Don’t worry, there are more than egg tart recommendations on this list 🤤
To be honest, I’ve only ever associated Portugal with football and egg tarts. So imagine my surprise when I found out it’s one of the oldest countries in Europe and has everything from quaint small towns to dramatic coastlines.
With a rich history comes stunning architecture, castles, delicacies and culture — but there’s only so much one can do in Portugal with limited days 😭
As a first-timer in Portugal, I was determined to see the best the country has to offer (while eating as many egg tarts as possible). Plus, I’m genetically ✨0.8% Iberian✨ so this was a chance to reconnect with my ancestral land 👀
After a week of exploring four different cities, here’s a list of 19 things you have to do in Lisbon, Sintra, Évora and Porto during your first visit to Portugal.
PSA: Those under 25 are entitled to youth discounts for most train and attraction tickets in Portugal. But for those who aren’t, here are some sweet travel deals you can score to save money by using your Citi Card. Read on to find out how!
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How to get to Portugal from Singapore
We flew Qatar Airways from Singapore to Lisbon. The total flight time was ~16 hours with a layover at Doha’s Hamad International Airport, split into ~8 hours per leg!
There are no direct flights from Singapore to Portugal but our flight passed so quickly and comfortably that it felt like one — the 2024 World’s Best Airline title is well-deserved 😌
Psst, get up to 10% off flights from Singapore to Lisbon when you fly with Qatar Airways, but more about that at the end.
Getting around Portugal
Inter-city trains
The easiest way to travel between cities in Portugal is by rail. Purchase your e-tickets and seats on the official Comboios de Portugal website and have them ready to be validated by the conductor on board.
*Pro-tip: Book your tickets five to eight days in advance to be entitled to the discounted promo ticket fare of up to 65%! There’s also a 25% youth discount for those 25 years old and under!
Public transport
Large cities in Portugal like Lisbon and Porto have a well-connected internal public transport system with metros, trams, buses and ferries.
We suggest getting a rechargeable card, Navegante card (Lisbon) and Andante card (Porto), to use across all modes of transport. These cards can be purchased from ticket booths at train and metro stations.
Private transport
Ride-hailing like Bolt or Uber is affordable in Portugal — our 20-minute ride to the Lisbon airport from the hotel was under €10! It’s also the most convenient way to get around small towns with infrequent public transport like Évora.
Lisbon — Portugal’s capital city
First up on our Portugal guide is Lisbon, Portugal’s capital and largest city. It’s also one of the oldest cities in the entire world, the second oldest in Europe after Athens!
Expect stunning architecture, delicious Portuguese egg tarts and a lot of steep hills — comfortable walking shoes will be your best friend 😮💨
To maximise our budget, we got the 24-Hour Lisboa Card (~S$39) which gave us free entry to 51 attractions like Castelo de São Jorge, Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. It also doubles as an unlimited transport card, making travelling between attractions convenient!
*Pro-tip: Purchase your Lisboa Card with your Citi Card on Klook to get S$10 off (min spend S$150) or Traveloka to get S$100 off (min spend S$1,000)!
1) Explore Castelo de São Jorge
Perched on the top of a hill, Castelo de São Jorge (St. George Castle) has the best panoramic view of the city.
Founded in the 10th century BC by the Moorish, this castle was used as a fortress to defend Lisbon and has seen the rise and fall of kingdoms and empires since.
While all that remains is the structure, it’s pretty crazy to be walking among so much history.
There is also a Museum Centre here which features excavated artefacts from the Iron Age, Roman period, medieval period and more for history buffs to check out. But my favourite part of the castle is the many resident peacocks roaming around.
Entrance fee: €15/adult, €7/youth (Free with the Lisboa City Card)
Opening hours: 9AM – 9PM (Mar – Oct), 9AM – 6PM (Nov – Feb)
How to get there: 5min walk from Miradouro Sta. Luzia tram stop (Google Maps)
2) Go book shopping at Livraria Bertrand Chiado
Livraria Bertrand in Chiado is the oldest operating bookstore in the world — and they have a Guinness World Records certificate at the door to prove it.
