Cheap 5-Day Portugal Road Trip from Porto to Leiria District and Lisbon

Your exciting road trip through Portugal starts when you reach the incredible city of Porto, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Porto and begin your adventure in Portugal.

Porto is a popular cheap holiday destination in Portugal with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Porto and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Luís I Bridge will make your cheap holiday in Portugal truly special. This attraction is a fascinating top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 79,128 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Porto. An excellent example is the popular Nata Lisboa. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,037 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Portugal is Tapabento S. Bento. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,413 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Muu Steakhouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,431 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Brasão Aliados is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 7,812 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Porto we recommend is Base Porto, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,621 customers.

Aduela is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,570 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Portugal!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Portugal, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,193 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible She Changes.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Leiria District. Leiria District is another cheap travel destination in Portugal where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Portugal can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Leiria District that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Leiria District is Luna. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,187 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Leiria District, Matilde Noca is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,043 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurante Hotel Rural Casa da Nora. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Leiria District enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,912 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Leiria District’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Portugal. For example, you can visit Mulligan's Irish Bar. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 928 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Sem Niveau. This popular bar in Leiria District has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 982 bar-goers.

You can also go to O'sullivan Tavern Pool Club as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular O'sullivan Tavern Pool Club is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 906 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Portugal!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Portugal, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in São Pedro de Penaferrim and end your day in the city of Lisbon, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in São Pedro de Penaferrim is the amazing National Palace of Pena. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 85,427 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lisbon. Lisbon is another cheap travel destination in Portugal where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Portugal can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lisbon that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lisbon is daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,470 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lisbon, Alma is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,033 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Lisboa Tu e Eu 2. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lisbon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,027 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lisbon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Portugal. For example, you can visit SUD Lisboa. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,581 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pavilhão Chinês. This popular bar in Lisbon has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,516 bar-goers.

You can also go to Delirium Café Lisboa as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Delirium Café Lisboa is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 3,093 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Portugal!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Portugal gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Lisbon and end your day in the city of Belém.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Porto for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Portugal.

While you’re in Lisbon, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Praça do Comércio. The fantastic Praça do Comércio is a popular square and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 106,926 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Belém Tower, a well-known fort in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 90,401 travelers.

The top-rated Time Out Market Lisboa is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular food court and destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 58,503 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Lisbon, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Belém.

Make Belém Tower your first stop. This popular fort among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 90,401 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Portugal. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Portugal and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Porto. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Porto, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker, one of the best restaurants in Porto. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,325 customers.

Chama is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Chama is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 574 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Restaurante Praia da Luz, another well-loved restaurant in Porto. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,508 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Portugal.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Porto, Pub Bonaparte Foz. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,095 bar goers.

Bonaparte Downtown is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Porto, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,088 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Letraria Porto, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Portugal. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Portugal!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Portugal as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Porto.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Portugal.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Porto is the remarkable Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal. This garden and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 38,920 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Porto, consider a top-rated restaurant like Abadia do Porto. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,633 customers.

Pestana Palácio do Freixo is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,574 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Negra Café Baixa. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,213 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Portugal and your fun memories in Porto.

You’ll then say farewell to Porto and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Portugal!