Cheap 5-Day Portugal Road Trip from Lisbon to Coimbra and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through Portugal starts when you reach the incredible city of Lisbon, where you'll stay for 3 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 108,290 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.

Delirium Café Lisboa is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,093 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 Sacramento do Chiado, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,947 customers.

The George is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,939 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Belém, proving that cheap holidays in Portugal can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Belém Tower. This attraction is a fort that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 91,872 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Padrão dos Descobrimentos. This popular place of interest is a stunning monument that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 55,676 visitors.

Your discovery of Belém does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Belém on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Portugal.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Portugal, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Nicolau Lisboa, one of the best restaurants in Lisbon. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 5,172 reviews.

You can also check out Duque. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,973 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Belcanto. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,203 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Lisbon.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Lisbon for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Delfina-Cantina Portuguesa and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 662 customers.

Brown's Central Hotel is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,273 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Lisboa Bar. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 417 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Lisbon.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Lisbon!

Day 3 of your road trip across Portugal offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Lisbon and the enchanting São Vicente, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Lisbon and end the day in São Vicente, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Portugal will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Lisbon is the magnificent Castelo de S. Jorge. Around 86,378 visitors have rated this excellent museum and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Miradouro de Santa Luzia on this leg of your self-drive tour in Portugal. This attraction is a well-known scenic viewpoint that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 32,846 travelers.

The remarkable Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Portugal. This attraction, an amazing park, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,580 travelers.

Beyond the above-mentioned sites, you also have the opportunity to visit the fascinating Miradouro da Senhora do Monte. This scenic viewpoint and well-loved attraction in Lisbon is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 24,155 visitors.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Lisbon, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of São Vicente.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Portugal. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Portugal. Make your cheap holiday experience in Portugal more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Coimbra offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Portugal. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Coimbra offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Portugal.

Solar do Bacalhau is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,661 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Coimbra is Restaurante Zé Manel dos Ossos, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,272 customers.

Restaurante Il Tartufo offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Coimbra. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,071 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Coimbra’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Dux Taberna Urbana is an excellent example of a great bar in Coimbra offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,797 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Murphy's Irish Pub, another of locals’ go-to bars in Coimbra. The Murphy's Irish Pub is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,937 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

A Cozinha da Maria is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Coimbra. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,053 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Portugal with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Portugal!

On day 4 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 86,631 visitors.

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 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 Gambrinus. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,334 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lisbon, O Arco is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 807 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Baía do Peixe - Terreiro do Paço. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lisbon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 678 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 Toca da Raposa. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 305 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience 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 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 Santa Justa Lift. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 48,439 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Lisbon, consider a top-rated restaurant like Trindade. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,002 customers.

Lisbon Tu e Eu 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,086 customers.

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!