Founded in 1732, this close-to-300-year-old bookstore does not look a day over a century. It extends deep into the building, with each room showcasing floor-to-ceiling shelves displaying English, French, Spanish and mostly Portuguese titles.
There’s even a cafe at the back of the shop so you can curl up over a book and a cup of coffee.
The bibliophile in me rejoiced when they stamped the book I purchased, hereby certifying that it was bought at the oldest operating bookshop in the world — best souvenir ever 📚
Opening hours: 9AM – 10PM
How to get there: 5min walk from Baixa-Chiado metro station (Google Maps)
3) Spend the day at Belém district
Belém is a historic district in the west of Lisbon. About an hour’s journey from the city centre by tram, it’s home to many iconic attractions like Belém Tower, MAAT and the Monument to the Discoveries.
The most impressive attraction is the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in the 1500s. Constructed in the Portuguese Gothic Manueline style, the cloisters are made of intricately carved white marble — simply breathtaking.
The queue to enter the cloister can be intimidating but rest assured that it moves fast!
Just a few minutes’ walk away is Pastéis de Belém, the OG of Pastel de Nata — the Portuguese egg tarts we know and love. While it was invented by the monks of Jerónimos Monastery, the bakery has been using the same recipe since 1837.
They have a dine-in section so you can drop by for afternoon tea and savour its flakey sweetness.
*Pro-tip: Get the Lisboa Card to skip the ticket lines and get free access to Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery.
4) Try Portuguese food at Taberna Sal Grosso
Taberna Sal Grosso is a hole-in-the-wall tavern we stumbled across late at night — and it turned out to be the best meal we had in Portugal!
This tiny restaurant only seats 25 people and serves up traditional Portuguese petiscos (aka tapas). The menu changes regularly but mostly features meat and seafood options.
Everything was delicious but their best dish is the smoked pork belly (€12.50) which is melt-in-your-mouth tender — we’re still reminiscing about it 🤤 The mushroom rice (€6.50), which is a risotto, is fragrant and the perfect side dish to share.
And since you’re already dining out, pay with your Citi PremierMiles Card and earn 2.2 miles with every S$1 spend in foreign currency! For those without, apply now and get up to 30,000 bonus Citi Miles (valid for new Citi Cardmembers, T&Cs apply).
*Pro-tip: Make an online reservation two weeks in advance to secure a table as they are usually fully booked!
Cost: From €8/main
Opening hours: 12:30PM – 4PM, 7PM – 11PM
How to get there: 4min walk from Santa Apolonia metro station (Google Maps)
5) Get a bird’s eye view at Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
Miradouros, also known as viewpoints, are located all over Portugal and the best one in Lisbon in our books is Miradouro da Senhora do Monte.
It’s a steep walk to get to but the stellar view is the biggest reward. You can see the entirety of Lisbon from here including Castelo de São Jorge, the Tagus River and the 25 April Bridge.
If you’re planning on catching the sunset, we recommend coming early to secure a spot to sit at while sipping on a €5 sangria from the nearby Sushi Giro 🌇
Entrance fee: Free
Opening hours: 24hrs
How to get there: 4min walk from R. Graça tram stop (Google Maps)
6) Dinner with a view at Atira-te ao Rio
We weren’t lucky with the weather but the sunsets here are said to be epic!
Take the ferry from Cais do Sodré Ferry Terminal and cross the Tagus River to indulge in a riverside dinner at Atira-te ao Rio. They specialise in fresh Portuguese seafood and have a lovely view of Lisbon and the 25 April Bridge.
We ordered the Bacalhau à Brás (€18), which is a shredded salted cod mixed with chopped fried potatoes. But the grouper with potato chips (€24) was the star.
Make sure to reserve a table on the terrace — nothing beats wine with a view!
Cost: From €18/main
Opening hours: 12:30PM – 3:30PM, 7PM – 11PM
How to get there: Take a 15min ferry from Cais do Sodré to Cacilhas Ferry Terminal. From there, walk 10mins (Google Maps)
Sintra — a Fairytale town
Getting from Lisbon to Sintra: ~40min via train
A local at a flea market told us that a trip to Sintra is one of the best things to do in Portugal and I finally understand why.
