Cheap 4-Day Portugal Road Trip Vacation from Lisbon traveling north to Caldas da Rainha

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

Lisbon 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 Lisbon and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Praça do Comércio will make your cheap holiday in Portugal truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 99,112 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 Lisbon. An excellent example is the popular daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Portugal is Alma. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,033 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 Lisboa Tu e Eu 2. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,027 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

SUD Lisboa is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 7,581 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Lisbon we recommend is Delirium Café Lisboa, 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 3,093 customers.

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. You’ll start your day in Lisbon and end your day in the city of Caldas da Rainha, 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 Lisbon is the amazing Time Out Market Lisboa. This travel destination is a food court that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 54,531 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible LX Factory. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 48,066 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Lisbon is likely to make your vacation in Portugal even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Lisbon is the outstanding Belém Tower. This fort has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 83,980 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Portugal, drop by the popular Padrão dos Descobrimentos. This attraction, an amazing monument, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 51,978 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Portugal. To have the best affordable travel experience in Portugal, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Portugal unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Portugal.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Caldas da Rainha. Caldas da Rainha 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 Caldas da Rainha that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Caldas da Rainha is Solar dos Amigos. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,654 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Caldas da Rainha, Sabores d'Itália is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 760 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Maratona. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Caldas da Rainha enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,670 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Caldas da Rainha’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Portugal. For example, you can visit Bowling Caldas. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,999 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Cervejaria O Litro. This popular bar in Caldas da Rainha has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 793 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bar 120 - Gin Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bar 120 - Gin Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 459 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 3 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 Nazaré.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Lisbon 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 Mata Dona Leonor. The fantastic Mata Dona Leonor is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 872 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Museu da Cerâmica, antigo Palacete Visconde de Sacavém, e jardim envolvente, a well-known museum in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.4 out of a 5 star-rating from 597 travelers.

The top-rated Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Pópulo is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular church building and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 186 travelers.

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

Make Nazaré beach your first stop. This popular beach among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,559 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Nazaré is the outstanding Nazaré Lighthouse. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,728 visitors, this remarkable lighthouse and attraction deserves a spot on your Portugal travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Miradouro do Suberco. This attraction, a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,067 travelers.

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 Lisbon. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Lisbon, 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 A Nossa Casa, one of the best restaurants in Lisbon. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 884 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Lisbon, Foxtrot. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,082 bar goers.

The George is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Lisbon, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,939 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Procópio bar, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,037 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 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Lisbon.

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 Lisbon is the remarkable Miradouro de Santa Luzia. This scenic viewpoint and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,585 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Lisbon, consider a top-rated restaurant like Delirium Café Lisboa. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

Restaurante Marco 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 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,992 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is A Cevicheria. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,076 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Portugal and your fun memories in Lisbon.

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