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What is the translation of "enjoy your trip" in Portuguese?

"enjoy your trip" in portuguese, enjoy your trip {interj.}.

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English how to use "enjoy your trip" in a sentence, english how to use "boa viagem" in a sentence, similar translations, similar translations for "enjoy your trip" in portuguese.

• embebedar-se
• beneficiar-se
• divertir-se
• enjoy the sweet smell of success
• enjoy the sweetness
• enjoy the tennis
• enjoy the thrill of
• enjoy the tranquillity
• enjoy the trappings
• enjoy the warmth
• enjoy the wildlife
• enjoy thoroughly
• enjoy your meal!
• enjoy your trip
• enjoyable activity
• enjoyable afternoon
• enjoyable aspects of
• enjoyable challenge
• enjoyable conversation
• enjoyable environment
• enjoyable evening
• enjoyable event

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Language: Portuguese

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Published: Sep 8, 2023

Updated: Sep 11, 2023

20+ Basic Portuguese Phrases for Travellers and Tourists

Planning a trip to Portugal, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Angola, or São Tomé and Príncipe?

Whichever Portuguese-speaking nation you want to visit, you’ll have a much richer experience if you get some basic Portuguese phrases under your belt before you board the plane.

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The first 9 basic portuguese words and phrases you should learn, “hello” in portuguese –  olá/oi, “excuse me” in portuguese:  com licença, “good morning” in portuguese:  bom dia, “good afternoon” and “good night”, “how are you” in portuguese, “yes” in portuguese, “no” in portuguese, “where is … ” in portuguese, “please” in portuguese, “thank you” in portuguese, “bye” in portuguese, why should you learn these portuguese phrases.

Before we jump into the detailed article, here is a rapid-fire list of words and phrases you should learn as soon as you think about having a conversation in Portuguese (which ideally is now!).

• Bom dia  – “Good morning”
• Por favor  – “Please”
• De nada  – “You’re welcome”
• Tudo bem  – “Everything is good”
• Até amanhã  – “See you” (literally “until tomorrow”)
• De onde você é?  – “Where are you from?”
• Como vai?  – “How are you?”
• Desculpe  – “Sorry” or “Forgive me”
• Tchau  – “Goodbye” (informal)

If you need some motivation, take some time to listen to YouTuber Liz’s experience with learning Portuguese:

There are many different ways to  greet someone in Portuguese . The most important one to know is  olá , which simply means “hello”.

In Brazilian Portuguese, the word  oi  is very common as well.  Oi  is a more casual way to greet someone, like saying “hi” or “hey” in English.

Oi  is not so common in Portugal.

The phrase “excuse me” serves a few different functions in English.

First of all, it can be used to get someone’s attention. A polite way to do this in Portuguese is to say  com licença  or simply  licença .

Licença  is also what you’d say if you were pushing through a crowd; it’s a polite way to ask someone to step out of your way.

“Excuse me?” can also mean “can you please repeat yourself?” In Portuguese, you can accomplish this with a  como?  or  o que disse?

Or, if you’re in Brazil, you can use a word we’ve already seen:  oi . While  oi  pronounced with a flat tone means “hi”, as mentioned above, you can also say it with a rising tone –  oi?  – to ask someone to repeat themselves.

Three essential phrases to know in Portuguese are  bom dia ,  boa tarde , and  boa noite , which respectively mean “good morning”, “good afternoon”, and “good night”. Which one you use depends, obviously, on the time of day.

Bom dia  literally means “good day”, but you only ever use it in the morning, i.e. before midday.

Newcomers to Portuguese often struggle to pronounce  bom  – the masculine form of the adjective “good” – correctly. From the spelling, you’d think it was pronounced like the English word  bomb , but this is dead wrong.

The  -om  ending actually represents a  nasal vowel . This means that, instead of closing your mouth like you would for a normal “m” sound, you only say the “o”, but you let the air out through your nose as well as your mouth.

If that doesn’t make sense, don’t worry – this is a tricky thing for beginners to master. As a starting point, just pronounce  bom  like the English word “bong”. This is much closer to the correct pronunciation than “bomb” is.

After midday you can’t say  bom dia  anymore; instead, you must use  boa tarde  in the place of  bom dia . Then, after 6 pm, you say  boa noite  (“goodnight”).

“Goodnight” in English isn’t really a greeting; you’d normally only say it to someone who is about to go to bed.  Boa noite  can carry this meaning in Portuguese, but it can also be used as a greeting, or as a more generic way of saying “bye”.

What about “good evening”? The distinction between the “afternoon” and “evening” doesn’t exist in Portuguese. There’s only the  tarde  and the  noite .

It’s easy to remember which one to use: between midday and 6 pm, it’s the  tarde . From 6 pm onwards, it’s the  noite . Simple!

After you’ve greeted someone with an  olá  or  bom dia , follow it up with a  como vai?  (“how are you?”).

You’d typically respond to  como vai?  with a simple  bem  (“well”).

Or instead of  como vai?  you can use  tudo bem  and  tudo bom . Both of these expressions mean “everything (is) good”, and they can be both a question and a response.

What I mean by that is, to say “how are you?” in Portuguese, you can say  tudo bem?  or  tudo bom?  And if someone asks you either of these questions, you respond with the one that they  didn’t  say.

I.e. if someone asks you  tudo bom? , you reply with  tudo bem! . If someone asks you  tudo bem? , reply with  tudo bom!

“Yes” in Portuguese is  sim . Like  bom  above,  sim  contains a nasal vowel. To a first approximation, it sounds like the English word “sing”.

However, in Brazilian Portuguese specifically, the word  sim  is almost never used. This isn’t because Brazilians are a disagreeable bunch – it’s just a quirk of their dialect. Saying  sim  when someone asks you a question is quite unnatural.

So what should you say instead of  sim ? The trick is to  repeat the word from the question . It’s best illustrated by example:

• Você está com frio?  – “Are you cold?”
• Estou  – “I am”
• Você gostou do filme?  – “Did you like the film?”
• Gostei  – “I liked (it)”.
• Você fala português  – “Do you speak Portuguese?”
• Falo  – “I speak (it)”

It’s easy to get used to.

Note that in European Portuguese, people aren’t so shy about saying  sim . You can still respond by repeating the verb in the manner above, but there’s nothing wrong with simply saying  sim  instead.

Of course, you might not always want to say  sim , even in Portugal. In this case, a simple  não , which means “no”, will suffice.

• Não  – “no”
• Não, foi uma bosta!  – “No, it was crap!”
• Não falo  – “I don’t speak (it)”
• Mentira!  – “Liar!”

If you’re a tourist newly arrived in a Portuguese-speaking country, you might struggle to find your way around. If so, ask for directions using  onde está …?  – “where is … ?”

Here are a few things you might ask, and this is a good opportunity to note some of the vocabulary differences between Brazilian and European Portuguese:

• Onde está a estação de trem?  – “Where is the train station?” (Brazilian Portuguese)
• Onde está a estação de comboio?  – “Where is the train station?” (European Portuguese)
• Onde está o banheiro?  – “Where is the bathroom?” (Brazilian Portuguese)
• Onde está a casa de banho?  – “Where is the bathroom?” (European Portuguese)
• Onde está o ponto de ônibus?  – “Where is the bus stop?” (Brazilian Portuguese)
• Onde está a parada de autocarro?  – “Where is the bus stop?” (European Portuguese)

(Note that, due to the dominance of Brazilian media and entertainment in the Portuguese-speaking world, Portuguese people are far more familiar with  brasileirismos  – Brazilian words and expressions – than Brazilians are with  portuguesismos .)

By learning a bit of Portuguese for your travels, you’re being a little more respectful and polite than you would be by assuming that everyone you need to talk to already speaks English.

With that in mind, it’s time to learn a word that’s essential for etiquette in just about every language: “please”!

To make a sentence or request more polite in Portuguese, stick  por favor  – “please” – on the end.

So for example, if you’re a  restaurante  and you want to ask for the  conta  (bill), you could say this to the  moço  (waiter):  Você pode trazer a conta, por favor?

Now that you know how to say “please”, it’s time to learn the other essential phrase that will make your Portuguese more polite: “thank you”.

The way to say “thank you” in Portuguese depends on your gender. If you’re male, say  obrigado . If you’re female, say  obrigada . Often this is shortened to a simple  ‘brigado  or  brigada .

Just like English has “thank you”, “thanks”, “cheers”, and more, there are a few different ways to thank someone in Portuguese. You can get by with  obrigado/obrigada  alone, but  see this article  for a more detailed explanation of all the alternatives.

We’ve covered “hello”. What about “goodbye”?

As in English, there are a few different ways to say “bye” in Portuguese. The most useful to know is  tchau . It’s pronounced exactly like the Italian  ciao , from which it’s derived.

Another way to say goodbye is  adeus , which is more formal. It literally means “to God”. You may have noticed that  adeus  is similar to  adios , the Spanish equivalent which is increasingly used these days in English. So that makes  adeus  easy to remember!

As I never grow tired of  saying on this blog , travelling with English alone is  extremely limiting . You don’t have to become fully fluent in every Portuguese dialect to have fun on a short trip to Brazil, but even a  small bit of effort  to learn the most common Portuguese phrases can make a big difference to your trip, and to how locals perceive you.

My favourite place to start learning a language is with a  phrasebook . They’re a great way to get a basic introduction to the language and learn the most essential expressions without having to worry about grammar rules or verb conjugations or the finer points of the imperfect passive subjunctive.

But if you don’t have time to study an entire Portuguese phrasebook, start with these essential Portuguese words and expressions and you can’t go too far wrong.

And if you want to get more in-depth with Portuguese, check out my  favourite resources for learning Portuguese .

I hope you enjoy your time in the Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) world. I certainly enjoyed my time in Brazil – enough to make me visit again and again! Maybe you’ll be the same.

The above phrases won’t turn you into a fluent  falante  (speaker) of Portuguese, but they’re a start. I hope you have as much  fun with the Portuguese language as I have .

Let me know if this post was useful to you, or which was your favourite phrase! You can message me on Instagram ( @irishpolyglot ), TikTok ( @irishpolyglot ), and Twitter ( @irishpolyglot ).

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Portuguese Phrases for Travel | The Essentials (with PDF!)

If you are planning to visit Brazil or Portugal , it is a good idea to learn a few essential phrases before your trip. You’ll find that outside of those who work directly in tourism, often English is not very widely spoken. And this is particularly true in Brazil. As a Latin Romance language, it may feel similar to those of you who speak or know some Spanish . I know that this fact (and this list) helped me a lot as I learned to speak Portuguese at the B1 level recently. This post will cover the essential Portuguese phrases for travel, so I recommend you save this post for your trip! 

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Background Information on Portuguese

Believe it or not, the Portuguese language is the sixth most spoken language in the world, coming in right after Hindu and Bengali. There are 274 million speakers of Portuguese around the globe, and it is the official language of 9 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas.

