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Things to do in and around Nazare

Nazare, Portugal

Portugal, Nazare by Zen Voyager

Nazare, a scenic and charming coastal town on Portugal’s Silver Coast, is famous for its massive waves, laidback vibe, and beautiful beaches, and it has become a popular tourist destination – especially for surfers! The Big Waves season in Nazare is during their winter – between October and March – and the town has made headlines with its waves of close to 100 feet!
Beach, Nazare

NAZARÉ by Rui Ornelas
Historic Center, Nazare

Nazare. Portugal - 27 by Jane drumsara
Church of Nossa Senhora da Nazare, Nazare

Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Nazaré by amaianos
Day trip to Berlengas

Porto das Berlengas by Nuno Barreto
Day trip to Moeda Caves

Fountain of Tears by nmmacedo
Day trip to Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park

Vale Glaciar do Zêzere by Rodrigo Antunes
Day trip to Mafra National Palace

Mafra National Palace - Palácio Nacional de Mafra - 2 by * starrynight1
Day trip to Pena National Palace

Palácio Nacional da Pena- Sintra (Explore) by Sagrario Gallego
Day trip to Monserrate Palace

Palácio Nacional de Monserrate, Sintra by Pedro Carmona e Santos

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Beaches Small towns Nature 2 nightsThu. Jan 01 - Sat. Jan 03

Nazare, a scenic and charming coastal town on Portugal’s Silver Coast, is famous for its massive waves, laidback vibe, and beautiful beaches, and it has become a popular tourist destination – especially for surfers! The Big Waves season in Nazare is during their winter – between October and March – and the town has made headlines with its waves of close to 100 feet!

A coastal town, set on a cliff over a long stretch of sand, popular for its beach, water sports facilities and charming old town.

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Things to do in and around Porto

Porto, Portugal

Ligurian colours by Valentina_A

Porto, the second largest city in Portugal, is an ancient city, yet one that is young and vibrant in spirit. A coastal city located on the northern bank of the mouth of the Douro River, it is home to historical sites - baroque churches, bell towers rising over the city, magnificent Art Nouveau style buildings, and narrow alleys studded with bookstores and antiques- as well as a vibrant night life, great shopping, cafes, excellent restaurants, and the Port lodges which feature the outstanding local Port wines. Porto is also known for its laid-back vibe and its beauty - charming homes along the banks of the river, romantic spots, and picturesque bridges which connect its two sides.
Ramos Pinto, Porto

Ramos Pinto Building by Peter Rukavina
Historic Center, Porto

Praça de Almeida Garett by Jeroen Mul
Cais da Ribeira, Porto

Cais da Ribeira by valakirka
Guindais Funicular Railway, Porto

Av. Gustavo Eiffel & Funicular dos Guindais | Porto by Del-Uks
Day trip to Northern Littoral Natural Park

Mistérios Negros Hiking Trail by anastaz1a
Day trip to Alvao Natural Park

29/07/2012 · Serra do Alvão by Antero Pires
Serralves Foundation, Porto

Serralves Foundation by Porto Convention & Visitors Bureau
Porto Cathedral

Porto by Alvaro Tamayo
Clerigos Church, Porto

granite by kathy
Chapel of Souls, Porto

CAPELA DAS ALMAS by Pablo Andres
Day trip to National Forest of Bussaco

Palace Hotel do Bussaco, Bussaco, Portugal by Biblioteca de Arte / Art Library Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian
Day trip to Vilarinho da Furna

Trilho da Águia do Sarilhão by José Antonio Gil Martínez
Church of Sao Francisco, Porto

Igreja de São Francisco - Salvador/BA by Lucio Mario Silva
Bolsa Palace, Porto

Porto 2009-03-28 001 by Hugo Cadavez
Lello Bookstore, Porto

Livraria Lello & Irmão by K.H.Reichert
Sao Bento Station, Porto

São Bento Train Station by Anton Chmelev
Day trip to Bom Jesus do Monte

Bom Jesus do Monte (Portugal) by Serge LAROCHE
Day trip to The Chapel in the Sea (Senhor da Pedra)