Nestled in the Sintra Mountains, Sintra is a fairytale come to life. You’ll find whimsical palaces, ancient castles and lush gardens in this town — it’s just missing a dragon in a tower 🐉
Getting around Sintra: There are two tourist buses, 434 and 435, that run one-directional loops from the train station to major attractions. A single fare costs €4.55 so we recommend buying a 24-hour bus ticket (€13.50) from the bus driver for unlimited use on both lines.
Alternatively, you can book a join-in or private day tour from Lisbon on Klook if you’re short on time! And if you hit a minimum spend of S$150, you can get S$10 off bookings on Klook — exclusively for Citi Cardmembers.
7) Pretend to be royalty at the National Palace of Pena
The National Palace of Pena is the most iconic sight in Sintra. Built as a summer home for the Portuguese royals in the 19th century AD, it sits high above a mountain and overlooks the region.
The bright and colourful exterior helped earn its moniker as ‘the Fairytale Castle’ — it’s as dreamy in person 🏰
It gets chilly up there so pack a sweater to keep warm. The clouds also move quickly so it can be blue skies one second and cloudy the next! On some days, the castle is even above the clouds!
*Note: There is a timed entry for touring the palace rooms. Don’t make the mistake of entering the palace grounds at your chosen time as it’s a 30-minute hike up to the palace and you’ll miss your slot. There’s also a shuttle bus inside you can take up to the palace for €3/round-trip.
Entrance fee: From €17/adult
Opening hours: 9:30AM – 6:30PM (Last entry 6PM)
How to get there: Take bus 434 for 20min from Sintra station (Google Maps)
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8) Frolic around the gardens of Quinta da Regaleira
If there’s one word to describe Quinta da Regaleira, it’s mystical.
It’s an enormous property with a gorgeous palace, a chapel, lakes, caves, a waterfall, fountains and stunning manicured gardens. You can easily spend hours getting lost exploring the grounds.
But the most mysterious attraction there is the Initiation Well — an inverted tower with a descending spiral staircase.
No one really knows what it was built for but it’s theorised that it was used for initiation ceremonies by the Knights of Templar. It could’ve been used for rituals by the Freemasons or other secret societies too.
It gets darker as you descend deeper into the well and connects to a network of underground caves — spooky!
Entrance fee: €12/adult
Opening hours: 10AM – 6:30PM (Jan – Mar, Oct – Dec), 10AM – 7:30PM (Apr – Sep)
How to get there: Take bus 435 for 10min from Sintra station (Google Maps)
9) Retrace history at the Moorish Castle
The Moorish Castle is a medieval fortress built in the 8th century AD by the Moors. This Islamic civilisation ruled over the Iberian Peninsula for four centuries after the Roman Empire.
The castle was captured by the Christian forces in the 12th century but was still used for the military. It looks like something straight out of Game of Thrones!
Despite being over a millennium old, the castle is in amazing condition, with solid stone stairs winding over the hill. It also has breathtaking views of the Sintra region — you can see Quinta da Regaleira from here!
Entrance fee: From ~S$17.50/adult
Opening hours: 9:30AM – 6PM (Last entry 5:30PM)
How to get there: Take bus 434 for 20min from Sintra station (Google Maps)
*Pro-tip: Skip the queues by pre-booking your tickets on Klook to get S$10 off (min spend S$150) or Traveloka for up to S$100 off with Citi Cards!
10) Hike Europe’s westernmost point at Cabo de Roca
Praia da Aroeira is a secluded beach with a rugged coastline.
The highlight of our trip is Cabo de Roca, the westernmost point of Europe. Just a half an hour’s bus ride from Sintra, we were greeted by a stunning cape with dramatic cliffs, rocks, a lighthouse and the Atlantic Ocean.
The trail starts at the side of the main road.
Most people gather at the iconic viewpoint but here’s a lesser-known spot with a better, unobstructed view of the beach. Walk along the main road towards the open field on the right until you see a trailhead marked “GR11”.
The trail is easy and takes you through beautiful wildflowers, leading to lookout points over beaches like Praia da Aroeira and Praia da Urasa. We were there during golden hour and it was incredibly peaceful. We even met a friendly stray dog on the trail 🐕
You can also hike down to Praia da Urasa to see the giant stone formations on the beach but be warned that it’s a steep and difficult hike. Avoid going in the evening as the tide gets high.