The countries where Portuguese is an official language are:

• Guinea-Bissau 
• São Tome and Príncipe 
• Equatorial Guinea

As a Romance language, it is derived from Latin. And while Latin is the core of the language, it was influenced by the Hispano-Celtic languages that were there before the Romans, as well as the languages of the Germanic tribes that conquered the area after the Romans and the Arabs who followed them. 

An interesting fact about Portuguese is that while it is a syllable-timed language in Brazil (like most Romance languages), it is a stress-timed language in Portugal (like English). All of this essentially means that while every sound and syllable is pronounced in Brazilian Portuguese, in European Portuguese, the vowel sounds are often clipped, making it a bit harder to understand for the non-native speaker. Brazilian Portuguese sounds like a melodious romance language, but European Portuguese sounds honestly a bit like Russian. But, while words may sound a bit different, overall the core vocabulary of the language is the same across the world. 

Fun Fact:  Speakers of Portuguese are referred to as  Lusophones , as the area where Portugal is inhabited was called Lusitania by the ancient Romans. 

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The Essential Portuguese Phrases for Travel 

Below are the phrases that you’ll use most when traveling Brazil, Portugal, and more Portuguese-speaking countries.

Portuguese Greetings

Below are basic Portuguese greetings you’d use to greet or say goodbye to locals:   

• Hello – Olá
• Hi – Oi
• Good morning – Bom dia
• Good afternoon – Boa tarde
• Good night / evening – Boa noite
• Goodbye – Tshau / adeus
• What is your name? – Qual é o seu nome?
• My name is… – Meu nome é…
• Nice to meet you – Muito prazer 
• Have a great day! – Tenha um ótimo dia
• See you later –  Até logo 
• How are you? –  Tudo bem? 
• And you?  – E você? 
• I’m fine / I’m well  – Tudo bem / Eu Estou bem
• Very well –  Muito bem

Basic Portuguese Phrases

Basic phrases are those you’d use most frequently, outside of greetings.

• Yes – Sim
• No – Não
• Thank you – Obrigada (o)
• Thanks a lot – Muito obrigada (o)
• You’re welcome – De nada
• Excuse me – Desculpe / Com licença
• I’m sorry – Eu sinto muito
• Do you speak English? – Você fala inglês? 
• I don’t speak Portuguese – Eu não falo portugues. 
• I don’t understand – Não entendo. 
• Please – Por favor
• Slowly – Devagar 
• Repeat – Repita
• Where is the bathroom?  – Onde fica o banheiro? (Brazil); Onde é a casa de banho? (Portugal)
• How much does it cost?  – Quanto custa? 
• Boa viagem  – Have a nice trip!

Days, Months, and Time in Portuguese

The days of the week and all other phrases related to telling time. Something to note is that Monday – Friday are known as ordinal market days (feira). 

Days/Week in Portuguese

• Day – Dia
• Week – Semana
• Sunday – Domingo
• Monday – Segunda-feira
• Tuesday – Terça-feira
• Wednesday – Quarta-feira
• Thursday – Quinta-feira
• Friday – Sexta-feira
• Saturday – Sábado

Months/Year in Portuguese

• Month – Mes
• Year – Ano
• January – janeiro
• February – fevereiro
• March – março
• April – abril
• May – maio
• June – junho
• July – julho
• August – agosto
• September – setembro
• October – outubro
• November – novembro
• December – dezembro

Telling Time in Portuguese

• Minute – Minuto
• Hour – Hora
• Time – hora / Tempo
• What time is it? – Que horas são? 
• It is 1:00 – É uma hora. 
• It is 2:00 / 3:00 – São duas horas/ três horas.
• What day is today? – O que dia é hoje? 
• What date? – O que data?
• Tomorrow – Amanhã
• Yesterday – Ontem
• Day before yesterday – Anteontem
• Morning – Manhã
• Midday – Meio-dia
• Midnight – Meia-noite
• Night – Noite
• (Three days) ago – Faz (três dias) 
• Last week – A semana passada
• Today – Hoje
• Now – Agora

Numbers in Portuguese

Directions in portuguese.

Phrases and words for getting around town.

• Where is…? – Onde fica….?
• The bank – O banco
• The museum – O museu 
• The park – O parque
• The hospital – O hospital
• The airport – O aeroporto
• The church – A igreja 
• How do you get to…? – Como se vai a…?
• Left – esquerda
• Right – Dereita 
• Straight – Dereito 
• Turn to the.. . – Vire a…
• How far away is…? – A que distância fica o hospital?
• It is two blocks away – Fica a dois quateirões
• It is five minutes away – Fica a cinco minutos
• What is the address? – Qual é o endereço?

Transportation-Related Phrases in Portuguese

Phrases and words for traveling to further destinations. 

• By bus – De ônibus
• By train  – De trem
• By car  – De carro
• By plane  – De avião
• By subway/metro – De metrô
• Where is the train station? – Onde fica a estação de trem? 

Phrases for Eating Out in Portuguese

Phrases and words to use when looking for or eating good food.

• Restaurant – O restaurante
• Breakfast – Café da manhã
• Lunch – O almorço
• Dinner – O Jantar
• Appetizer – Aperitivo
• Main Course – Prato principal
• Desert – Sobremesa
• What do you recommend? – O que você recomenda? 
• I would like (to order) – Eu gostaria…
• The bill please – A conta por favor

Pronunciation Tips for Brazilian Portuguese

There are some unique things about Brazilian Portuguese that will make things much easier as you start to learn a bit of the language. Correct pronunciation will be tough as a beginner, but with practice you will get better. Here are the tips that have helped me the most:

• Pronouncing “di” and “de” – “Di” in words like “Dia” is pronounced as though it were spelled with a “gi”. The same goes for “de” in words like devegar and dereito
• Pronouncing “ti” and “te” – Both “ti” and “te” may sound like the “ch” sound (most often at least). You can  see examples of this in words like bastante (bastan-che) or tinha (cheen-ya)
• Final “m” sound – The final “m” in a word is mainly silent, and is an indicator to make the penultimate syllable more nasal
• Pronouncing “r” – When a word begins with “r” it will be pronounced more like a hard “h” sound in English. The same goes for the double “rr” in the middle of a word. A single “r” in the middle of the word is similar to the Spanish one with a slight roll, and the final “r” may be pronounced similarly, like an “h”, or in some regions, exactly like the American English final “r” sound. So you have a few options there!
• Pronouncing “nh” – This should more or less equate to the ñ in Spanish or the “gn” we sometimes see in borrowed English words like “gnocchi” or lasagna. 
• Final syllable ã – This is another indicator that the word is ending with a nasal sound. Seen in words like amanhã or irmã. 
• Pronouncing “lh” – This is slightly similar to the “ll” in Spanish or “y” in English, but keeps more of the “l” sound. Seen in words like brilhante . 

Here is a video that talks about Portuguese pronunciation:

For more information, here is a webpage that explains this subject in more depth.

FAQs About Learning Portuguese

While English is widely spoken in some tourist areas and major cities of Portugal, knowing some basic Portuguese can enhance your travel experience. Key phrases and common courtesies such as “Obrigado” (Thank you), and “Por favor” (Please) can be helpful. However, it is not necessary to be fluent in Portuguese to visit Portugal.

Similar to Portugal, Brazil has some English speakers in major cities and touristic areas, but the average person is unlikely to speak English well. You should plan to learn basic phrases for navigation, dining, and emergencies. Fluency is not required, but you will have a better experience if you learn key phrases before your trip.

European and Brazilian Portuguese differ primarily in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. European Portuguese is a stress-timed language while Brazilian Portuguese is a syllable-timed language. Also, two dialects exhibit differences in colloquial speech and formal writing, making them distinct yet mutually intelligible.

In Lisbon, which is in Portugal, you can say hello by saying “Olá”. This is a standard greeting in Portuguese, applicable at any time of the day. If you want to specifically say “Good morning”, you can use “Bom dia”.

In Rio, which is in Brazil, you can say hello by saying “Oi”. This is a common informal greeting in Brazilian Portuguese. For a more formal greeting or to say “Good morning”, you can use “Bom dia”.

Brazilian Portuguese is often perceived as nominally easier due to its more clear pronunciation and usage rules. There’s a greater allowance for pronunciation errors, as well as a simpler vocabulary in some respects.

Portuguese Phrases for Travel | Final Thoughts….

That completes my list of the basic Portuguese phrases for travel. I hope that this list serves as a useful guide when you venture out to any of the 9 countries where Portuguese is the official language! To get the most out of this list, you should practice often before taking your trip. This practice helped me tremendously when preparing for my trip.

If you would like additional practice, here are a few resources that I recommend that you check out: 

• If you want to practice speaking with a real person for a very affordable price,  check out my favorite language resource,   iTalki . You can use this site to practice with a tutor, formal teacher, or others just seeking to do a language exchange (for free!). The paid lessons have very cheap options, with some as low as $5 an hour. Check it out!
• Another fun way to learn is through watching video. Lingopie offers ways to learn new languages by watching videos at all levels of understanding to improve you listening comprehension. Check it out here ! 

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Christen Thomas is the founder of TravelWanderGrow, established in 2018. She has lived abroad and traveled extensively to over 30 countries. In addition, she is a certified Travel Advisor and is an expert in planning trips focused on city history and culture. As a frequent traveler, she also shares tips on how to prepare to travel well and how to save money while doing so.

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PortuguesePod101’s Essential Portuguese Travel Phrase Guide

Travel: Is there any other activity that demands so much planning, money, and time…or that generates so many interesting and fulfilling discoveries?

Yes, traveling can be both a pleasure and a challenge. Leisure in newfound places walks hand in hand with language and cultural barriers. Learning Portuguese basics for travel can be helpful, but it might not be enough to help you generate a truly rich and comfortable experience.

There are many sources online with common Portuguese travel phrases, but many of them fail to illustrate the nuances of the daily vernacular you’ll actually be hearing on your trip. It’s not uncommon to learn some Portuguese travel phrases but neglect to brush up on local manners and signs of politeness. After all, there are many unspoken rules and other subtleties to be mindful of…

In this article, we’ll present to you a list of Portuguese travel phrases that go beyond the basics. This includes some less common phrases as well as cultural information that will allow you to speak in a more flexible and comprehensive manner during your travels in Brazil!

• Basic Portuguese for Travel
• Portuguese Travel Phrases for Transportation
• Portuguese Travel Phrases for Shopping
• Portuguese Travel Phrases for Restaurants
• Asking for and Giving Directions
• Emergencies
• Flattery Phrases
• Useful Phrases to Go Through Language Problems

1. Basic Portuguese for Travel

To travel in Portuguese-speaking countries, one must be well-equipped with some fundamental words and expressions.

A- Greetings

Because first impressions are very important, let’s start with some concise greetings. 

• Oi! – “Hi!”
• Olá! – “Hello!”
• Bom dia. – “Good morning.”
• Boa tarde. – “Good afternoon.”
• Boa noite. – “Good evening.”