Santuario do Senhor Jesus da Pedra by dynamosquito
Carmo Church, Porto

igreja do carmo by ictioscopio
Church of Santa Clara, Porto

Santa Clara interior by Jeroen Mul
Crystal Palace Gardens, Porto

Jardim da Palacio de Cristal, Porto by Kimhaz is out taking photos!
Luis I Bridge, Porto

The Dom Luís I bridge, Porto by Zach Anthony
Day trip to Guimaraes

166-Guimarães by Elisabeth G z@k

Guimaraes, the “Cradle of Portugal,” is a well-preserved, vibrant medieval town that has retained the charm and authenticity of Portugal’s glorious past.
Day trip to Coimbra

Coimbra by Ana Guzzo

Coimbra is a charming, lively city which is steeped in culture and history – which offers a wide range of restaurants, cafes, pastry shops, monuments and nightclubs.

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Porto

Portugal, Norte region

Night life Food Culture Historic Beaches 3 nightsSat. Jan 03 - Tue. Jan 06

Porto, the second largest city in Portugal, is an ancient city, yet one that is young and vibrant in spirit. A coastal city located on the northern bank of the mouth of the Douro River, it is home to historical sites - baroque churches, bell towers rising over the city, magnificent Art Nouveau style buildings, and narrow alleys studded with bookstores and antiques- as well as a vibrant night life, great shopping, cafes, excellent restaurants, and the Port lodges which feature the outstanding local Port wines. Porto is also known for its laid-back vibe and its beauty - charming homes along the banks of the river, romantic spots, and picturesque bridges which connect its two sides.

Porto, a breathtaking coastal city, blends its deep historic roots and rich heritage with a young and vibrant vibe, avant-garde culture, and outstanding wine.

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Top rated attractions in Porto, Portugal from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Braganca

Braganca, Portugal

Bragança Citadela by Miguel Vieira

Braganca, a beautiful and well-preserved medieval village, is located in northeastern Portugal in the Tras-os-Montes region of Portugal. Tras-os-Montes, meaning “behind the mountains” best describes this most remote region which was cut off from the world by three mountain ranges.
Town Center, Braganca

The castle of Bragança by Bernt Rostad
Medieval Town, Braganca

Bragança views by Marina
Castle, Braganca

Braganca Castle by orangebrompton
Abade de Bacal Museum, Braganca

Bragança town by Marina
Day trip to Montesinho Natural Park

Montesinho Natural Park by Porto Convention & Visitors Bureau
Day trip to International Douro Natural Park

Parque Natural de Arribes del Duero / International Douro Natural Park by Jose M. Rus
Castro de Avelas Church, Braganca

Iglesia de São Bento de Castro de Avelãs by José Antonio Gil Martínez
Day trip to Prehistoric Rock-Art Site, Coa Valley

The Coa Valley by Bernt Rostad
Day trip to Alvao Natural Park

29/07/2012 · Serra do Alvão by Antero Pires
Day trip to Vila Real

Vila Real by Porto Convention & Visitors Bureau

The lively university town of Vila Real has 13th century roots, lovely historic landmarks, breathtaking views from its steep slopes, and outstanding port wine.

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Braganca

Portugal, Norte region

Active Nature Historic Night life 2 nightsTue. Jan 06 - Thu. Jan 08

Braganca, a beautiful and well-preserved medieval village, is located in northeastern Portugal in the Tras-os-Montes region of Portugal. Tras-os-Montes, meaning “behind the mountains” best describes this most remote region which was cut off from the world by three mountain ranges.

Braganca, a beautiful and well-preserved medieval town in a formerly remote region of Portugal, is now an agricultural trade center and home to a modern city.

