If you’re planning on visiting Lisbon and are looking for some fun places in Portugal to visit nearby then Obidos is one of those places. Obidos is a cute, well-preserved Medieval town in the beautiful Portuguese countryside. Its charming cobbled streets, white houses, and gorgeous views make it a popular choice for a day trip…
Ericeira is a cute Portuguese fishing village, famous for its great surfing beaches which leads many to look for the best way to get from Lisbon to Ericeira to hit the water. This small town receives visitors from all over who come to wander through the cobbled stone streets, relax on the beach, or try…
One of the more unforgettable and best day trips from Lisbon is to Nazaré north of Lisbon. Renowned for its world-class waves, Nazaré attracts 1000s of visitors who come to watch brave surfers take on the incredibly huge waves over the winter season. If you’re staying in Lisbon and looking for trips to the rest…
Not only is the city of Lisbon a fun place to explore, full of history great food and beautiful architecture, but it’s also a great place to base yourself if you’re looking to explore more of Portugal since there are some awesome day trips from Lisbon. Portugal, and Lisbon in particular, has great public transport…
Lisbon is a beautiful city full of colourful streets an interesting history, and beautiful views. And one of the best ways to truly experience the beauty of this city is to book a Lisbon tour. The Lisbon sailing boat tour I took during my recent few weeks in Lisbon was one of the highlights of…
Lisbon is a city of beautiful sunsets and unforgettable moments. From the hilltop terraces to the panoramic views, there is no shortage of beautiful sunset spots Lisbon has to offer. One of my favourite sunset experiences was cruising down the Tagus River on a sailing boat, feeling the wind in my hair and the sun…
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, has become an increasingly popular destination for weekend breaks among European travellers. And it’s no surprise why – with so many things to do in Lisbon, this coastal city offers a perfect blend of history, culture, food, and weather. I recently spent two weeks in Lisbon and discovered so many…
Visiting Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city and Albufeira, in the Algarve in the south of the country are two very popular destinations that people visit when travelling to Portugal. I myself did the same during my month in Portugal. My husband and I spent two weeks in the Lisbon area before heading to the south and…
Belém is a beautiful historic neighbourhood in Lisbon along the banks of the Tagus River. It’s home to some of the most popular things to see in Lisbon and is a must-visit whether you’re in Lisbon for 2 days or longer. Belém holds great significance for Lisbon, unlike many other areas apart from Alfama, Belém…
Amongst the forested hillsides not far from Lisbon is the town of Sintra and its beautiful and colourful monuments including palaces and castles. With its fairytale-like landscapes and fascinating historic sites, it’s no surprise that a Lisbon to Sintra day trip has become a popular thing to do for those visiting Lisbon. Just 45 minutes…