B- Informal greetings

Friends often greet each other in a very casual manner. 

These phrases sound caring, but they’re not always met with answers or reciprocity. In fact, their informal meaning is closer to “hi,” or even just to signal that you see the other person. Generally, you’ll use these phrases to greet people with whom you’ve had plenty of interactions already.

• Tudo bem? – “How are you doing?”
• Beleza? – “Howdy?”
• E aí? – “What’s up?”
• Salve! – “Ay!”

C- Short answers

Essential communication is at the core of basic Portuguese phrases for travel. Therefore, these short answers will come in handy in a variety of situations.

• Sim – “Yes”
• Não – “No”
• Talvez – “Maybe”
• Pode ser? – “Why not?”
• Eu gostei. / Eu não gostei. – “I liked it.” / “I didn’t like it.” 
• Bom – “Good”
• Ruim – “Bad”
• Bem – “Well” 
• Mal – “Badly”

D- Being polite

Learning some basic etiquette rules can make a big difference in how you’re received when approaching people during your travels. Being polite to a friend, a host, or a stranger shows them that you care to interact properly according to local customs—and this might make them more open to helping you.

• Obrigado. (male) / Obrigada. (female) – “Thank you.”
• Often, people simply say desculpa , which is informal.  
• This is a less common and more formal expression.
• Com licença. – “Excuse me.”
• Por favor. – “Please.”
• Prazer em conhecê-lo. (male) / Prazer em conhecê-la. (female) – “Pleased to meet you.”

Finally, here’s a bonus phrase you’ll definitely need when traveling in a Portuguese-speaking country:

• Você pode tirar uma foto minha, por favor? – “Would you please take a picture of me?”

2. Portuguese Travel Phrases for Transportation

Whether you depend on taxis, subways, trains, or buses for transportation , you can count on the following phrases:

A- Taxi, please!

• Vamos para a [Avenida Presidente Vargas], por favor. – “We are heading to [Presidente Vargas Avenue] please.”
• Você aceita cartão de crédito? – “Do you accept credit card?”
• Você pode esperar um minuto, por favor? – “Could you hold on for a minute, please?”
• Vamos fazer uma parada em outro lugar antes. – “We’re making a stop-by in another place first.”
• Aqui está bom. – “Here is fine.”

Taxis are often an expensive form of transportation in Brazil, though the recent diffusion of ride apps has pushed fare prices down in the last couple of years.  

B- Traveling by bus

A mere bus can take you to so many places…

• Pode me avisar quando estiver perto do [Parque do Ibirapuera]? – “Would you let me know when we get close to [Ibirapuera Park]?”
• Em que ponto eu desço para chegar no [ Elevador Lacerda ]? – “Where should I get off to get to [Lacerda Elevator]?”
• Quero visitar o [MASP]. Quanto tempo demora até lá? – “I’d like to visit [MASP]. How long does it take until we reach it?”
• Você tem troco para vinte reais? – “May I have change for twenty reais?”
• Este ônibus vai até a estação de metrô/estação de trem? – “Does this bus get to the subway/train station?”
• Até que horas este ônibus funciona? – “When does this bus stop?”

The bus is the most common form of public transportation in Brazilian cities and between municipalities. Commercial flights are not an affordable option for long-distance travel for most of the country’s population.

Some cities offer air-conditioned buses, and some places also have vans and microbuses for public transportation, which are called micro-ônibus or peruas .

C- Riding the train

• Onde eu posso comprar o bilhete? – “Where can I buy a ticket?”
• Eu vou querer dois bilhetes, por favor. – “Two tickets, please.”
• A que horas passa o ultimo trem? – “When does the last train arrive?”
• De que lado fica a saída para a rua [Domingos de Moraes]? – “How can I get from here to [Domingos de Moraes] street?”
• Onde fica o mapa das linhas do metrô? – “Where is the map of the subway lines?”
• Esta é a linha verde do metrô? – “Is this the green subway line?”
• Esta é a plataforma correta para ir até [o Flamengo]? – “Is this the right platform to [Flamengo]?”

Trains in Brazil are reserved for urban and freight transportation only. The railways were a popular long-distance transport decades ago, before cars became popular in the country.

3. Portuguese Travel Phrases for Shopping

So many options to choose from, so many phrases to learn… Don’t panic, let’s be practical.

Our social interactions while shopping tend to be brief and no-nonsense, so an elaborate vocabulary isn’t necessary to get what you need. For example: If you spot a nice fruit , you can point at it, ask for the price using gestures, and finish the purchase. Or, if shopping online , you could use a digital translator.

On the other hand, it might not always turn out this way. Buying a gift for a friend in a foreign country, for instance, could be confusing. It’s not always easy to explain your interests or to formulate questions to a native speaker.  

Here are just a few survival phrases in Portuguese for making the most of your trip to the store or mall: 

• Quanto custa isto? – “How much does it cost?”
• Qual peça você recomenda? – “What piece/item do you recommend?”
• Qual é a lembrança mais popular da loja? – “What is this store’s most popular souvenir?”
• Vocês aceitam pagamento por PayPal? – “Can I use PayPal for payment?”
• O preço está em reais ou em dólares? – “Is the pricing in reais or in dollars?”
• Você tem esta camiseta em tamanho médio? – “Does this T-shirt come in medium size?”
• Será que este item chega até terça-feira? – “Might this item be in stock by Tuesday?”

4. Portuguese Travel Phrases for Restaurants

The most common activity we can all relate to? Eating. Whether you’re ordering food or asking your waiter/waitress a question, this basic Portuguese travel phrases list for restaurants has got you covered. 

• Uma mesa para quatro, por favor. – “Table for four, please.”
• Posso ver o menu, por favor? – “May I see the menu, please?”
• Água, por favor. – “Water, please.”
• Uma cerveja, por favor. – “Beer, please.”
• Um copo de suco de laranja, por favor. – “A glass of orange juice, please.”
• Vocês têm opções vegetarianas/veganas? – “Do you have vegetarian/vegan options?”
• A sobremesa está inclusa? – “Does it include the dessert?”
• Sou alérgico a glúten. (male) / Sou alérgica a glúten. (female) – “I am allergic to gluten.”
• Garçom! – “Waiter!”
• Garçonete! – “Waitress!”
• Pode dividir a conta em dois? – “Would you split the bill?”
• Está delicioso! – “It’s delicious!”
• Como se chama este prato? – “What do you call this dish?”
• Não acredito que isso é peixe… – “I can’t believe it’s fish…”

5. Asking for and Giving Directions

How can I get to Christ, the Redeemer?

Some of the most important Portuguese phrases for travelers are those used to ask for and give directions. Finding yourself lost with no means of communication never makes for a nice vacation or business trip! 

• Onde fica o banheiro? – “Where is the toilet?”
• A estação [Santa Cruz] fica aqui perto? – “Is [Santa Cruz] station nearby?”
• Onde fica a estação de metrô mais próxima? – “Where is the nearest metro station?”
• Pode me dizer para que lado é o Jardim Botânico ? – “Could you tell me which way to Jardim Botânico?”
• Como eu faço para chegar ao [Cristo Redentor]? – “How can I get to [Christ, the Redeemer]?”
• Vire à direita. – “Turn right.”
• Vire à esquerda. – “Turn left.”
• Siga em frente. – “Go ahead.”
• Siga reto. – “Go straight.”
• Atravesse a rua. – “Cross the street.”
• Para o outro lado – “To the other side”

6. Emergencies

To get help, one must learn to ask for it.

Travels are full of discoveries and opportunities for adventure. Of course, there’s always room for unexpected events…some of which might not be pleasant. Here are some crucial Portuguese basics for travel to help you out in an emergency: 

• Ajuda, por favor! – “Help, please!”
• Você pode me ajudar? – “Can you help me?”
• Chame uma ambulância. – “Call an ambulance.”
• Chame a polícia. – “Call the police.”
• Chame os bombeiros. – “Call the firemen.”
• Tem algum médico aqui? – “Is there a doctor around here?”
• Perdi meu passaporte. – “I lost my passport.”
• Roubaram minha carteira. – “Someone stole my wallet.”

The most useful emergency numbers for travelers in Brazil are:

Police: Call 190 to report emergencies, and 197 to make inquiries and give information to the police.

Medical ambulance: Medical emergencies can be reported through calls to 192.

Fire service: Call 193.

Don’t forget to read our vocabulary list for useful phone call phrases , so you can act correctly on the spot if needed. Also, check the emergency phone numbers in Portugal and Angola .

7. Flattery Phrases

Embrace the confetti and throw some of it too: it makes people happier.

Flattery often pays off for tourists and foreigners. Pick people from any culture you want: they’ll most likely react in a positive way to flattery, especially if it’s genuine. To use a Brazilian expression for this universal vanity: Everyone likes to get some confetti thrown at them.

So, basic Portuguese travel phrases for flattery might open doors and build bridges between people! You can use them at the gym , during a meeting with friends, on a date , or in other contexts. Just use them at your discretion.

• As pessoas no Brasil são muito gentis. – “People in Brazil are very kind.”
• Eu adoro os brasileiros. – “I love Brazilians.”
• Eu gosto muito da comida portuguesa. – “I like Portuguese food very much.”
• Eu amo Angola. – “I love Angola.”
• Eu amo o seu país. – “I love your country.”
• Quero ser seu amigo. (male) / amiga. (female) Você tem Instagram? – “I want to be your friend. Do you use Instagram?”
• Eu quero morar aqui. – “I want to live here.”
• Você é lindo! (male) / Você é linda! (female) – “You are pretty!”

8. Useful Phrases to Go Through Language Problems

One common error that learners of a foreign language make is “overthinking” instead of talking intuitively, because they want to speak everything perfectly. This pretension might be an obstacle to developing oral fluency .

Sometimes, just learning the phrases isn’t enough and we need to ask native speakers for help. But why not at least do it correctly and in the foreign language? This self-improving and humble attitude is very constructive toward a speedier learning process.

• Você fala inglês? – “Can you speak English?”
• Não estou te entendendo. – “I don’t understand you.”
• Pode repetir? – “Can you repeat?”
• Fale mais devagar, por favor. – “Please speak slowly.”
• Você pode escrever, por favor? – “Would you write it down, please?”
• Como se lê isto? – “How do you read this?”
• Você pode soletrar para mim? – “Could you spell it out for me?”
• Eu não falo português muito bem. – “I don’t speak Portuguese very well.”
• Eu não falo nada de português. – “I don’t speak Portuguese at all.”

9. Conclusion

In this article, you learned a lot of basic Portuguese travel phrases that will keep you busy for some time and hopefully provide you with good cultural insight. The best part is that you have access to these expressions for free—all it takes is a few clicks or taps on your computer or cellphone. 

It’s a good idea to write down these expressions and practice them often. Indeed, reading and understanding content is nice, but active learning is the best way to build complex knowledge.

Are there any travel phrases you would still like to know or a situation we didn’t cover? Let us know in the comments, and we’ll get back to you! 

