5-Day Portugal Road Trip from Porto to Lisbon

Photo of colorful view at old town Porto.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 Porto and 2 nights in Lisbon, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Portugal. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Porto, Lisbon, and Ourém. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Portugal you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Porto, 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 Luís I Bridge and Belém Tower.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have 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 Time Out Market Lisboa to the breathtaking Praça do Comércio and Castelo de S. Jorge, 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 Porto, Lisbon, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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. 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, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

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

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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
Castelo de S. Jorge, Santa Maria Maior, Lisbon, Grande Lisboa, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalCastelo de S Jorge
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 view of Lisbon famous view from Miradouro de Santa Luzia tourist viewpoint over Alfama old city district at night with cruise liner. Lisbon, Portugal.Miradouro de Santa Luzia
Photo of Porto Cathedral. Portugal. Beautiful morning view of the famous cathedral in Porto. Camino de Santiago. Pillory of Porto.Porto Cathedral
Photo of Parque da Cidade do Porto, Portugal, city Park is the largest city park in this city.Parque da Cidade do Porto
Photo of Casa da Música, Porto ,Portugal.Casa da Música
PHOTO OF Clérigos Tower, Porto, Portugal.Torre dos Clérigos

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Day 1 - Porto - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Porto - arrival day

  • Porto - Arrival Day
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  • Luís I Bridge
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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 must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 75,333 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, Tapabento S. Bento. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,413 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Porto is Muu Steakhouse. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,431 customers.

Locals recommend Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker as one of the best restaurants in the city of Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,325 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 5-day vacation in Portugal!

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Day 2 - Porto and Lisbon

Day 2

Day 2 - Porto and Lisbon

  • Porto
  • Lisbon
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Drive 337 km, 4 hours 4 min

  • Casa da Música
  • Parque da Cidade do Porto
  • Torre dos Clérigos
  • Porto Cathedral
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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 Lisbon. You will stay in Lisbon for 2 nights. 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 Casa da Música. This attraction is a concert hall that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,113 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, Parque da Cidade do Porto. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,756 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Porto is the outstanding Clerigos tower. This popular bell tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,917 visitors.

The spectacular Porto Cathedral is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,894 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 Lisbon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lisbon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

Locals also recommend Alma as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lisbon. Alma is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lisbon is Lisboa Tu e Eu 2. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

After dinner, visit SUD Lisboa, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lisbon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,581 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Delirium Café Lisboa. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 - Lisbon

Day 3

Day 3 - Lisbon

  • Lisbon
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Drive 39 km, 1 hour 48 min

  • Belém Tower
  • Padrão dos Descobrimentos
  • LxFactory
  • Time Out Market Lisboa
  • Lisbon Oceanarium
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On day 3 of your road trip across Portugal, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Lisbon. You’ll stay in Lisbon for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Turim Iberia Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Lisbon. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,626 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Lisbon is the 5-star Hotel Real Palácio. The hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,904 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Lisbon is the 3-star Miraparque. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,826 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Lisbon, like the outstanding Belém Tower. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 83,980 visitors.

Padrão dos Descobrimentos is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Lisbon. This incredible attraction is a monument and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 51,978 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Lisbon is the extraordinary LX Factory. This best-rated sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 48,066 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Time Out Market Lisboa. Around 54,531 visitors have given this food court an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Come to Lisbon prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Lisbon.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Lisbon.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like A Nossa Casa, after your day of exploring the city of Lisbon. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 884 customers.

Locals recommend Foxtrot, one of the best bars in the city of Lisbon, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Lisbon, The George. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,939 customers.

Procópio bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Lisbon. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Portugal.

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Day 4 - Lisbon, Nossa Senhora da Piedade, and Porto

Day 4

Day 4 - Lisbon, Nossa Senhora da Piedade, and Porto

  • Ourém
  • Lisbon
  • Porto
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Drive 325 km, 3 hours 56 min

  • Praça do Comércio
  • Miradouro de Santa Luzia
  • Castelo de S Jorge
  • Sanctuary of Fátima
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Portugal. Today, you'll wake up in Lisbon 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 Lisbon 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 Lisbon. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Praça do Comércio. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 99,112 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Miradouro de Santa Luzia. This attraction, a beloved scenic viewpoint, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,585 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Lisbon is the stunning Castelo de S. Jorge. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 80,896 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 Chama. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 574 customers.

Locals also recommend Brasão Aliados, another of the best restaurants in Porto. Brasão Aliados is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,812 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Abadia do Porto. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,633 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

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.

Capela Incomum 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 1,234 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 5 - Porto - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 - Porto - departure day

  • Porto - Departure Day
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  • Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal
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Day 5 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 37,422 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 Bonaparte Downtown before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,088 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend tascö for your last chance at a meal in the city of Porto. The tascö restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,119 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Letraria Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,654 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!

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