Our specialists return, time and time again, to explore Portugal, seeking out its hidden treasures and finding new ways to experience its most popular attractions. In our travel guides, they offer their tips on how you can experience fully the authentic Portugal, whether you want to sail down the sun-drenched Douro River Valley, visit the fado bars of Lisbon or learn how to make traditional dishes on a historic country estate.
We offer our frank opinions, based on what we've most enjoyed ourselves, so that we can steer you toward where to go in Portugal to find the most scenic vineyards, the best-stocked port cellars and the finest views of Sintra’s fantastical palaces.
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Our travel guides share our specialists' passion and knowledge for Portugal. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.
Exploring Lisbon: a city guide
In Lisbon, you can visit a Moorish castle, explore the impacts of the devastating 1755 earthquake with a local guide, and experience a live fado performance. Here, Portugal specialist Geoff shares how to get the most out of your visit.
The best things to see & do in the Azores
A clutch of volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic, the Azores boast a vast array of landscapes. Portugal team member Corinne discusses highlights of the archipelago, including cheese and wine tastings and a volcano that emerged in the 1950s.
A guide to Porto and the Douro Valley
There’s much more to Porto than the first four letters of its name, from walking tours to catamaran cruises. Portugal specialist Kevin shares his tips for exploring the city, and for spending time in the Douro Valley’s traditional towns and vineyards.
Eat your way around Portugal
Portuguese food isn’t as well known as Spanish cuisine, but it holds similar charms. Discover why locals prefer bacalhau to fresh cod, where people line up to get custard tarts and why a small town bakes phallic pastries.
Honeymoons in Portugal: where to go & what to do
From sipping Douro Valley wine to hiking Azorean volcanoes, Audley specialist Corinne shares her top honeymoon experiences for Portugal.