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Basic Portuguese Phrases for Travel

by Violeta Matei

Last Updated on: 1st September 2023, 06:51 pm

Learning a few basic Portuguese phrases for travel can take you a long way when it comes to interacting with locals and making the most out of your Portugal trips. Even a simple obrigada or obrigado can put a smile on your interlocutor’s face. That’s “thank you” in Portuguese , so you know. Hopefully, this handy Portuguese travel phrases guide with pronunciation will help you find your way around Portugal and enjoy your time to the full.

A guide to useful Portuguese phrases for travel should include greetings, essential getting around questions, phrases for getting attention, basic dining-related phrases, healthcare related phrases, and most common Portuguese phrases to flirt. Let’s take these categories of words and phrases one by one.

Main Topics of Basic Portuguese Phrases for Travel

Brief Overview of Portuguese Language

Good morning – bom dia, good afternoon – boa tarde, good night – boa noite, hello – olã¡, good bye – adeus, how are you – como estãs, please – por favor, obrigado / obrigada – thank you, you’re welcome – de nada, cheers – saãºde, yes & no – sim & nã£o, other basic portuguese phrases for travel.

Portuguese belongs to the Romance group of languages, together with French, Italian, Spanish, and Romanian.

Portuguese is the ninth most spoken language worldwide, with about 234 million speakers. Portugal counts only 10 million people , but Portuguese is also spoken in Brazil and in several countries in Africa (that once were Portuguese colonies).

This means you’ll be able to make use of your basic Portuguese phrases when you travel to any of these countries. Speakers of European and Brazilian Portuguese can understand each other, even though the pronunciation of many words and letters differs from one language to the other.

Basic Greetings in Portuguese

Let’s see how to greet and how to say hello, how are you, good morning, good afternoon, or have a nice day in European Portuguese.

Bom means Good and Dia means Day. You’ll use Bom Dia a lot in Portugal, so make sure you do learn the correct pronunciation.

When you say “bom” you shouldn’t close your lips on the “m.” Check out the following YouTube video to hear it and to practise your pronunciation:

You’ll want to use this greeting before asking for your morning coffee with Pasteis de Nata . If you are like me, you’ll repeat it daily, multiple times per day.

In the second part of the day you may want to drop the Bom Dia and use Boa Tarde (good afternoon) instead. Nonetheless, I think “bom dia” also works.

Here’s the European Portuguese pronunciation of Boa Tarde:

Boa Noite means Good Night or Good Evening. You can use it as a greeting after 6pm. It also has the meaning of “good bye.” Here’s how you pronounce it correctly:

This one is easy. You can use it instead of bom dia or boa tarde. If you don’t remember the right pronunciation of these other Portuguese greetings, use Olá. You won’t go wrong!

If you wave your hand and say bye, most people would understand you. However, if you want to use your Portuguese knowledge, you can say adeus .

There are many ways to answer to “how are you” in Portuguese. If you don’t want to repeat yourself, try to learn at least two or three of these Portuguese phrases.

The easiest answer is “tudo bem,” which means “everything is good.” The pronunciation is tricky, so make sure you listen to it in the following video:

Please is another work you’ll use a lot during your trip to Portugal. It is an easy one, so you’ll surely remember how to pronounce it.

You can always say “thank you” in English, but keep in mind that the Portuguese version could take you a longer way when it comes to making friends with people. Click here to read my article about this Portuguese phrase and the correct way to use it by gender and number.

“De nada” is the typical answer to obrigado / obrigada and it literally means “for nothing.”

Whenever you enjoy a drink with locals, the time will come when you want to say “cheers!” The Portuguese for cheers is saúde , which means health . In Portugal, as in many other countries worldwide, you say it before starting drinking.

Sim means Yes. When you want to give an affirmative answer to a closed question, you can either use the verb or simply say sim .

When your answer is negative, the only thing to say is não .

• Onde está a parada de autocarro? – “Where is the bus stop?”
• Onde está a estação de comboios? – Where is the railway station?
• Qual é o seu nome? – “What is your name?”
• Tenho uma reserva – I have a reservation.
• Um café, por favor! – A coffee, please!
• Uma cerveja, por favor – A beer, please!
• Agua – water
• Vinho – wine
• A conta, por favor – The bill, please!
• Quanto custa? – How much does this cost?
• Onde fica a casa de banho? – Where is the bathroom?
• Não entendo – I don’t understand
• Desculpe, não falo português – Sorry, I don’t speak Portuguese
• É uma emergência – It is an emergency
• Posso usar o seu telefone? – May I use your phone?
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• Expressions to go shopping and even negotiate that tourist price you will be charged.
• How to ask where things and places are. For example: “Where is the restroom?” Always useful to know this one.
• Questions that will be useful when figuring out your way around and on the bus.
• Phrases and questions that are useful when you do not speak a lot of Portuguese: “Do you speak English?”, “Can you repeat?”, “What is …?”, “How do you say…?”

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How to Say “Enjoy your Trip” in Different Ways: Formal and Informal

Going on a trip is an exciting and fulfilling experience. Whether you’re traveling for leisure or business, expressing well wishes to someone embarking on a journey is a thoughtful gesture. There are various ways to convey the sentiment “enjoy your trip” both formally and informally. In this guide, we will explore different expressions, offering tips and examples to help you communicate your good wishes effectively.

Formal Expressions

When addressing someone in a formal setting or with whom you share a professional relationship, it is important to use polite and respectful language. Here are some formal ways to say “enjoy your trip”:

• Have a wonderful trip! This phrase is a classic and versatile choice. It conveys warm wishes while remaining formal.
• Wishing you a pleasant journey! This expression emphasizes the idea of a smooth and enjoyable trip.
• May your trip be filled with joy and memorable experiences! This longer phrase conveys genuine excitement and positivity.
• Enjoy your travels! This concise expression is widely used and appropriate in most formal situations.

To make these expressions even more impactful, consider adding the person’s name or a personalized sentence. For example:

Mr. Johnson, have a wonderful trip filled with successful business meetings and enjoyable leisure activities!

Informal Expressions

When communicating with friends, family, or close acquaintances, you can express your well wishes more casually. Here are some informal ways to say “enjoy your trip”:

• Have a blast on your trip! This expression conveys excitement and encourages the person to have loads of fun.
• Enjoy every moment of your journey! This phrase encourages the person to fully embrace and savor their travel experiences.
• Make unforgettable memories on your trip! This expression emphasizes the importance of creating lasting impressions during the journey.
• Wishing you an epic adventure! This phrase conveys a sense of excitement and anticipation for the person’s upcoming trip.

When using these informal expressions, feel free to add a touch of humor or personal anecdotes to make the message more heartfelt. For example:

Hey Sarah, have a blast on your trip! Don’t forget to bring back some souvenirs, especially if you stumble upon any quirky llama merchandise! Safe travels!

Regional Variations

While expressing good wishes for a trip varies more in terms of formality than regional differences, there are a few unique expressions worth mentioning:

• Bon voyage! This French phrase is widely understood and used to wish someone a good journey. It adds an elegant touch, particularly in formal settings.
• Gute Reise! In German, this phrase translates to “good trip.” It’s a straightforward and widely recognized way to send well wishes.
• Buon viaggio! In Italian, this expression conveys the same meaning. It can be used formally or informally, depending on the situation.

Remember, regional variations should only be considered if relevant or if you’re aware that the recipient understands and appreciates the particular language or culture.

Now armed with a variety of ways to say “enjoy your trip,” you can effectively convey your good wishes to others in both formal and informal settings. Whether it’s a business associate or a close friend, your thoughtful expression will undoubtedly enhance their journey. Remember to personalize your message and, whenever possible, make it specific to the recipient’s situation. Safe travels and bon voyage!

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Planning a Trip to Portugal: Your Easy 11-Step Checklist

Traveling to Portugal for the first time and want to make sure that you’re planning the perfect trip?

After living in Lisbon as American ex-pats, we have lots of tips (spread across dozens of blog posts and counting) for planning a trip to Portugal!

We’ve compiled this simple checklist for planning your first trip to Portugal with the hope that it will help you fall in love with traveling the country as much as we have–and with any luck, you’ll have the chance to return again and again.

Here’s what to know about planning a trip to Portugal, organized with an easy-to-use checklist that will help you book your Portuguese vacation in no time!

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Your 11-Step Checklist for Planning a Trip to Portugal

Step 1: check visa requirements for visiting portugal..

Based on the geographic readership of Our Escape Clause, the odds are that the vast majority of you will not need a visa to visit Portugal for up to 90 days for tourism purposes.

This includes citizens of the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, and of course, anyone from an EU member state.

Portugal is part of the Schengen Zone, and therefore, anyone who needs a Schengen Visa to visit the area will need one to visit Portugal.

In the future,  the ETIAS system –essentially an e-visa procured by filling out paperwork online before traveling–will come into effect for the Schengen Area.

After multiple delays, is currently slated to begin sometime in 2025.

It’s best to always confirm visa requirements through official sources before traveling!

Step 2: Book your flights to Portugal!

When shopping for flights to Portugal, you’ll no doubt notice that Lisbon has–by far–the biggest international airport in the country.

Technically called the Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), though I’ve never heard anyone refer to it that way outside of official signs, it’s the most likely first stop in Portugal for travelers coming from outside of Europe.

The Porto Airport (OPO, or Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport) also services a fair number of flights from outside the continent, and the number of international flights has been increasing over the years.

If you’re visiting Portugal as part of a multi-country Europe trip and are arriving from within the continent, the Faro Airport (FAO, or Gago Coutinho Airport) may also be worth checking out–especially if you’re looking at budget carriers.

Planning to visit another destination before or after Portugal?

Be sure to check if the TAP Air Portugal Stopover program , which allows you to build a 1-10 day Portugal “layover” into a flight to a different destination, is right for you!

We actually took advantage of the program on our own first trip to Portugal several years ago and used it to add 4 days in Lisbon to our originally planned trip from the USA to Paris .

Step 3: Narrow down your Portugal itinerary.

This might be both the most fun  and  most stressful part of planning a trip to Portugal: finalizing where exactly you’re going to go!

Our recommended 10-day Portugal itinerary systematically covers the top places to visit in Portugal (Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, the Douro Valley, and the Algarve), but ultimately, the sky’s the limit!

And, while you can easily extend that itinerary by simply adding more days to each destination (they all deserve it), there are also dozens of other options that might call your attention!

For less-crowded beach towns, head to the eastern edge of the Algarve (Tavira has lots to offer), or check out towns on the Silver Coast between Lisbon and Porto like Peniche (don’t miss the Berlengas Islands!), Averio, Ericeira, and Nazaré.

If wine, ossuaries, and underrated cities are your vibe, consider checking out Évora .

Love city-hopping? Portugal’s third city, Coimbra, is an ancient university town with lots to uncover.

Are monasteries your thing? If so, don’t miss the UNESCO-recognized monasteries of Alcobaça, Batalha, and Tomar (if you head this way, the walled town of Óbidos  is another must-see in the area).

