30 Photos of Portugal to Inspire your Next Trip (and what to do in Portugal)

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Let's have a look at those 30 photos that will give you ideas about what to do in Portugal. 

The Pena Palace is definitively the most magical of the palaces in Sintra. Located on top of the highest hill, its vibrant colors and shapes contrast with the peaceful surrounding forest.

What to see more photos? Head to the Pena Palace article

On the Altlantic coast, not far form Lisbon, the cliffs of Magoito beach are very impressive from the viewpoints as well as from the beach. And can you spot Cabo da Roca (the westernmost point in of Mainland Europe) in the distance?

What to see more photos? Head to the Magoito Beach article

Obidos is a Charming medieval village North of Lisbon. On of the great thing to do there, is walk all around on the fortifications. Amazing views!

What to see more photos? Head to the Obidos article

Just driving in the countryside.... so charming!

Ready so some steps? Hiking the fortifications of the medieval castle of the Moors in Sintra offers magnificent views of the valley, hills and palaces.

What to see more photos? Head to the Castle of the Moors article

Portugal is really good at dessert (not as much as France, lol French girl speaking but really good). And I love egg tarts so much!

One of the highlights of the Algarve region in South Portugal is the promontory Ponta da Piedade with arches, sea stacks and dramatic views of cliffs.

What to see more photos? Head to the Ponta da Piedade article

Largest city in the North, Porto has a lot of character. There are so many great views of this charming city, it is difficult to tell you which one is the best! Have a look at my article comparing the 2 main cities: Porto vs Lisbon

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Palaces and parks, they seem to be everywhere and all more beautiful than the others. Here the Bussaco palace not far from Coimbra in Central Portugal. In its magnificent parks are fountain stairs that looks magical!

One of the most extraordinary beaches in Portugal, Falesia is so colorful, you wonder if this is real. And the best part is that there is a promontory offering and unobstructed views of the whole beach.

What to see more photos? Head to the Falesia Beach article

Bom Jesus, in North Portugal, might be the most famous church in Portugal. Its staircase if quite a unique sight with great perspectives.

Plenty of pictures of the sanctuary and its zigzag staircase in my article dedicated to Bom Jesus do Monte Braga

Portugal is also the land of monasteries. And they all seem magnificent. This one if Alcobaça with the town main square at the front.

Exploring Tres Irmaos is quite fun, from one cove to another until you reach the double arch. But don't visit at high tide, you might get stuck!

What to see more photos? Head to the Tres Irmaos beach article

I have no idea how many steps I have climbed up and down in Portugal. They see to be everywhere: in the monasteries, in the old buildings in Porto and Lisbon, to reach the beaches...

At the northern broder with Spain, Penada Geres is a National Park with its own way of life. 

Batalha is one of the most famous monasteries in Portugal. Home of the unfinished chapels and a great example of Manueline style.

What to see more photos? Head to the Batalha Monastery article

The funniest place I visited in Portugal. The houses in Monsanto have been built around (and sometimes under) the huge boulders on the side of a hill. Don't miss exploring it!

What to see more photos? Head to the Monsato article

One of the Unesco sites in Lisbon, discovering the main cloister at the Jeronimos Monastery is worth the queue.

Another medieval village on top of a hill. But they all have their own atmosphere. This one is located in the heart of a nature park and offers fantastic views of the surrounding mountains.

What to see more photos? Head to the Marvao article

Perhaps the most famous beach in Portugal, Marinha is a long beach with many natural sights created by erosion. Some news site have listed it as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

What to see more photos? Head to the Marinha Beach article

The highest mountains in Mainland Portugal are in Serra de Estrela. The region also offers beautiful glacial valleys such as the Zezere one near Manteigas.

White houses and a fort: Monsaraz protected Portugal at the border with Spain with its unique vantage point. Views from the castle are magnificent with the great lake spreading under you.

What to see more photos? Head to the Monsaraz article

Some say Aveiro is the Venice of Portugal. Well not really... But it does have waterways inside the city and traditional boats used to transport the salt.

The coastal section of the Alentejo region has some unique beaches. Porto Covo has a successions of coves with dark cliffs and turquoise water. I could have stayed hours sitting on the benches there.

With its many hills, Lisbon ahas many fantastic viewpoints called Miradouro

What to see more photos? Head to the Lisbon Castle article or to my Lisbon City Break guide

The Algarve coast is full of wonders. One fo the best way to see it, is from a boat. Boat tours from Benagil beach will take you see 30 sea caves including the famous Benagil cave and its dome-shape.

What to see more photos? Head to the Algarve Caves Boat tour article

Typical of Portugal, the Azulejos blue tiles are everywhere. But they are particularly present in the Sao Vicente  Monastery in Lisbon. They even have some with the fables from La Fontaine

No tour of Portugal is complete without exploring the famous Douro valley where they grow the grapes to make Port Wine. Best seen in Autumn when the harvest takes place.

And then, you can just enjoy it...

Want to know more about Portugal? Check out Claudia and Jorge's 30 interesting facts about Portugal.

Plan your Portugal itinerary

Inspired to start planning your itinerary around Portugal? Have a look at the travel guides by ZigZag On Earth:

And you can also check out my suggested itineraries for Portugal to help you plan your trip. 

Want to see more of PORTUGAL?

Discover more things to do & places to see in my Travel Portugal Destination Guide.

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