Title: Visit Portugal: Best of Portugal Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Portugal Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Portugal.d147.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Portugal](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Portugal.d147.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Portugal Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Portugal.d147.Flight-Destinations)[Portugal Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Portugal.d147.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Portugal Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Portugal.d147.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Portugal ## Tourist Guide ![Albufeira featuring a coastal town, swimming and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56885-Albufeira.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aveiro which includes a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/232000/232190-Centro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Portugal](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/232000/232204-Centro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Belem Tower showing a sunset, a lake or waterhole and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257156-Lisboa-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lisboa Region featuring modern architecture as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257148-Lisboa-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunbathe on gorgeous golden beaches, feast on incredibly fresh seafood and explore medieval castles and cobblestone towns in this sunny Iberian country. From the rumble of Lisbon’s streetcars to the crashing of waves on the shores of the Algarve, the sights and sounds of Portugal will capture your imagination. Discover remnants from its time as a powerful global empire, explore perfectly preserved medieval towns and doze on pristine beaches. For a glimpse into Portugal’s past, head for the history-filled capital, Lisbon. The city is home to famous Moorish-influenced monuments including the intricately designed Jeronimos Monastery. The 16th-century Belém Tower was originally built to guard the entrance to Lisbon’s harbor. Towering above the city are the Moorish fortifications of Castelo de São Jorge. Join one of the daily guided tours to learn more about this castle and its galleries, which display historical relics. Take a daytrip from Lisbon to Quinta da Regaleira, a decorative palace and gardens set on a hillside in Sintra. Visitors can inspect various ornate rooms, statues, fountains, underground tunnels, a chapel and even an aquarium. Portugal’s second-largest city, Porto, is also worth visiting. Stroll over the Dom Luís I Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel of Eiffel Tower fame, which spans the Douro River and connects Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia. Sample the region’s namesake Port dessert wine. For sun, sea, sand and golfing opportunities, head for Portugal’s sunny, southern coastal region, the Algarve. View the magnificent rock formations at Ponta da Piedade, south of Lagos. Famous for its jagged multicolored sandstone cliffs, caves and grottoes, this headland is remarkably photogenic. Portuguese cuisine is built around local ingredients. In all coastal regions, seafood is a staple of the diet. Don’t leave without trying Belem’s *pastel de nata* (egg custard tart) and the famous sweet Porto wine. Summer is peak season across Portugal, particularly in beach regions. Visit during September when the weather is still pleasant and the crowds fewer. The country is served by four main airports: Lisbon, Faro, Porto and Funchal. Enjoy the laid-back lifestyle of this warm and welcoming nation. ### Popular cities in Portugal [Lisbon DistrictKnown for Historical, Art and Museums](https://expedia.co.uk/Lisbon-District.dx178278) Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and one of the most highly visited cities of Europe. Renowned as t is for its fine architecture, history, cuisine, culture and international trade, that’s hardly surprising. ## Reasons to visit - Rossio Square - Castle of São Jorge - Lisbon Cathedral [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Lisbon-District.dx178278)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Lisbon-District-Hotels.d178278.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [PortoKnown for Rivers, Ports and Cafes](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto.dx603077) Portugal’s second-largest city captivates visitors with its rich history, award-winning wines and grand architecture. ## Reasons to visit - Ribeira Square - Porto Cathedral - Livraria Lello [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto.dx603077)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels.d603077.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [AlbufeiraKnown for Beaches, Dining and Bars](https://expedia.co.uk/Albufeira.dx4692) Whitewashed houses and cobblestone streets combine with beautiful beaches and buzzing nightlife in one of the Algarve’s most popular holiday havens. ## Reasons to visit - Albufeira Old Town Square - Falesia Beach - Albufeira Marina [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Albufeira.dx4692)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels.d4692.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [FunchalKnown for Dining, Sea and Gardens](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal.dx1232) Madeira’s cultural capital offers museums and shopping districts on the doorstep of extraordinary natural wonders. ## Reasons to visit - CR7 Museum - Madeira Botanical Garden - Funchal Farmers Market [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal.dx1232)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Hotels.d1232.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [FaroKnown for Friendly people, Dining and Marinas](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro.dx1193) A gateway to the Ria Formosa nature park, this city has a walled core of historic buildings surrounded by scenic sandbars, beaches and marshlands. ## Reasons to visit - Faro Cathedral - Faro Island Beach - Carmo Church [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro.dx1193)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Hotels.d1193.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [LouléKnown for Friendly people, Relaxing and Bars](https://expedia.co.uk/Loule.dx182230) Explore relaxing Loulé: its bars, adventures, ruins and more! ## Reasons to visit - Vilamoura Marina - Vilamoura Beach - Quinta do Lago Golf [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Loule.dx182230)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Loule-Hotels.d182230.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Regions in Portugal ![Santo Antonio Church showing a city and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/232000/232237-Faro-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Faro District Explore the beaches and castles of Portugal’s southernmost district, a region with luxurious resorts and a pulsating tourist season. 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