Want to get far off the beaten path? Consider a visit to Peneda-Gerês National Park or to Monsanto , which is not only historic, beautiful, and uncrowded, but served as a House of the Dragon filming location.

… And of course, not only do these options barely scratch the surface, but they’re all located on mainland Portugal.

With enough time, you can stretch your itinerary even further afield with visits to Madiera and/or the Azores Islands, though each of them offers enough to do that they can also be standalone trips in their own right.

Step 4: Finalize your Portugal travel budget.

Now that you know exactly when your Portugal vacation is happening, how much your airfare was, and the kinds of things you want to do there, it’s time to finalize your Portugal travel budget!

We recommend taking the total amount you hope to spend during your first time in Portugal, subtracting any splurges or major expenses you know are coming (a pricey tour, some souvenir shopping , etc), and then dividing the remaining amount by the number of days you’ll be exploring the country.

Just like that, you have your daily budget for traveling in Portugal, or the amount of money you should try to stay under each day when you add up what you spend on food, activities, and intra-city transportation.

We detail this strategy more thoroughly in  our travel budgeting guide , and we’ve been using the same simple method for more than a decade!

Step 5: Book some activities in advance.

Hoping to enjoy some incredibly memorable tours and experiences in Portugal?

If so, be sure to book them in advance–and the more popular they are, the earlier you’ll want to book (especially if you’re traveling during the summer).

This is especially true for day trips like Sintra ( this Sintra day trip is one of the most popular day tours in the country), as well as attractions like the Jerónimos Monastery .

Sintra is, without a doubt, one of the most important places in Portugal to plan ahead for, whether you hope to visit on a guided day trip or simply by pre-booking tickets to places like Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira in advance.

( Our detailed guide to visiting Sintra can help you plan that experience in detail.)

Some other experiences we have loved in Portugal include this delicious food tour (perfect for learning about Portuguese cuisine at the beginning of your trip), as well as a sunset cruise on the Tagus .

If you’d like to visit the Douro Valley but don’t want to drive there (too much port to enjoy!), pre-booking a day trip from Porto is also an excellent idea.

Step 6: Decide where to stay in Portugal and book your accommodation.

Now that you have the backbone of your vacation sketched out, it’s time to decide where to stay in Portugal!

We have specific recommendations for where to stay in posts about each destination we’ve written about (like this blog post about Lisbon and this one about Porto ), but overall, our general recommendation is to search for well-reviewed and centrally located properties within walking distance of some attractions.

These days, we book virtually all of our hotels and apartments in Portugal (and beyond) through Booking.com .

We typically aim for staying somewhere with an 8.0 rating or better, though that can vary a bit depending on the season, availability, how many hotels are in the area, etc.

A couple of hotels that we have particularly enjoyed throughout our travels in Portugal include Tivoli Lagos in the Algarve and NH Porto Hotel Batalha .

Step 7: Learn a little bit of (European) Portuguese.

As you’re planning your trip to Portugal, be sure to take the time to learn a little bit of Portuguese before you go!

Is it entirely necessary?

No, but it will be very appreciated!

(And whatever you do, definitely don’t speak to a Portuguese person in Spanish because it’s “the same” unless you want them to potentially tell you all about how it is very much not the same!).

For English speakers, Portuguese spelling and pronunciation don’t necessarily always match up in an intuitive way, but preparing a few phrases in advance (and maybe bringing along a phrasebook like this ) can help.

Keep in mind that many online resources teach Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation, which is a bit different from European Portuguese.

For a few phrases on a short trip, it’ll do in a pinch, but seek out specifically European resources if you can.

Here are a few phrases to add to your arsenal:

Basic Portuguese Phrases to Learn When Planning a Trip to Portugal

Bom dia. — Good day.

Boa noite. — Good evening.

Adeus or Tchau (Pronounced like “ciao”.) . — Goodbye.

Por favor. — Please.

Obrigado (if a male is speaking) or Obrigada (if a female is speaking). — Thank you.

De nada. — You’re welcome.

Fala inglês? — Do you speak English?

Step 8: Make a packing list for Portugal (and shop!).

Generally speaking, packing for Portugal is fairly simple: a standard Europe packing list will cover most of what you need (here are our suggestions for spring , summer , fall , and winter ).

However, you’ll definitely want to pay close attention to your footwear.

Not only does a typical Portugal vacation involve climbing lots of hills (both Lisbon and Porto are full of them!), but it’s also a bit hard on your feet in other ways.

The distinctive Portuguese pavement (or  calçada portuguesa ) that you’ll see throughout the country offers its challenges: these walkways are both beautiful and a bit of a hazard in the rain.

They’re  incredibly  slippery when wet, especially if they happen to have fallen leaves sitting on them.

Watch your step, especially on hills, and opt for shoes with some grip on them!

Here are a few other useful odds and ends to add to your Portugal packing list:

Travel Adaptors for France  — If you’re coming from outside of Europe, you’ll definitely need adaptors for your electronics–don’t forget to add buying these to your to-do list for planning your trip to Portugal!

Comfortable Day Bag  — We currently use  Pacsafe’s sleek anti-theft backpack  and love it, but if you don’t want to shell out the cash for this trip, that’s totally understandable.

Just aim for something comfortable to wear, not flashy, and medium-sized–we used a  Northface Jester backpack  for years and loved it as well.

Reusable Water Bottle  — Save both money and plastic during your trip to Portugal and add a reusable water bottle to your packing list!

I love this metal one , and you’ll be glad to have it on you after snacking on the pastéis de nata  that you’ll undoubtedly pick up on the go!

Sea Bands  &  Non-Drowsy Dramamine  — If you’re planning to hit the water during your trip to Portugal and are prone to motion sickness like me, I strongly recommend adding Sea Bands to your packing list.

I use them on all boats and the occasional bus, and if things get really bad, take some Non-Drowsy Dramamine as well.

You don’t want to miss out on the joys of boating around the coast or rivers due to seasickness!

Step 9: Purchase travel insurance for your Portugal vacation.

Don’t forget to  purchase travel insurance  before jetting off to Portugal! While Portugal is generally a perfectly safe place to visit, traveling, in general, opens you up to vulnerabilities that you simply don’t have at home.

If you miss a plane or train, have your luggage get lost, get pickpocketed, or worse, get injured, you’ll be glad that you have insurance.

Given how inexpensive travel insurance is when purchased in advance (especially as compared to the price of plane tickets to Portugal!), it’s well worth the investment.

Check travel insurance policy inclusions and prices for your trip here.

Step 10: Make an arrival plan.

This part of planning a trip to Portugal is as simple as it is important: make an arrival plan.

When you arrive in (most likely) Lisbon or Porto, you’re undoubtedly going to be exhausted, overwhelmed, and probably a bit jetlagged, too!

No matter how many times we arrive in a new place, it never stops being a tiny bit stressful, simply because there are a lot of variables at play in the first few hours of arriving somewhere new.

Make life easier on yourself by thinking ahead: when working on your plan for traveling to Portugal for the first time, figure out what your exact steps will be after the plane lands.

That means exactly how far away your hotel is, how you’ll get there from the airport (metro, taxi, airport transfer?), and if you’ll be traveling by taxi, what a reasonable price is.

Unlike some European cities, neither Lisbon nor Porto have regulated flat taxi fares from the airport, so you’ll likely need to negotiate (15 Euro or so is generally a solid rate in Lisbon).

Technically, taxis are expected to always use the meter–but traveling from the airport to the city center is often an exception to that rule when on the ground.

Though it’s not strictly necessary or the most budget-friendly option, if you’d like to make arriving in Portugal very easy for yourself, consider treating yourself to a private airport transfer when you arrive!

Here are well-reviewed airport transfer services for Lisbon , Porto , and Faro .

Book your airport transfer in Portugal today!

Step 11: Enjoy an amazing trip to Portugal!

Once you’ve done the planning… it’s time for the fun part!

Enjoy every step of your first trip to Portugal, from the confusing parts to the magical ones–and yes, both will probably end up with a prominent place in your memories.

I vividly remember arriving in Portugal for the first time, jet-lagged, exhausted, and fresh into Lisbon off of a red-eye from New York City.

We were bleary-eyed and uncertain when getting a taxi from the airport and dropping off our luggage… but shortly thereafter grabbed a coffee at Fabrica da Nata (a place that would become a regular stop of ours in later years) before enjoying a Campo de Ourique food tour on our first morning in the country.

The thrill of enjoying a sunset cruise on the Tagus , taking a day trip to Sintra for the first of many times, tasting our first pastel de nata, and meandering the streets of Alfama left quite an impression on us: only a few years after our very first trip to Portugal, we moved to Lisbon for a beautiful, sun-soaked year.

I can’t guarantee that every first trip to Portugal will be quite as life-changing–but I can’t guarantee that it won’t, either.

Read More About Visiting Portugal

Excited to be planning your first trip to Portugal and want to keep reading?

We’d be thrilled to help!

You can  browse our dozens of Portugal blog posts here , or check out these guides:

• 33+ Important Tips for Visiting Lisbon for the First Time
• Portugal in Winter: Best Things to Do + Tips (What You Need to Know!)
• 15 Best Things to Do in Belém, Lisbon (+ Itinerary)
• 10 Exciting Portugal Road Trip Itinerary Ideas (+ Tips!)
• Adorable Amarante, Portugal: Things to Do + Travel Guide

About Kate Storm

In May 2016, I left my suburban life in the USA and became a full-time traveler. Since then, I have visited 50+ countries on 5 continents and lived in Portugal, developing a special love of traveling in Europe (especially Italy) along the way. Today, along with my husband Jeremy and dog Ranger, I’m working toward my eventual goal of splitting my life between Europe and the USA.

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Translation of "enjoy!" into Portuguese

bom proveito! is the translation of "enjoy!" into Portuguese. Sample translated sentence: And if she's your kind of lady, you can bloody well enjoy her! ↔ Se ela é o teu tipo de senhora, faz bom proveito!

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Bom proveito.

And if she's your kind of lady, you can bloody well enjoy her!

Se ela é o teu tipo de senhora, faz bom proveito !

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Automatic translations of " enjoy! " into Portuguese

Phrases similar to "enjoy" with translations into portuguese.

• did you enjoy the film? gostou do filme?
• are you enjoying it? está gostando?
• enjoy yourself divertir-se
• to enjoy apreciar · aproveitar · curtir · desfrutar · divertir-se · fruir · gostar · gozar · saborear · usufruir · usufruir de · viver
• enjoy your trip aproveite a viagem · boa viagem
• enjoy your meal bom apetite · bom proveito
• Enjoy the Silence Enjoy the Silence
• enjoy yourselves! divirtam-se!

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The Ultimate Portugal Road Trip: 2 Weeks in Portugal

by Drifter Planet | Nov 18, 2023 | Most Popular Blog Posts , Portugal

After five different visits to Portugal (one being a road trip), I have finally decided to pen down this post. Here’s all the information you need for the best 2 weeks in Portugal.