Entrance fee: Free
Opening hours: 24hrs
How to get there: Take bus 1253 for 30mins from Largo Ferreira Castro (Google Maps)
Coordinates of trailhead: QGJ3+PR4 Colares, Portugal (Google Maps)
Évora — the UNESCO Museum-city
Getting from Lisbon to Évora: ~2hrs via train
Just 2 hours east of Lisbon by train is the quaint city of Évora, the capital of Portugal’s Alentejo region.
The city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986 thanks to the preservation of historical ruins and architecture from the 16th century — aka Portugal’s Golden Age!
Its cobblestone streets are lined with whitewashed and yellow houses — it’s as dreamy and sleepy as it looks. We visited on a weekday and there was virtually no crowd aside from a few tourists shopping along the main street 🤩
Getting around Évora: It’s a walkable city but you can take Uber or Bolt for attractions outside the city centre. Alternatively, book a day tour from Lisbon for more convenience.
11) Ponder mortality at the Chapel of Bones
The Chapel of Bones is one of the most popular attractions in Évora and the reason is not for the faint of heart. Decorated with around 5,000 human bones from the city’s cemeteries, the small chapel has piqued the interest of dark tourism enthusiasts.
It was built to provoke the reflection of life and its transience, with a poem by a pillar imploring visitors to stop and ponder about their mortality. While the skulls were slightly unnerving, it’s still hauntingly beautiful and worth the visit!
Entrance fee: €6/adult, €4/youth
Opening hours: 9AM – 6:30PM (Summer), 9AM – 5PM (Winter)
How to get there: 10min Uber ride or 20min walk from Évora train station (Google Maps)
12) Visit the Cathedral of Évora
The Cathedral of Évora is one of the most underrated attractions in Évora.
Though unassuming on the outside, it’s actually the largest medieval cathedral in the country! The terrace is also the highest point in the city, with panoramic views of little red roofs and rolling green plains.
But the most memorable part of the cathedral is the cloister, which we were lucky enough to have to ourselves. The arched ceilings, long corridors and gothic architecture looked straight out of a Harry Potter movie — I was awestruck.
The cathedral is also home to a museum, which you can enter on top of the cathedral, with a Complete Visit ticket (€5).
Entrance fee: From €4/adult
Opening hours: 9AM – 5PM
How to get there: 9min walk from Chapel of Bones (Google Maps)
13) Check out the Roman Temple of Évora
Built in the 1st century AD, the Roman Temple of Évora sits in the city centre. Even though columns are all that is left from the days of the Roman Empire, it has become the most iconic symbol of Évora.
Many confuse this temple as the Temple of Diana, dedicated to the Roman Goddess of Diana, but it was actually a tribute to Roman Emperor Augustus!
Some attractions nearby are the Cathedral of Évora, Évora Library, Évora Museum and Miradouro do Jardim Diana.
Entrance fee: Free
Opening hours: 24hrs
How to get there: 3min walk from Cathedral of Évora (Google Maps)
Porto — the City of Port wine and tiles
Getting from Lisbon to Porto: ~3.5hrs via train
Not to be biased, but Porto is my favourite city in Portugal.
Despite being the second largest city in the country after Lisbon, we found ourselves forgoing public transport and walking instead because every street is just so picturesque. The 10 to 15-minute walking distance between attractions in the city centre makes it feel more compact!
While there are many tourists, the city still retains the old-world charm and laid-back vibe of a coastal town. For wine connoisseurs, it’s also the gateway to the Duoro Valley wine region 😉
14) Chase Azulejo tiles
Chapel of Souls (left) and Church of Saint Ildefonso (right).
Azulejos are decorative tiles that can be found across Portugal and Spain — and you can find them on almost every building in Porto!
It’s said that the tiles are cobalt blue as the Portuguese fell in love with Chinese porcelain. These tiles usually depict Portuguese history and it takes tens of thousands of them to cover a building 🤯
Sao Bento station (left) and Porto Cathedral (right).