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Things to do in and around Coimbra

Coimbra, Portugal

Coimbra by Ana Guzzo

Coimbra, a historic riverfront city, was Portugal’s capital between the 12th and 13th centuries. It has a well-preserved medieval town, and its character is largely influenced by its world renowned academic institution, the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest universities in the world and the oldest and most prestigious in Portugal.
University of Coimbra

Coimbra by Serge LAROCHE
Praca do Comercio, Coimbra

Praça do Comércio - Coimbra, Portugal by Kirk K
Historic Center, Coimbra

coimbra - praca do comercio (2) by damian entwistle
Botanical Garden, Coimbra

20140621-Portugal-0914-Coimbra-Jardim_Botânico_da_Universidade by Arjan Veen
Day trip to National Forest of Bussaco

Palace Hotel do Bussaco, Bussaco, Portugal by Biblioteca de Arte / Art Library Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian
Day trip to Moeda Caves

Fountain of Tears by nmmacedo
Choupal National Forest, Coimbra

Untitled by Jastin Soares
National Museum Machado de Castro, Coimbra

20140621-Portugal-0893-Coimbra-Museu_Nacional_de_Machado_de_Castro by Arjan Veen
The Joanina Library, Coimbra

Biblioteca Joanina by Varun Shiv Kapur
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha, Coimbra

Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha, Coimbra by David Samuel Santos
Day trip to Douro River

Duoro Valley-18 by Graeme Churchard
Day trip to Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park

Vale Glaciar do Zêzere by Rodrigo Antunes
Velha Cathedral, Coimbra

Sé Velha by Renata F. Oliveira
New Cathedral, Coimbra

Portugal-21 - Se Velho by Dennis Jarvis
Chapel of Sao Miguel, Coimbra

Capela de Sao Miguel, Coimbra by Baz
Church of Santiago, Coimbra

20140621-Portugal-0874-Coimbra-Rua_Visconde_da_Luz-Igreja_Santiago by Arjan Veen
Day trip to Conimbriga

Conimbriga by Zuvor
Day trip to Porto

Ligurian colours by Valentina_A

Porto, a breathtaking coastal city, blends its deep historic roots and rich heritage with a young and vibrant vibe, avant-garde culture, and outstanding wine.

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Coimbra

Portugal, Centro region

Night life Historic Culture Active Nature 2 nightsThu. Jan 08 - Sat. Jan 10

Coimbra, a historic riverfront city, was Portugal’s capital between the 12th and 13th centuries. It has a well-preserved medieval town, and its character is largely influenced by its world renowned academic institution, the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest universities in the world and the oldest and most prestigious in Portugal.

Coimbra is a charming, lively city which is steeped in culture and history – which offers a wide range of restaurants, cafes, pastry shops, monuments and nightclubs.

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Top rated attractions in Coimbra, Portugal from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Evora

Evora, Portugal

Evora by IMBiblio

Evora, the capital of the Alentejo region, is a beautiful town- a museum-city – with roots dating back to Roman times. Surrounded by 14th century walls and home to narrow, winding alleys, diverse and outstanding architecture, Roman antiquities, and a picturesque central square, it is one of the best preserved and oldest towns in Portugal and has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Evora is also a lively university city, full of bars and excellent restaurants.
Chapel of Bones, Evora

Capela dos Ossos by Tom Raftery
Historic Center, Evora

Evora Street by Larry Myhre
Cathedral, Evora

DSC_1916a by Ivo Anastácio
Silver Water Aqueduct, Evora

Aqueduto da Água de Prata 1, Évora by Paola Farrera
Day trip to Cromlech of the Almendres

Cromlech dos Almendres, Portugal by paula soler-moya
Day trip to Estrada de Escarpa

A famosa vista na entrada do Santuário do Caraça by Glauco Umbelino
Evora University, Evora

DSC_1859a by Ivo Anastácio
Fortifications, Evora

Evora by Jan de Boer
Evora Museum

Evora, Portugal by Stephen Colebourne
Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval, Evora

Évora-018 by Alessandro Grussu
Day trip to Guadiana Valley Natural Park

Le fleuve Guadiana à Mértola (Portugal) by Jean-Pierre Dalbéra
Day trip to Serra de Sao Mamede Natural Park

Stumps of harder rock remain atop this cliff by Beth
Convent of Loios, Evora

Évora-016 by Alessandro Grussu
Roman Temple, Evora

The Roman Temple - Evora, Portugal by Kirk K
Fountain of Moura Gate, Evora

Évora XI by Humberto Santos
Carriage Museum, Evora

1908 Holsman 2 Passenger Runabout by Paul Cooper
Day trip to Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela (VI) by Pedro Nuno Teixeira Santos
Day trip to Lisbon

Castelo de São Jorge, Lisbon by Alan Bell

Lisbon, the charming coastal capital of Portugal, is located geographically on the fringes of Europe, but it is one of the continent’s oldest cities and one of its liveliest.