My first Portugal trip was in 2016 and it was love at first sight when I arrived in Lisbon . That time Portugal felt like a warm sip of a comforting caffeinated drink on a cold winter day. I did visit 4 more times after that and each time was special.

Starting Point for 2 Weeks in Portugal

Our road trip to Portugal actually started in Germany because we drove with our campervan from home. We crossed France, and Spain and then entered Portugal. We arrived in the North of Portugal near Coimbra .

I understand that not many will actually drive from their own country for a road trip in Portugal, but instead fly and rent a car .

For the sake of this itinerary, I suggest you fly to Faro , the south of Portugal. Faro is the gateway to the Algarve so you can start your trip with stunning beaches before you gradually make your way to the North. Another option would be to fly to Porto , the north of Portugal, and then make your way to the south.

At both Faro and Porto airports, you will find car rental booths but I always recommend you book a rental car in advance so that there are no last-minute surprises. For your 2-week Portugal itinerary, you could also fly to Lisbon, but then you have to do your road trip in a circle.

Keep in mind that Portugal is a small country, so a drive from Lisbon to Porto will just take 3 hours, or also Lisbon to Faro

Portugal Road Trip Itinerary + Map

Table of contents.

If you see the map of Portugal, you will notice that the country’s shape is a bit like a long rectangle. So it makes it a perfect country for a road trip starting from the top end of the rectangle to the bottom (or vice versa).

That’s exactly how I have made this itinerary. You can start from the bottom or top, it depends on how you want to do it.

Faro, Algarve – 1 Day (Optional)

Our first stop on this road trip is Faro. If you have read my Algarve road trip post , then you know by now that Faro is the perfect place to start a road trip.

I’m in love with the Algarve. The beaches are sandy, the weather is pleasant, the rock formation is super stunning, and as a result, there are multiple viewpoints. Moreover, you can hike from one beach to another in many parts of the Algarve and that’s what makes the experience even more special.

You will land in Faro, pick up your rental car, and drive on the scenic route to explore the Algarve. It is up to you whether you want to stay in Faro for your first day, or just drive further to Carvoeiro (our next stop).

I have stayed the night in Faro on two occasions and I enjoyed this tiny city with a historical center. Everything in Faro is so close to each other. You can easily walk from anywhere in Faro to the marina and the old town.

I booked a place to stay near the train station the first time I was here but decided to stay right next to the marina on the second visit.

If you do decide to stay in Faro for a night, then the right place for you to spend your evening is the marina, and Cidade Velha (the old town). See the city walls in Vila Adentro.

Walk around in Cidade Velha and pick a restaurant with outdoor seating for dinner. I ate in Taberna Modesto in the old town and had a lovely meal. Sleep and rejuvenate after dinner to drive to the beautiful beaches of the Algarve the next day.

Carvoeiro, Algarve – 2-3 days

Wondering what’s the best place to visit in the Algarve? It is Carvoeiro.

The most famous spots of the Algarve are easy to access from Carvoeiro. I’m talking about the legendary Marinha Beach and Benagil Cave .

Carvoeiro is the reason why I went back to the Algarve within just 11 months instead of picking a new destination. There are beaches, caves, and stunning hikes.

Here’s what you can do in Carvoeiro for your 3 days here.

Vale de Centeanes Beach

Carvoeiro has a few beaches but the best one is Vale de Centeanes. Since you are in Carvoeiro for just three days, make the most of your time by relaxing on Vale de Centeanes.

Unlike Praia do Carvoeiro (the main beach close to Carvoeiro town center), Vale de Centeanes doesn’t get as crowded. We stayed very close to this beach at Rocha Brava Village Resort so we just walked and reached this beach.

There is a small bar/restaurant at Vale de Centeanes at the entry point. I suggest you walk a little further from there till the time you find the arch of a cave. Sit here because the water is cleaner next to it for a swim.

Algar Seco (Sunset)

This is unmissable. If you arrive late in Carvoeiro, then skip the beach and just go for a walk to Algar Seco Caves.

There is an entire Carvoeiro Boardwalk that one can do, but for that, you need more time. The best part is the Algar Seco caves. Halfway on the Carvoeiro Boardwalk, you will find a sign for “A Boneca”. That’s a beautiful cave and there’s also a restaurant with the same name.

The entry for “A Boneca” cave is through the restaurant. Go inside “A Boneca” and see a magical sunset. There are two holes, that look like the eyes.

This cave is tiny so I suggest you be mindful of other visitors and leave when you are done admiring this pretty spot so that the queues don’t build up behind you.

There are more caves all around and the rock formations reminded me a little of Cappadocia. Walk around here and admire the beauty. Find a nice spot to sit on one of the rocks and see the beauty of the golden hour.

Benagil Cave

Your second day in Portugal (if you didn’t stay overnight in Faro) will start with a visit to Benagil Cave. It is a hidden beach inside a cave with a hole on top that filters the natural light.

I have visited the Benagil Cave twice. It is a stunning cave that has become very popular on Instagram. The only way to enjoy it is by getting to it by 9 am. So wake up early and arrive at Benagil village by taxi from your hotel at 8:45 am.

The only way to reach Benagil Cave is by kayaking or paddleboarding. If you haven’t done kayaking or paddleboarding, the easiest way to start is by joining a group tour. They will instruct you and guide you. Otherwise, you can always opt for a boat trip.

There are boat tours that go to the Benagil Cave too but the boats aren’t allowed to stop inside to offload people.

If you want to walk on Benagil Cave beach, then the only way in is by kayaking or paddleboarding. Forget swimming because it isn’t safe because of the rocks. Believe it or not, I did both. I kayaked to the Benagil cave in 2022 and Stand Up Paddleboarded to it in 2023.

You can do a tour like I did, or just rent a kayak or a paddleboard on Benagil beach as soon as you arrive. I did a tour because I wanted to be safe and didn’t want to collide with the rocks. Please read my details post about Benagil Caves here.

Seven Hanging Valleys Trail

The Seven Hanging Valleys trail actually starts from Vale de Centeanes in Carvoeiro to Praia da Marinha . This entire hiking trail is scenic but the best way to do it is to divide it into sections. The most scenic part of the Seven Hanging Valleys trail is from Benagil to Marinha.

After you are done with visiting the Benagil Cave beach, go up on the cliffs to start this hike and go in the direction towards the Marinha beach.

You will also be able to see the Benagil Cave from the hole on the top. It is fenced off but some people jumped the fence. It is dangerous because if you slip, you could seriously injure yourself.

Even though Portugal gets hot in the summer months, this hike is totally doable during the day because there are trees around.

Carry a hat and water. This hiking trail doesn’t have a boardwalk but a path over the rocks that has many viewpoints and each one is special.

We did a section of this hike each day and saw something new. There is a heart in the rocks that’s at the end of this hike right above Praia da Marinha beach near the elephant rock.

We came here to watch the sunset too and it was an amazing experience. Although we couldn’t really see the sun setting because of the direction. This is more of a sunrise spot than a sunset since it is east-facing.

Marinha Beach

Praia da Marinha is the prettiest beach in the Algarve and has won many awards. I won’t go into the details but to deep dive into more info, see my Marinha Beach blog post .

Now that you have arrived at Praia da Marinha, enjoy a swim in the clear and cold waters of this beach. Swim around the arch on the Marinha beach and enjoy the beauty.

Yes, the water here is cold because you’re swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, but it is super refreshing and fun, especially on a hot summer day after the hike.

Marinha Beach has a nice restaurant and bar that’s family-run and has affordable prices. I loved this little restaurant so much that I ate there twice. They also have amazing Sangrias.

We enjoyed Marinha Beach so much that we stayed here for a full day and visited it again the next day. It didn’t feel crowded even though we visited during the summer months.

Where to Stay in Carvoeiro

Rocha Brava Village Resort  – This is where we stayed. It is a stunning resort with amazing villas, and apartments and is close to the beach. The Seven Hanging Valleys trail starts from right here.

Campsites Ferragudo – If you rented a van instead of a car, then it makes more sense to stay in a campsite instead of a resort. It is also called “CCL – Parque de Campismo de Ferragudo”.

Lagos, Algarve – 3 days

Your next stop in the Algarve is Lagos. It is so much better than other destinations like Portimão or Albufeira. Somehow most travelers visit Albufeira and that’s it.

I have suggested 3 days in Lagos for you but I stayed here for a week myself because I fell in love with its easy vibes. If you decide to stay here for a longer duration then see my post with things to do in Lagos which has more activities than what I mention here.

Lagos is just 42 kilometers from Carvoeiro and hence a short drive away. Honestly, if you hate packing and unpacking to move rooms, then it might make more sense for you to stay put in just one of these places.

For me, it made more sense to stay in these places separately so that some things that are done super early (like Benagil Cave) or late (like special sunset hikes) are easier to do when you’re sleeping close by.

Ponta da Piedade (Sunset Hike)

Ponta da Piedade is the best hiking trail in the Algarve, if not the entire Portugal. Unlike the Seven Haning Valleys hike that I mentioned before, this one is a fenced boardwalk so feels safer.

There are multiple viewpoints on this hiking route and there’s usually a gazebo for every nice viewpoint. You don’t have to do this entire hike.

Just go near the Ponta da Piedade lighthouse near the sunset and find a spot to sit on top of the rocks. The sudden drop below you will take your breath away.

We found a nice spot here that overlooked a hidden beach and faced the west, so perfect for seeing the sunset. I was in Lagos for a week and went back to this spot every single evening.

If you want to do the entire Ponta da Piedade hike, you can read my post about it. I did the whole route and split it over a few days. You can hike from one beach to another and it is totally worth it if you have time.

Camilo Beach

There are many beaches in Lagos , but the best one is Praia do Camilo. It is stunning but is tiny. The water is very clear and the sand is perfect. There are arches, rock formations, and also a cave.

Praia do Camilo tends to get crowded because it is so pretty, so the best time to visit it is at 9:30 am right after breakfast. I did that too and it was empty. The beach is divided into two sections and you have to go through a cave to reach the second part.

In order to reach Praia do Camilo, you have to go on the same path that goes to Ponta da Piedade, but just before it is a turn that points to Camilo restaurant. That’s the entryway for Praia do Camilo too.

You have to climb lots of steps to reach this beach, but trust me it is worth it. Unfortunately, it has no wheelchair or pram access. There are many spots to stop and admire the view as you climb down this wide staircase.

I also saw a tiny snack bar at Praia do Camilo, so you can buy your basics. There isn’t any WC here on this beach.

Dona Ana beach

Praia de Dona Ana is a massive beach that’s amazing for a swim. There are nice rock formations here and as a result, there are some shaded areas to sit on a hot summer day.

The first time I visited Dona Ana beach was from a hike from the nearby Pinhão beach, which is super tiny. The first view of Dona Ana beach from up on the rocks took my breath away.