Some of the most impressive and beautiful Azulejo tiles can be found in São Bento Station, the Chapel of Souls, Church of Saint Ildefonso and Porto Cathedral.
15) Buy books at Livraria Lello
With a stained glass ceiling, carved wooden bookshelves and a staircase that splits into a bridge — Livraria Lello rightfully deserves the title of Most Beautiful Bookstore in the World.
Stepping inside is truly a magical experience, so much so that it’s said to have inspired J.K Rowling’s Harry Potter when she was living in Porto!
You’ll need to book a paid timeslot online to enter the bookstore but your ticket will offset the cost of any in-store purchase. Fair warning though as it’s crowded all day 🫠
Entrance fee: From €8/pax
Opening hours: 9AM – 7:30PM
How to get there: 8min walk from São Bento station (Google Maps)
*Pro-tip: Get the Gold ticket voucher (€15.90) to be entitled to the priority queue and a book.
16) Tour the Bolsa Palace
The Bolsa Palace is one of the most opulent buildings in Porto, but it was not for royalty.
It was actually the city’s Stock Exchange building built by the Commercial Association — 19th-century finance bros rejoice!
It took 18 years to complete the Arab Room!
You can only enter the palace with a 30-minute guided tour that will take you through lavish rooms like the Hall of Nations and the jewel of the palace, the Arab Room.
FYI, we suggest purchasing your tickets at the ticket counter if the English tours online are sold out as they open more timeslots onsite. Good news — this attraction accepts card payments so those with a Citi PremierMiles Card can use it to earn up to 2.2 Citi Miles for every S$1 spend (plus Citi Miles never expire)! Or apply now and get up to 30,000 bonus Citi Miles (valid for new Citi Cardmembers, T&Cs apply).
Entrance fee: €12/adult
Opening hours: 9AM – 6:30PM
How to get there: 8min walk from São Bento station (Google Maps)
17) Try port wine at Caves Cálem
No trip to Porto is complete without sampling their namesake drink — port wine 🍷
We went on a tour and tasting at Caves Cálem. They have been making port wines since 1859 and the guided tour took us through their museum and cellar. The oldest fermentation vat there is over a hundred years old!
The Premium Tasting (€20) comes with three different types of port wine to try — Cálem White & Dry, Late Bottled Vintage and 10 Years Old Tawny.
It was my first time trying port wine and I was pleasantly surprised by how smooth and unalcoholic-like it tastes! The difference between port wine and regular wine is that the former is sweeter, with a higher alcohol percentage between 18% – 20% — deliciously deceptive.
Cost: From €19 (inclusive of tour and tasting)
Tour timings: Varies
How to get there: 10min walk from Jardim do Morro metro station (Google Maps)
18) Bake Pastéis de Nata at Boiler Studio
Pastéis de Nata aka Portuguese egg tarts are sold everywhere and you’ll definitely step into a Castro or Manteigaria bakery outlet (popular local chains) during your first visit to Portugal — or fifth 🤭
These delicious custard treats are insanely addictive — so why not learn how to make them yourself at Boiler Studio! The 1.5-hour workshop is taught by Patricia, who made the experience fun with her dry humour. She would remind us that it’s a team effort but it’s on us if they turn out awful 🤣
The class also comes with one complimentary drink and Patricia is the best bartender — sipping on her Port Tonic cocktail while dancing to ABBA is a core memory for sure 🕺
BTW… there’s a resident Pekingese doggo called Berto!
Cost: €35/pax
Workshop timings: 10AM, 12:30PM, 3:30PM
How to get there: 6min walk from São Bento station (Google Maps)
19) Watch the sunset at Miradouro da Serra do Pilar
While many usually gather at the grass patch at Jardim do Morro for sunset, we felt that it was too crowded and the view was partially blocked by trees.
Instead, head up to Miradouro da Serra do Pilar for an unobstructed view of Porto and the Duoro River. Plus, it’s not as crowded!
There was even a busker singing while we were waiting for the sun to set — it made the vibes 10/10.
