4-Day Portugal road trip Starting from Porto to Coimbra

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

Porto has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Luís I Bridge. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 79,128 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 Porto, Nata Lisboa. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,037 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Porto is Tapabento S. Bento. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,413 customers.

Locals recommend Muu Steakhouse as one of the best restaurants in the city of Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,431 customers.

Porto also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Porto is Brasão Aliados. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,812 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Porto is Base Porto. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,621 customers.

Locals also enjoy Aduela. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,570 customers.

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

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 Porto and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Coimbra. You will stay in Coimbra for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Porto is the amazing Porto Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,470 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible bell tower, Clerigos tower. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,541 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Porto is the outstanding Casa da Música. This popular concert hall and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,921 visitors.

The spectacular Parque da Cidade do Porto is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 26,193 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parque de Serralves. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,832 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Porto 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 Coimbra, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Solar do Bacalhau, one of the best restaurants in the city of Coimbra. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,661 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Zé Manel dos Ossos as one of the best restaurants in the city of Coimbra. Restaurante Zé Manel dos Ossos is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,272 customers.

After dinner, visit Dux Taberna Urbana, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Coimbra. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,797 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Murphy's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,937 customers.

Alternatively, A Cozinha da Maria is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Coimbra. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,053 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Portugal. Today, you'll wake up in Coimbra and embark on a scenic drive to Porto, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Coimbra and Ourém 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 Coimbra. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Paços da Universidade ou Paços das Escolas. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 16,453 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Monastery of Santa Cruz. This attraction, a beloved temple, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,156 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Coimbra is the stunning Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra. This cultural heritage and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,584 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Nossa Senhora da Piedade and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Ourém has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima. This attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 11,883 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity. This church and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,320 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sanctuary of Fátima. This shrine to the virgin mary and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 107,021 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Ourém, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Porto. When you arrive in Porto you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,325 customers.

Locals also recommend Chama, another of the best restaurants in Porto. Chama is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

After dinner, visit Bonaparte Downtown to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Porto, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,088 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Letraria Porto. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Letraria Porto has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,654 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!

Day 4 of your road trip in Portugal is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Porto 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.

Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Porto. This garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 38,920 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Porto at Abadia do Porto before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,633 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Negra Café Baixa for your last chance at a meal in the city of Porto. The Negra Café Baixa restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,213 customers.

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