There is a restaurant on Dona Ana beach with a bar. I didn’t go there but my friend did to use the WC. There is also a bus stop right at the entry point of Dona Ana so it is easy to reach with public transportation.

This beach was completely empty at 6 pm because the sun went behind the rocks and the entire beach was covered in shade. I loved the view of it from the top when the sun started going down.

Dona Ana is not far from the old town. Actually, the beaches that are closer to the main town are Praia da Batata and Praia dos Estudantes. You can read more about those beaches in my post about Lagos’ beaches .

Praia do Canavial

If you want to go off the beaten path in Lagos, I suggest you hike to Praia do Canavial. You have to go on the Ponta da Piedade hike and keep going on this trail for a long time to see this beach.

It wasn’t easy to find it but I got lucky and found someone on the hiking trail who just got out of this beach. It was kind of like an adventure to reach here.

This beach is very nice because it is empty. That’s why it is a nudist beach or FKK beach. The sand was a tad pebbly and the rock formations were pretty ok when compared to the other beaches. But the thrill of adventure made this visit memorable.

Lagos Old Town

Yes, Lagos is a beach destination but has an interesting city center. There are old buildings that are covered with Azulejos. The time I visited, there were Jacaranda trees, citrus trees, and bougainvillea all around the old town and everything was blooming and fruiting.

I like that Lagos is a stunning beach destination but also has a historical small-town vibe. This is why I feel that Lagos is an important spot in this Portugal road trip itinerary because it pretty much has everything.

Where to Stay in Lagos

B22 – Rising Sun 2 Bed Flat  – Ideally suited for families and couples who are looking for an apartment with a view. I’d book this in a heartbeat if I was visiting with my husband and my little girl.

Lemon Tree Relaxing Guest House  – Peaceful Place with a garden and a shared kitchen.

Safari Beach Guest House  – Affordable private rooms and dorm beds in a quiet residential area. This is where I stayed and loved it.

Kampaoh Praia da Luz – This is a nice campground and it makes sense to stay here if you have a campervan.

Trindade Guest House and Camping – If you arrive in Lagos on a camper van, then you can consider this place since it has van parking and camping facilities too.

Lisbon and Sintra – 3 days

Ola Lisboa, you are just so beautiful!

I don’t like big cities but I make an exception for Lisbon because it is so pretty. It has loads of history thus one can find historical buildings, churches streets, and structures. Yes, a lot of big European cities have a rich history, but Lisbon has so much more.

Lisbon is built on seven hills and as a result, there are many viewpoints. These are called “ Miradouro ” and there are many. Some of the streets are slanted and you can see the Tagus River from a few of them.

Walking on Lisbon’s narrow streets with pastel houses all around and yellow trams, I felt I was a part of a Wes Anderson movie. Also, make sure to wear the most comfortable pair of shoes that you have because these walks aren’t always so easy. ( Here’s what to wear in Lisbon )

If you are driving to Lisbon, then consider parking your rented car or van at Lisboa Bungalows & Camping , which is a little away from the busy city center . Driving in Portugal’s busy cities is no fun, so avoid it if you can.

There are many things to do here, I recommend you spend at least three days here. You can get yourself a Lisbon card which covers the transport and historical buildings. In case you are planning on spending just a day here, then read my itinerary for spending one day in Lisbon .

It is worth it only if you want to go inside historical buildings. I didn’t get the Lisbon card, but I still managed all right because I didn’t have plans to go inside more than 1-2 historical buildings.

Eat Pastel de Nata

Pastel de Nata is a famous Portuguese egg tart pastry, which was invented in Lisbon by monks to use up leftover eggs. It became popular and the recipe was then sold to Pastéis de Belém. You don’t have to go all the way there but find any random bakery where you eat this amazingly filling snack that makes a good breakfast.

Alfama & Graça

Lisbon is pretty but Alfama is the icing on top. It is Lisbon’s oldest district and is mostly residential. The famous historical Castelo de São Jorge is on one side of Alfama and on the other is the Tagus River.

Walk on Alfama’s narrow streets and get lost in the labyrinth. Watch how the Yellow Tram 28 moves on these slanted streets. A notable old street in Alfama is Rua dos Remédios , which is just for pedestrians. I discover something new each time I walk in Alfama.

There are a bunch of free walking tours in Alfama but you can easily explore this adorable old town on your own at your pace.

Right above Alfama is Graça, which is Lisbon’s highest district. Be prepared to climb to the top of the hill to enter Graça and sit for a drink next to Miradouro da Graça , there’s an open-air cafe/bar here).

Follow Tram 28 Route

Lisbon’s historical trams are cute but tram 28 is special because it goes through Alfama & Graça. It isn’t easy to get on the tram 28 because of crazy long lines but you can just follow its path and photograph it.

Personally, I think standing in a long line would be such a time waste because Lisbon has so many amazing things to do and you can’t just get stuck on to one.

I have been to Portugal five times and still not got on to the tram 28. By the way, Lisbon has red trams too and they move around in Alfama as well.

Castelo de São Jorge

Let’s talk about the most famous historical building of Lisbon, the São Jorge Castle (or St. George’s Castle) which is perched on top of a hill overlooking Alfama. This castle is so old that the first fortification here dates back to the 2nd century BC.

In order to visit the São Jorge Castle, you have to arrive here super early because the queues are longer than you can imagine. If you arrive a bit late, you can forget about entering it and move on to the next place.

If you do manage to get inside Castelo de São Jorge, you will enjoy a panoramic view of Lisbon.

If you don’t want to wait in line and can’t go inside Castelo de São Jorge, just walk a little further and you will arrive at the castle’s church tower – “Torre da Igreja do Castelo de São Jorge”. The line here was non-existent and I paid 5 euros to enter and went up to see the view. I also got a free glass of wine!

Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Portas do Sol

There are two viewpoints in Lisbon right next to each other and are totally worth the visit. Miradouro de Santa Luzia is on a lower level with a beautiful tiled sitting area and magenta bougainvillea growing on the arches on top.

Right above it is Miradouro das Portas do Sol, which is more open and also has an open-air bar, so you can grab a drink here and sit next to the railing to admire the view of Lisbon’s red-roofed buildings and Tagus river.

I suggest you see the sunset at Miradouro de Santa Luzia and then head to Miradouro das Portas do Sol for a few cocktails. Miradouro de Santa Luzia tends to feel more crowded because it is smaller and super pretty. If you can wake up early then come here for a sunrise experience.

Jerónimos Monastery & Belém Tower

Jerónimos Monastery & Belém Tower are historical buildings close to each other. They are a bit far from Alfama and Rossio, so you have to get on an Uber to visit them.

Visit Jerónimos Monastery early because the queues tend to get long. Lisboa Card will get you skip-the-line privileges but it isn’t always possible when things go out of control. This along with the nearby Belém Tower is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Belém Tower is a symbol of the Age of Discoveries and is a lovely landmark. Honestly, you don’t have to enter it to appreciate it but you can admire how it looks from the outside as well.

Rossio Square to Santa Just Lift

No matter where you stay in Lisbon, you will at some point cross the main Rossio Square. It is a big square with geometrical floor tiles, a fountain, and old buildings all around. There is also usually a long queue here for tram 28.

From Rossio, you can walk to Baixa and on to Rua de Santa Justa. This street is pretty and you will see a Neo-Gothic style tower which is a historic elevator building. During the high season in the summer months, the lines are very long and it doesn’t make sense to go up.

Arco da Rua Augusta

From Rossio, walk to Arco da Rua Augusta – the main shopping street of Lisbon which is very busy. It is lined with restaurants and shops. At the end of the street is the Augusta Arc.

You can stop on this street at Fábrica da Nata for Pastel de Nata. There are many touristy restaurants on this street that are overpriced. One place worth visiting is Imprensa Cocktail & Oyster Bar for amazing drinks.

Walk to the Augusta arc and admire it. Beyond it, you will see Praça do Comércio and the Tagus River.

Walk Along the Tagus river

From the Augusta arc, walk along the Tagus River. There are marble sitting structures along the river where you can sit and spend some time. As you walk along the Tagus River, you will see some carts with cocktails for sale.

Time Out Lisboa / Mercado da Ribeira

Walk a little further along the Tagus River and you will see a building with “Mercado da Ribeira” written on it. It is an amazing place for food that was also featured on the “Somebody Feed Phill” show on Netflix.

Mercado da Ribeira also called Time Out Lisboa, is more than just a normal food court. It is a collection of carefully curated eateries with some of the best chefs from all over Lisbon. You will find not only a lot of traditional Portuguese food but also international food.

The middle part of Time Out Lisboa has cocktail bars and we had Aperol Spritzes from here. The all-around these bars were dining tables with shared seating. The atmosphere overall was super casual.

Bairro Alto or Pink Street for Nightlife

Just a few steps from the Time Out Factory is Pink Street. Just like the name, the street is actually pink in color with umbrellas on top. It is where you can start your evening and enjoy a few cocktails.

The main area for nightlife in Lisbon is just a bit ahead of Pink Street – it is Bairro Alto. That’s where a lot of locals and travelers go for a night of party and it sort of reminded me of Bangkok’s Khao San Road.

Where to Stay in Lisbon

If you are driving to Lisbon, then I mentioned Lisboa Bungalows & Camping already. It is a bit away from the busy center.

If you don’t mind driving in Lisbon’s narrow lanes, here are a few places I think you can consider in the old town of Alfama and Graca.

• Olissippo Castelo –  Click here to book ,
• WHome – CSA18 Premium Design Apartment –  Click here to book ,
• Costa do Castelo Terrace –  Click here to book , 
• Lisbon Gambori –  Click Here to Book.

There is much more to do in Lisbon than what I have mentioned above. Even though most of these spots are just 100 – 200 meters away from each other, don’t underestimate the amount of energy you will need to walk in Lisbon. The city is built on hills, thus the streets are sloped and one needs to climb a lot.

There are more things to do here like LX Factory, Live Fado Shows, the Christo Rei statue, and many more viewpoints. See my Lisbon itinerary for more things to do here.

Pena Palace, Sintra

If you parked your car at Lisboa Camping, then Sintra is less than a 30-minute drive away. In that case, you can stay put in the same campground and see Sintra on a day trip from Lisbon.

Sintra has mountains, beaches, small fishing villages, and a technicolor fortress perched on top of a hill – Pena Palace. This UNESCO World Heritage Sita is also one of the seven wonders of Portugal.

The first thing you should do when you arrive in Sintra is to see Pena Palace. The palace itself is stunning and multicolored. It is unlike any building you would ever see. The view from Pena Palace is spectacular because there are mountains all around.

After visiting Pena Place, drive for 25 minutes towards the coast to reach Cascais, which is a beautiful seaside resort town with was earlier a simple fishing village. Take a break and relax on the massive sandy beach of Cascais. Go to Guincho Beach or Praia do Tamariz.

After Lisbon and Pena Palace, you might be bored of historical buildings so a breach break would be good for you. If not, Cascais also has historical buildings – Nossa Senhora da Luz Fort, the Citadel Palace, and Nossa Senhora da Assunção church.

