6-Day Portugal Road Trip from Faro to Lisbon and Caldas da Rainha

Faro District has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Faro Marina. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,654 visitors.

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 Faro District, Faaron steakhouse. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District is Aperitivo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,299 customers.

Locals recommend Piper's Irish Pub & Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 738 customers.

Faro District also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Faro District is LAB Terrace. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 557 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Faro District is Columbus. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,443 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Portugal!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lisbon. You’ll stay in Lisbon for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Faro District’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Faro District, start your day with a visit to the amazing Santa Maria Cathedral. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,231 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Parque Natural da Ria Formosa. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,981 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Faro District has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lisbon. Lisbon offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,470 reviews.

The remarkable Alma is another top restaurant in Lisbon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Lisboa Tu e Eu 2 is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lisbon, the fantastic SUD Lisboa. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,581 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Delirium Café Lisboa. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Portugal!

On day 3 of your road trip across Portugal, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Faro District. You’ll stay in Faro District 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 Saldanha Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Faro District. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,659 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Faro District is the 5-star Eurostars Universal Lisboa. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,785 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Faro District is the 3-star Alif Campo Pequeno. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,639 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 Faro District, 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 Faro District. 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 Faro District is the extraordinary LX Factory. This must-see tourist 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 Praça do Comércio. Around 99,112 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Come to Faro District 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 Faro District.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like A Nossa Casa, after your day of exploring the city of Faro District. 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 Faro District, 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 Faro District, 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 Faro District. 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.

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 Caldas da Rainha, 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 Castelo de S. Jorge. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 80,896 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 Time Out Market Lisboa. This food court and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 54,531 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cabo da Roca. This attraction is a cape that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 51,448 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible National Palace of Pena. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 80,071 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Solar dos Amigos. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,654 customers.

Locals also recommend Sabores d'Itália, another of the best restaurants in Caldas da Rainha. Sabores d'Itália is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Maratona. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,670 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bowling Caldas to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Caldas da Rainha, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,999 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cervejaria O Litro. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cervejaria O Litro has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 793 customers.

Bar 120 - Gin Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 459 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!

You’ll stay in Faro District for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Faro District today is São Martinho do Porto. This excellent attraction is a freguesia of portugal that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 392 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Praia de São Martinho do Porto, an outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination, in the city of Faro District. Around 16,944 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Portugal, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Portugal. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Praia de São Martinho do Porto for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,944 visitors.

This outstanding castle has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,568 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Faro District.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District, Tasca do Ricky. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

Locals recommend The Woods as one of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District. The Woods is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District is Xic. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 553 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Faro District, Aperitivo. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,299 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Piper's Irish Pub & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 738 customers.

A Venda is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Faro District. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 682 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Portugal with a toast!

Day 6 of your road trip in Portugal is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Faro District 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Faro District at Namastey before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Ria Formosa for your last chance at a meal in the city of Faro District. The Restaurante Ria Formosa restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurante Chefe Branco. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,313 customers.

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