One-Week Portugal Road Trip from Porto to Caldas da Rainha and Lisbon

Your road trip adventure in Portugal begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Porto. You’ll stay in Porto for 3 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 best-rated sightseeing destination 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 8-day vacation in Portugal!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Porto has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Porto by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Porto. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Porto, like the extraordinary Porto Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,470 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Porto is the spectacular Clerigos tower. This attraction is a bell tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,541 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Casa da Música. This concert hall has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,921 visitors.

She Changes is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This sculpture is a popular destination among visitors in Porto. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,047 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Parque da Cidade do Porto. Parque da Cidade do Porto is an urban park and popular attraction in Porto. More than 26,193 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Porto does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Porto on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Portugal, be sure to eat at Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Porto. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Porto is the popular Chama. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Bonaparte Downtown is one of the best bars in the city of Porto for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,088 customers.

Letraria Porto is another of the most popular bars in the city of Porto. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Porto!

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 Caldas da Rainha, 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 Nazaré beach. This attraction is a beach that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 31,405 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Nazaré Lighthouse. This attraction, a beloved lighthouse, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,720 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Porto is the stunning Miradouro do Suberco. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,446 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Nazaré beach. This attraction is a beach that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 31,405 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Nazaré Lighthouse. This lighthouse and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,720 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Miradouro do Suberco. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,446 visitors.

The lovely Castle of Óbidos is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 34,652 visitors have left this castle an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Sabores d'Itália. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 760 customers.

Locals also recommend Maratona, another of the best restaurants in Caldas da Rainha. Maratona is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,670 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar 120 - Gin Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Caldas da Rainha, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 459 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Portugal. Today, you'll wake up in Caldas da Rainha and embark on a scenic drive to Lisbon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Caldas da Rainha and Agualva-Cacém 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 Caldas da Rainha. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mata Dona Leonor. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 887 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Museu da Cerâmica, antigo Palacete Visconde de Sacavém, e jardim envolvente. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 636 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Caldas da Rainha is the stunning Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Pópulo. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 193 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Agualva e Mira-Sintra 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 Agualva-Cacém has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Quinta da Regaleira. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 53,884 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Initiation Well. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,702 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Cabo da Roca. This cape and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 54,367 visitors.

The lovely Sintra-Cascais Natural Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 37,554 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful National Palace of Pena is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Agualva-Cacém. This point of interest is a museum rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 85,427 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Agualva-Cacém, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Lisbon. When you arrive in Lisbon 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 daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,470 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Lisboa Tu e Eu 2. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Delirium Café Lisboa to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lisbon, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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!

On day 5 of your road trip across Portugal, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Lisbon. You’ll stay in Lisbon for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Ramada by Wyndham Lisbon, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Lisbon. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 6,771 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Lisbon is the 5-star Turim Boulevard Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,160 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Lisbon is the 3-star Roma. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 10,309 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 LX Factory. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 51,300 visitors.

Time Out Market Lisboa is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Lisbon. This incredible attraction is a food court and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 58,503 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Lisbon is the extraordinary Luís de Camões Square. This square is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 26,005 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Praça do Comércio. Around 106,926 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.7 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 Nicolau Lisboa, after your day of exploring the city of Lisbon. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,172 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Lisbon has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Lisbon by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Lisbon. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Lisbon, like the extraordinary Castelo de S. Jorge. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 85,656 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Lisbon is the spectacular Miradouro de Santa Luzia. This attraction is a scenic viewpoint and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,250 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Jerónimos Monastery. This monastery has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 47,647 visitors.

Padrão dos Descobrimentos is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This monument is a popular destination among visitors in Lisbon. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 55,078 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Belém Tower. Belém Tower is a fort and popular attraction in Lisbon. More than 90,401 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Lisbon does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Lisbon on this day of your trip.

When you’ve finished your meal, Sacramento do Chiado is one of the best bars in the city of Lisbon for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,947 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Lisbon!

Day 7 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 Nossa Senhora da Piedade 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 Nossa Senhora da Piedade is the amazing Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,320 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nossa Senhora da Piedade is the outstanding Sanctuary of Fátima. This popular shrine to the virgin mary and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 107,021 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Nossa Senhora da Piedade 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 Abadia do Porto, one of the best restaurants in the city of Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,633 customers.

Locals also recommend Negra Café Baixa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Porto. Negra Café Baixa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,213 customers.

After dinner, visit Capela Incomum, 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 1,234 customers.

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

Day 8 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 Bulha Sá da Bandeira before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,983 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.

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