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Evora

Portugal, Alentejo region

Historic Small towns Food Culture Nature 2 nightsSat. Jan 10 - Mon. Jan 12

Evora, the capital of the Alentejo region, is a beautiful town- a museum-city – with roots dating back to Roman times. Surrounded by 14th century walls and home to narrow, winding alleys, diverse and outstanding architecture, Roman antiquities, and a picturesque central square, it is one of the best preserved and oldest towns in Portugal and has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Evora is also a lively university city, full of bars and excellent restaurants.

Evora, one of the best-preserved and oldest towns in Portugal, is an enchanting and lively town, brimming with history, art, culture, and outstanding cuisine.

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Top rated attractions in Evora, Portugal from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

Castelo de São Jorge, Lisbon by Alan Bell

A naturally beautiful city which is surrounded by and set on seven steep hills (though some say eight!), Lisbon overlooks the Tagus River, the longest river in the Iberian Peninsula. Characterized by its laid-back atmosphere, Lisbon is known for vibrant culture, history, and architecture as well as for its picture-perfect panoramas.
Bairro Alto, Lisbon

Bairro Alto, Lisboa, Portugal by p-b 70
Historic Center, Lisbon

Lisbon 1 by Olli Virtanen
De Sao Jorge Castle, Lisbon

Lisbon With Langon - 26 by Kyle Taylor
Hieronymites Monastery, Lisbon

Monastery at Belem by Cycling Man
Day trip to Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela (VI) by Pedro Nuno Teixeira Santos
Day trip to Pena National Palace

Palácio Nacional da Pena- Sintra (Explore) by Sagrario Gallego
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, Lisbon

Museu Calouste Gulbenkian by Sheila Thomson
Palace of the Marquises, Lisbon

Lisboa, Lisbonne by Bernard-G
Belem Tower, Lisbon

Torre de Belem, Lisbon by Tracey & Doug
Rua Augusta, Lisbon

Rua Augusta by Simon Collison
Day trip to Monserrate Palace

Palácio Nacional de Monserrate, Sintra by Pedro Carmona e Santos
Day trip to Cruz Alta

Cruz Alta by Andrea DG
Lisbon Cathedral

The Oldest Church by Afonso F Garcia
Quinta das Conchas, Lisbon

just another day by meeg-el
Arco da Rua Augusta, Lisbon

Arco da Rua Augusta, Lisbon by www.GlynLowe.com
Sao Pedro de Alcantara, Lisbon

JSPA(21-11-2007)_03 by dpev dpp
Day trip to Pena Park

Peña Corta y Ruta del Agua (204) by Bealocal Valencia
Day trip to Mafra National Palace

Mafra National Palace - Palácio Nacional de Mafra - 2 by * starrynight1
Museum of the Orient, Lisbon

Chinese Propaganda Posters at the Service of Politics by Pedro Ribeiro Simões
National Coach Museum, Lisbon

P1020718 by Jason Pearce
National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon

Exterior of Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga Lisbon by Karen Bryan
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte, Lisbon

Lisbon clouds by Rol247*
Day trip to Estrada de Escarpa

A famosa vista na entrada do Santuário do Caraça by Glauco Umbelino
Day trip to Peneda-Geres National Park

Peneda - Geres National Park, Portugal-6 by Graeme Churchard

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Lisbon

Portugal, Lisbon region

Night life Historic Food Culture Beaches 3 nightsMon. Jan 12 - Thu. Jan 15

A naturally beautiful city which is surrounded by and set on seven steep hills (though some say eight!), Lisbon overlooks the Tagus River, the longest river in the Iberian Peninsula. Characterized by its laid-back atmosphere, Lisbon is known for vibrant culture, history, and architecture as well as for its picture-perfect panoramas.

Lisbon, the charming coastal capital of Portugal, is located geographically on the fringes of Europe, but it is one of the continent’s oldest cities and one of its liveliest.

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Top rated attractions in Lisbon, Portugal from TripAdvisor

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