5-Day Portugal road trip from Faro District to Lisbon and Beja
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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 Faro, 1 night in Lisbon, and 1 night in Beja, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Portugal. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Faro, Lisbon, Belém, Misericórdia, Parque das Nações, and Beja. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Portugal you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Faro District, 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 Praça do Comércio 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 Padrão dos Descobrimentos to the breathtaking Time Out Market Lisboa and Lisbon Oceanarium, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Benagil Cave and learn more about the unique Falesia Beach to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Faro, Lisbon, Belém, Misericórdia, Parque das Nações, and Beja, 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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Day 1 – Faro District - arrival day
Day 1 – Faro District - arrival day
- Faro - Arrival day
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- Faro Marina
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Your road trip adventure in Portugal begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Faro District. You’ll stay in Faro District for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
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 4,081 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 Faro District, À do Pinto. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,581 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District is My'oMeu Restaurante. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.
Locals recommend Elementos as one of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,531 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 AP Eva senses. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,668 customers.
Locals also enjoy Columbus. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,443 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Portugal!
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Day 2 – Estoi, Albufeira, Olhos de Água, and Lisbon
Day 2 – Estoi, Albufeira, Olhos de Água, and Lisbon
- Faro
- Albufeira
- Lisbon
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Drive 312 km, 3 hours 52 min
- Roman Ruins of Milreu
- Praia da Falésia
- Praia Maria Luísa
- Praia dos Alemães
- Miradouro do Pau da Bandeira
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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 Estoi and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lisbon. You will stay in Lisbon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Estoi is the amazing Roman Ruins of Milreu. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,500 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Estoi 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 Pavilhão Chinês. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,516 customers.
Alternatively, Delirium Café Lisboa is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lisbon. This bar is rated an average 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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Day 3 – Belém and Beja
Day 3 – Belém and Beja
- Lisbon
- Beja
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Drive 199 km, 3 hours 9 min
- Praça do Comércio
- Belém Tower
- Padrão dos Descobrimentos
- Time Out Market Lisboa
- Lisbon Oceanarium
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Portugal, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lisbon. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Beja. You’ll stay in Beja for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lisbon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Lisbon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Praça do Comércio. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 106,926 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Belém Tower. This fort and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 90,401 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Padrão dos Descobrimentos to make the most of your road trip across Portugal. The spectacular Padrão dos Descobrimentos is a monument that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 55,078 visitors.
The lovely Time Out Market Lisboa is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 58,503 visitors have left this food court average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Lisbon Oceanarium. This attraction is a public aquarium rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 85,268 reviews. Around 1,000,000 people come to see this attraction every year.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lisbon has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Beja. Beja 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 Restaurantes Beja | Adega Típica 25 de Abril. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,704 reviews.
The remarkable Restaurante Pulo do Lobo is another top restaurant in Beja we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,854 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Dom Dinis is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,554 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Beja, the fantastic The Pub Sports Caffe. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gatus Cervejaria Alentejana. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 168 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is C'tradição. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 132 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Portugal!
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Day 4 – Lagoa and Faro District
Day 4 – Lagoa and Faro District
- Faro
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Drive 211 km, 3 hours 12 min
- Marinha Beach
- Algar de Benagil
- Algar Seco
- Carvoeiro Boardwalk
- Largo da Praia de Carvoeiro
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Day 4 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 Lagoa and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Faro District. You will stay in Faro District for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Lagoa is the amazing Benagil Cave. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,736 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Lagoa 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 Faro District, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Cidade Velha, one of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,091 customers.
Locals also recommend La Forchetta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District. La Forchetta is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 954 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Faro District is Taco y Tequilla. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.
After dinner, visit Elementos, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Faro District. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Faaron steakhouse. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.
Alternatively, Aperitivo is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Faro District. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,299 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Portugal!
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Day 5 – Faro District - departure day
Day 5 – Faro District - departure day
- Faro - Departure day
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- Parque Ribeirinho de Faro
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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 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.
Parque Ribeirinho de Faro is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Faro District. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,235 visitors.
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 Tasca do Ricky before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend The Woods for your last chance at a meal in the city of Faro District. The The Woods restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.
If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try SAL'MARE Praia de Faro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 670 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!
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