral
- Clérigos Church
- Livraria Lello & Irmão
- Porto: Delicious Food and Wine Walking Tour
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Cascais, Portugal
If you’re looking for a quiet beach town, look no further than Cascais. This
quaint little seaside community is both calm and full of charm. The town sits on
what is arguably one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches, which makes it an ideal
place to spend a warm day with friends or family. Once you’ve spent some time
soaking up some sun, grab dinner at one of Cascais’ best restaurants before
walking around its picturesque streets at night.
- Boca do Inferno
- Cabo Raso Lighthouse
- Rainha Beach
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Lisbon, Portugal
What a city is Lisbon! Experience the typical trams up-and downhill, the
sea-side views and go on a day trip to Sintra. Even if you don't have something
planned, just sit on a rooftop terrace and enjoy a cocktail.
- St. George's Castle
- Belém Tower
- Comércio Square
- Sintra: Pena Palace and Park Skip-the-Ticket-Line Entrance
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Lagos, Portugal
The main city in southern Portugal, Lagos is home to white sand beaches and is
great for families. You can go hiking or biking, or just relax on your vacation
rental’s balcony and watch whales in the distance. Great restaurants are all
around you so you don’t have to worry about where you’re going to eat dinner.
- From Lagos: 3-Hour Algarve Cruise by Fun Catamaran
- Igreja de Santo António
- Dona Ana Beach
- Praia do Camilo
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Faro, Portugal
The biggest city in Algarve and a must-visit for all tourists. Walking around
and soaking up the sun and culture is just about as good as it gets when it
comes to travel in sunny Portugal. If you’re feeling adventurous, consider
taking a weekend trip to Parque Natural da Ria Formosa which features over 12
miles of beach, birds, and nature.
- Cathedral of Faro
- Forum Algarve