Entrance fee: Free
Opening hours: 24hrs
How to get there: 5min walk from Jardim do Morro metro station (Google Maps)
Accommodations in Portugal
HF Fenix Urban (Lisbon)
HF Fenix Urban is located in the centre of Lisbon, within walking distance of trendy cafes, restaurants and supermarkets. It’s also a 3-minute walk to Parque Metro station.
The rooms are spacious and clean — but the best part is that they have a bidet in the bathroom. Albeit a European one.
Cost: From S$165/night for a Twin Room (up to 2 pax)
Address: Av. António Augusto de Aguiar 14, 1050-016 Lisboa, Portugal (Google Maps)
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Sintra Green Chalet Bed & Breakfast (Sintra)
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Sintra Green Chalet Bed & Breakfast is a charming retreat in the heart of Sintra. While the rooms are on the smaller end, it’s a comfortable place to recharge after a full day of exploring.
It’s also a 10-minute walk to Sintra train station and a short bus ride to Sintra Historic Centre, with plenty of food options readily available nearby. Bonus: Citi Cardmembers can get up to 22% off selected hotels worldwide on Expedia!
Cost: From S$100/night for a Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (up to 2 pax)
Address: R. Veiga da Cunha 18, 2710-627 Sintra, Portugal (Google Maps)
Hilton Garden Inn (Évora)
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Opened in May 2023, the Hilton Garden Inn Évora is a splash of modern comfort in Évora. The rooms are spacious and feature a contemporary design with sleek furniture. The hotel is also conveniently located within walking distance from attractions like the Chapel of Bones, Giraldo Square and Évora train station.
Cost: From S$111/night for a King Room (up to 2 pax)
Address: Tv. João Rosa, 7005-413 Évora, Portugal (Google Maps)
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Hotel Acta the Clover (Porto)
Hotel Acta The Clover was the perfect base in Porto as we ended up walking to all our attractions.
It’s a 3-minute walk from Rua de Santa Caterina Street, which is Porto’s main shopping street. Attractions like Bolhão Market, Chapel of the Souls and many retail and dining options can be found along this street.
The rooms are cosy and ours came with a balcony overlooking the main road, which is nice for people-watching over tea in the morning. The hotel also has a roof on the seventh floor where you can sit and catch the sunset over the city.
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Cost: From S$142/night for a Double Room with 2 Single Beds (up to 2 pax)
Address: R. de Gonçalo Cristóvão 110, 4000-408 Porto, Portugal (Google Maps)
Tips for planning your first trip to Portugal
Portugal is an amazing destination jam-packed with incredible sights, delicious food and rich culture. Visiting these four cities is just scratching the surface of things to do in Portugal.
Planning a multi-city trip can be pretty stressful especially if you’re on a time crunch — we did our trip in eight days and it still feels like we needed more time! Here are some tips to help prepare for your first time in Portugal:
1) Get an eSIM to stay connected
Navigating around Portugal was one of the biggest obstacles of the trip. Thankfully, we were connected to the Internet and could rely on Google Maps. We bought our eSIMs from Airalo and activated it easily upon landing in Lisbon.
Psst, get 15% off all Airalo eSIMs when you purchase with a Citi Card using the promo code <CITI15>!
2) Pre-book your activities before they are sold out
Popular attractions like Livraria Lello, wine tasting and the National Palace of Pena get sold out quickly, especially during peak seasons like the summer.
Make sure to book your desired time slot online or you’ll be left waiting in the physical ticket queue — which is separate from the entrance queue. Secure your tickets to attractions like Jeronimos Monastery and the Moorish Castle by pre-booking them on online platforms like Klook or Traveloka.
Reminder: Citi Cardmembers get S$10 off bookings on Klook with a minimum spend of S$150, and up to S$100 off bookings on Traveloka!
3) Look out for deals to save
A trip to Europe doesn’t always have to hurt the wallet — especially if you can score discounts on accommodations, activities and attractions! For Citi Cardmembers, here are some exclusive travel deals to look out for:
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| Activities and attractions | Klook | – S$10 off (min. spend S$150) – Valid until 30 Sep 2024 |
| eSIMs | Airalo | – 15% off all eSIMs – Promo code: CITI15 – Valid until 30 Jun 2025 |
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Know of any other things to do in Portugal to add to our guide? Share with us in the comments!
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