Portugal

Things to Consider Before You Visit

  • Best time: May–October for warm weather and beaches
  • Currency: Euro (EUR)
  • Portuguese is official; English widely spoken in tourist areas
  • Coastal regions are windy; pack layers
  • Respect local customs and historic sites
  • Some towns require walking; comfortable shoes recommended

Top Attractions

  • Lisbon; romantic streets, trams, and viewpoints
  • Porto; wine tours and river cruises
  • Douro Valley; vineyards and scenic drives
  • Sintra; palaces, castles, and gardens
  • Algarve; beaches and seaside villages
  • Madeira; hiking and botanical gardens
  • Azores; hot springs, lakes, and volcano hikes
  • Cascais; beaches and coastal walks
  • Coimbra; historic university town
  • Évora; Roman temples and charming old town