The 8 Best Places to Visit in Portugal

If you’re planning to visit Portugal, you should know that the country is full of amazing sights and experiences.

Lisbon

With a rich history and an endless array of historic sites, Lisbon is one of the most fascinating cities in Europe.

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Sintra

Sintra is a fairy-tale town with cobbled streets, lush forests, magical castles, royal villas and beautiful gardens.

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Porto

The second largest city in Portugal is a mix of elegant decadence and history, heritage and modernity, surrounded by the Douro river.

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Évora

As a UNESCO World Heritage city since 1986, Evora is the kind of place that draws visitors with its rich history.

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Óbidos

This small town in the Oeste region of Portugal has a medieval feel to it that makes it ideal for a relaxing vacation.

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Tavira

Tavira has a lot going for it, from the castle and castle gardens to the great restaurants and bars, there is plenty here to keep you busy.

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Coimbra

Coimbra is Portugal’s oldest university town and one of the country’s most famous attractions.

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Elvas

It was a military stronghold during Portugal's war of independence and has many sites worth seeing.

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