If you are interested in nature, then see Boca do Inferno which means “Hell’s mouth” and is a rock formation. You have to walk along the water on the rocks and go a bit uphill to arrive here. Also, this is the spot from where you will get a nice waterfront view of Cascais.

Cabo da Roca

After seeing Cascais, drive for another 30 minutes to reach Cabo da Roca, which is the westernmost point of Europe. It is a viewpoint on a 140-meter-high cliff that looks out to sea where you can stand and wave at America.

There are many hiking trails that start here. There is also a small cafe with touristy prices. There is a lighthouse here too, Farol do Cabo da Roca.

It can get very windy up here so bring a jacket. If you are lucky, you will also see a musician or two here busking. Cabo da Roca is a part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.

By the way, the parking at Cabo da Roca is free and sometimes there are people who try to scam visitors by asking for a parking fee.

This brings us to the end of Lisbon and Sintra as part of the itinerary. If you want to skip North Portugal, then you can catch a flight to the Azores Islands from Lisbon. Else, get ready for a short drive to the next destination.

Óbidos  – Stop for Sightseeing

The beauty of a road trip in Portugal is that none of the destinations are a long drive away. Everything is so close, so the drive from Sintra to your next top – Nazaré is just 1.5 hours.

Just towards the end of this drive, you will cross a historical small village called Óbidos . This is where you can make a small stop for lunch, coffee, or possibly quick sightseeing. Portugal has many interesting places but there’s something special about visiting the smaller towns.

Óbidos is located on top of a hill with fortified city walls around it. The medieval architecture of this little town is well preserved and that’s why it has been receiving attention recently.

With a medieval castle, old city square, and historic streets, Óbidos has enough that will keep you occupied for a few hours.

Compared to most of the destinations mentioned in this itinerary, Óbidos is tiny. It is one of the beautifully preserved medieval villages of Portugal.

Nazaré – 2 days

On my third visit to Portugal, I asked some of the locals and other travelers about other interesting places to visit in the country and most suggested Nazaré, a surf town on the west coast. So I went back after three months to see Nazaré , and it was my fourth time in Portugal.

Nazaré is world famous, but not because of the beaches but the waves. They are massive here. The highest wave that was ever surfed was recorded in Nazaré and was 26.2 meters high. The record was made by Sebastian Steudtner, a German surfer.

You know one of those small towns with a fun vibe that you visit and get too comfortable to leave? Nazaré is one of them. Here’s what you can do in Nazaré during your visit here.

Praia da Nazaré

Praia da Nazaré is the main beach of Nazare and is massive. It is a nice sandy beach where I enjoyed a swim on a day when the waves were calm. Just like most of the beaches of Portugal, the water here was very cold too because it is the Atlantic Ocean, but was fun nonetheless.

The time I visited Praia da Nazaré, it was pretty full and had a lot of families because it was the school vacation time in Europe. There were tented sitting spots that we could rent for a day, but we just put up our mat instead.

Ride the Funicular Railway to Sítio

Nazare is divided into two parts – Lower Nazare (Praia da Nazaré) and Sítio (Upper Nazare). You can ride the funicular to reach the top, it is just EUR 1.50 per way. When you reach the top, it isn’t just a viewpoint but an entire separate town center with everything.

Walk around in Sítio and you will see an amazing view from many different spots. For me, the best views are at the start of Sítio overlooking Praia da Nazaré.

Sítio is actually the place from where you can see the waves and the surfers during the high wave season, which is October to February.

If you are in Sitio, one of the must-see sights here is the 21-foot Veado statue, which is the body of a human, the head of a deer, and holding a surfboard. Right behind it is Praia do Norte (the North Beach) where all the surfing action happens.

Explore Nazaré Town

I loved exploring the maze of narrow streets in Nazaré town. The streets looked whitewashed and with white laundry that was hanging from the windows to dry.

As you walk in the direction of the beach, the streets get busier with loud bars and restaurants. But if you walk in the other direction, you will only see simple residential buildings.

Where to Stay in Nazare

• Vila Fidalgo  – Cute apartments and ours had a view from the balcony. This is where I stayed.
• Feel Nazaré  – Boutique Apartments that are beachfront
• Hotel Mar Bravo  – Beachfront with a view

Coimbra or Aveiro – Stop for a lunch

After spending two relaxing days in Nazare, it is time to hit the road again for your last stop – Porto. The drive from Nazaré to Porto is just 2 hours, which gives you enough time to stop somewhere so I will give you two options.

Both small towns Aveiro and Coimbra are small towns where you can stop for lunch and a few hours of sightseeing because they are just midway on your drive from Nazare to Porto.

I have been to Coimbra, it is an interesting old city and has the oldest universities or Portugal. In fact, it is the oldest university in the Portuguese-speaking world and has a stunning library.

Aveiro is smaller than Coimbra and is situated along a lagoon called Ria de Aveiro. It has canals and colorful boats that are called barcos moliceiros. I personally haven’t visited Aveiro because I went to Coimbra instead.

Porto – 2 – 3 Days

Your last stop in your itinerary for 2 weeks in Portugal is the historical city of Porto. Please check the traffic situation before because I remember standing in a jam for 2-3 hours near Porto. I have learned to be patient with traffic jams but they aren’t fun when you are traveling with children.

Porto is smaller than Lisbon, but it still has a lot of historical buildings and viewpoints. I also have a post on my blog with a detailed comparison of Porto vs Lisbon . Porto is called Oporto in Portuguese.

Spend three days in Porto if you want to experience this city in a relaxing way. If you are short on time then two days are also enough. See my list of recommended things to do here:

Ribeira (Riverfront)

Ribeira is Porto’s old town and is also the historic center. But at this point I’m not talking about the entire old town, but just the waterfront area.

Porto’s Ribeira is one of the most beautiful riverfront areas that I have seen, with old buildings, boats, and interesting sights. This area looks its best at night when it’s dark and all the yellow lamps glow. Their reflection in water looks amazing.

Porto’s Historic Center

Porto is a beautiful city with historic buildings, churches, and streets. Along with Ribeira, the historic center of Porto is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has more than 2000 years of history.

Admire the old buildings covered with blue azulejos, dilapidated buildings that look very old, cute residential buildings with grandmas standing on the balconies – the beauty is in the details and you can actually lose yourself admiring all these little things because there are so many.

There are many buildings and landmarks that you can see here, I won’t mention them all but a few here and everything is a short walk away:

Igreja do Carmo

Igreja do Carmo is perhaps the most photographed church in Porto because it has a side facade that’s covered with azulejos. You will see azulejos all over in Portugal but this particular wall is one of the most famous ones.

Torre dos Clerigos & Church

When you explore Porto’s Historical center, you will see the 75-meter-high Clerigos tower in the background. Torre dos Clerigos and Clerigos Church are very old Baroque structures that are interesting to look at.

Rua Santa Catarina

This is a historical shopping street in Porto, walk here and enjoy the sights. You will find a lot of cork leather-based items and I bought a little backpack that receives a lot of compliments.

São Bento Train Station

More than any church or cathedral, my favorite building in Porto is the São Bento Train Station. The interiors are super splendid and there are high arched windows. There is intricate tilework on the walls – an amazing example of well-kept azulejos.

Livraria Lello

Yes, it is a bookstore but Livraria Lello is historical. It is one of the oldest bookstores in the world. It isn’t that big and sometimes gets crowded beyond imagination. Read my post if Livraria Lello is worth it or not .

I actually visited Porto during peak season so my experience wasn’t all that great. If you visit Livraria Lello first thing in the morning or during less busy months then you might just end up enjoying it.

Sé do Porto (Porto Cathedral)

If you decide to visit just one historical building, then it is Sé do Porto – also called Porto Cathedral. It is so beautiful that it looks more like a palace and less like a cathedral.

I happened to be here right before the sunset so the pictures came out really well. This is also close to Dom Luís I Bridge on which you can walk to reach the other side of Porto for an amazing sunset. We will talk about them right below.

Dom Luís I Bridge

Dom Luís I Bridge is iconic and is fun to walk on it to reach the other side of the Douro River because of the amazing views after every few steps. Even during peak summer months, it gets very windy and cold on this bridge so carry a jacket.

Be careful and watch out for the metro when you are walking on this bridge because it runs on this bridge without a protective barrier.

Jardim do Morro (Sunset)

When you cross the Dom Luis I Bridge, you will reach Vila Nova de Gaia – which is the other side of the Douro River. There are many spots here that offer great views, especially during the sunset time.

The closest spot to the bridge for sunset watching is a garden called Jardim do Morro. If you are here during peak season times, then forget about getting a good spot for sitting but just stand and enjoy the most beautiful show that the sky puts on every 12 hours – sunset and sunrise.

Eat Francesinha Sandwich

Just the way I told you to eat Pastel de Nata which was invented in Lisbon, I recommend you try Porto’s iconic sandwich – the Francesinha.

Francesinha sandwich has layers of meat, cheese, bread, egg, and more cheese. It is topped with Francesinha sauce and sometimes also french fries. It felt like more of a hangover meal and we couldn’t eat more than a handful of bites.

Douro Valley Wine Tasting

Going to one landmark to another and trying to see them all can be stressful. Take a break and get on a boat to see the beauty of Douro Valley, which is the Port wine region.

Sit back and relax as you experience the natural beauty of Northern Portugal on a guided tour that includes a traditional Portuguese lunch, the Pinhão viewpoint, a river cruise, and a wine-tasting session.

Where to Stay in Porto

Here are the places I suggest you consider booking in Porto. I stayed in an Airbnb and we didn’t like the location. After seeing Porto, I now know I’d want to stay closer to Ribeira so below are the places I have shortlisted for you.

• Guest House Douro
• PortoBay Flores
• Lindo apartamento em Gaia ao lado Bodegas
• The Passenger Hostel

If you don’t have time to do an entire Portugal road trip and you’re able to fly to Oporto airport for cheap, then consider doing just a Porto road trip with the nearby Douro Valley, Coimbra, and Aveiro. Personally, for me, any visit to Portugal is incomplete without the amazing Algarve coast.

Tips for driving in Portugal

If you aren’t able to get cheap flights to Faro, then consider flying to Seville in Spain which is close to the border. You can spend a day here to see this pretty city and then reach the Algarve by road. It is very easy to cross the Spanish border by car to enter Portugal. It never feels like a different country.

Portugal has toll roads and if you are renting a car, then you will pay the toll fee with the toll transponder which will be fixed in your rented vehicle. The toll transponder will be connected with your debit or credit card for the toll payments.

When you are trying to find the route using Google Maps, there is an option of avoiding toll roads. Use it if you must. But the toll fee isn’t expensive in Portugal the way it is in France.

Don’t try to cover it all and stress yourself by trying to see everything. Some of the best road trips are those where a part of the itinerary leaves room for spontaneity.

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Last Updated on April 4, 2024 by Drifter Planet