4-Day Portugal Road Trip from Lisbon to Porto

Photo of Praca do Comercio with yellow tram, Lisbon, Portugal.
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Everything included
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Description

Summary

Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-day road trip through Portugal.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Portugal. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Lisbon and 1 night in Porto, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Portugal. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Lisbon, Porto, and Ourém. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in Portugal you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Lisbon, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Portugal, including the stunning Praça do Comércio and Belém Tower.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Portugal. From the magnificent Padrão dos Descobrimentos to the breathtaking Time Out Market Lisboa and Luís I Bridge, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Lisbon, Porto, and Ourém, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Portugal. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Portugal.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Portugal. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Portugal.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Portugal.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Portugal has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Portugal. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Portugal extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Portugal fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Portugal today!

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Lisbon City Skyline with Sao Jorge Castle and the Tagus River, Portugal.Lisbon / 2 nights
Photo of monumental ensemble of the sanctuary and the basilica of our lady of Fatima, Portugal.Ourém
Porto, Portugal old town ribeira aerial promenade view with colorful houses, Douro river and boats.Porto / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of the Sanctuary of Fatima on a beautiful summer day, Portugal.Sanctuary of Fátima
Photo of famous arch at the Praca do Comercio, Lisbon, Portugal.Praça do Comércio
Photo of the Belem tower at the bank of Tejo River in Lisbon ,Portugal.Belém Tower
Photo of the big Lisbon oceanarium (aka Oceanario de Lisboa) building on pier in an artificial lagoon at Tagus river, Portugal.Lisbon Oceanarium
Luís I Bridge, Sé, Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Porto, Área Metropolitana do Porto, North, PortugalLuís I Bridge
Photo of Time Out Market Lisboa with a big wall clock and an arch, Portugal.Time Out Market Lisboa
Photo of Padrao dos Descobrimentos (Monument to the Discoveries), Lisbon, Portugal.Padrão dos Descobrimentos
LxFactoryLxFactory
Photo of Jardins do Palacio de Cristal, Porto, Portugal.Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal
Photo of Parque da Cidade do Porto, Portugal, city Park is the largest city park in this city.Parque da Cidade do Porto

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 4

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Lisbon - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Lisbon - arrival day

  • Lisbon - Arrival day
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  • Praça do Comércio
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Your road trip adventure in Portugal begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Lisbon. You’ll stay in Lisbon for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Lisbon has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Praça do Comércio. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 99,112 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Lisbon, daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lisbon is Alma. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

Locals recommend Lisboa Tu e Eu 2 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lisbon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

Lisbon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lisbon is SUD Lisboa. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,581 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Lisbon is Delirium Café Lisboa. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Portugal!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Lisbon and Porto

Day 2

Day 2 – Lisbon and Porto

  • Lisbon
  • Porto
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Drive 339 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • LxFactory
  • Belém Tower
  • Padrão dos Descobrimentos
  • Lisbon Oceanarium
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip through Portugal gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Lisbon and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Porto. You will stay in Porto for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lisbon is the amazing LX Factory. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 48,066 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fort, Belém Tower. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 83,980 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lisbon is the outstanding Padrão dos Descobrimentos. This popular monument and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 51,978 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Lisbon by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Portugal. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Porto, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Tapabento S. Bento, one of the best restaurants in the city of Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,413 customers.

Locals also recommend Muu Steakhouse as one of the best restaurants in the city of Porto. Muu Steakhouse is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,431 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Porto is Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.

After dinner, visit Brasão Aliados, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Porto. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,812 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Base Porto. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,621 customers.

Alternatively, Aduela is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Porto. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,570 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Portugal!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Porto, Nossa Senhora da Piedade, and Lisbon

Day 3

Day 3 – Porto, Nossa Senhora da Piedade, and Lisbon

  • Ourém
  • Porto
  • Lisbon
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Drive 345 km, 4 hours 7 min

  • Luís I Bridge
  • Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal
  • Parque da Cidade do Porto
  • Sanctuary of Fátima
  • More

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Portugal. Today, you'll wake up in Porto and embark on a scenic drive to Lisbon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Porto before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Porto. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Luís I Bridge. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 75,333 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal. This attraction, a beloved garden, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 37,422 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Porto is the stunning Parque da Cidade do Porto. This urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,756 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Sanctuary of Fátima. This attraction is a shrine to the virgin mary that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 103,554 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like A Nossa Casa. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 884 customers.

After dinner, visit Foxtrot to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lisbon, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The George. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The George has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,939 customers.

Procópio bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Portugal, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4 – Lisbon - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Lisbon - departure day

  • Lisbon - Departure day
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  • Time Out Market Lisboa
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Day 4 of your road trip in Portugal is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Lisbon before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Time Out Market Lisboa is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lisbon. This food court and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 54,531 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Lisbon and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Portugal.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lisbon at Delirium Café Lisboa before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Marco for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lisbon. The Restaurante Marco restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,992 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try A Cevicheria. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,076 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Lisbon. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Portugal!

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