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What are the best things to do in Portugal?

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1. Kayak through the Bengali Sea Cave: Benagil Sea Cave is the most famous grotto in southern Portugal with its mesmerizing natural skylight through the eye and beautiful white sands and glistening water on the inside. Going on a two hour long Kayak or SUP tour and enjoying your time exploring this beautiful sea cave is one of the best things to do in Portugal. 2. Listen to a live fado performance in Lisbon: Fado is a traditional music genre of Portugal that is listed in UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage of humanity. It is basically melodious songs accompanied by strumming of guitars or mandolins. You can find people enjoying this art form at different fado houses of the Lisbon city like Baiuca, Adega Machado, Cafe Luso and many more.3. Surf the giant waves in Nazaré: Nazare, a village popular for giant Atlantic waves attracts surfers from all around the world to try surfing these waves. This goes without saying that the waves here are for experts only and beginners are not encouraged to take part in it. Also while you are in Nazare, don’t forget to get a beautiful view from the lighthouse of Sao Miguel Arcanjo Fort.  4. Join a Portuguese food tour in Lisbon: A food tour in Lisbon is one of the best ways to explore the cuisine, culture and history of Portugal. There are many options to choose from when looking for a food tour in Lisbon, which take you from popular restaurants and cafes to offbeat eateries only locals know about. Try delicacies like Bacalhau, caldo verde, sausage and kale soup, or Pastel de Nata and many more while exploring the food capital of Portugal.

Question 2

What are the most romantic things to do in Portugal for couples?

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1. Walk hand-in-hand through Alfama’s cozy streets: With its narrow streets, stone staircases, melodious fado music and amazing wine, Alfama is a scene from a romcom movie. Enjoy your walk with your partner while admiring the beauty of Alfama and you can also buy trinkets and souvenirs from the many cute little shops here.2. Take a Port Wine Cellar Tour & Tasting: Porto is famous across the world for its Port Wine and what better way to celebrate romance than toasting a glass of wine. There are many places you can try the Port, but Graham is most recommended by locals. Due to its location you get to enjoy wine with great views of the city and river, and you can even book one of the vintage rooms for a more private and romantic experience. 3. Go Stargazing in Monsaraz: Stargazing is one of the most romantic things to do in Portugal. The Alentejo region of the country is included in UNESCO’s starlight tourism destinations, and the town of Monsaraz near this region with no light pollution makes the experience magical. You can easily observe the constellations and many celestial bodies even with your naked eye and if you are lucky, you can even see the Milky way. 4. Walk the Medieval Walls of the Moorish Castle in Sintra: Life your royal dreams while visiting the Moorish Castle in Sintra as you stroll around with your partner’s hand in yours. This castle gives you a private experience with fewer visitors and spectacular views of the Sintra mountain range. Click pictures with your loved ones and watch a beautiful sunset from here before heading back.

Question 3

What are the things to do in Portugal at night?

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1. Visit the Ponte De Dom Luis I Bridge: The Ponte de Dom Luis I is a double deck metal bridge that connects Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia. Visiting this stunning piece of architecture is one of the most recommended things to do in Portugal at night owing to the mesmerizing views of sea, boats and city lights.2. Party all night at the Strip: The Strip is a road that stretches from Monte Choro to Areias de Sao Joao and is swarmed with nightclubs and bars. This is the best place to enjoy a nightlife in Portugal with the cheapest drinks, all day parties and delicious english breakfasts. 3. Visit Baixa Bar: Visit Baxia Bar for the best custom cocktails and great services. This bar offers the safest nightlife experience in Portugal with dance, fun, drinks and food all at its best. Baixa bar is amongst the few places frequently visited by the locals making the experience here so special. 4. Take a Ghost Tour: Have an unforgettable night as you take a ghost tour in Lisbon with the guide telling you all about serial killers, unsolved cases and local horror stories. One of the most popular Ghost tours is Lisbon Mysteries- Untold Stories, learn about the spooky history of Lisbon and visit places like cemeteries and old buildings. The tour will also take you through Chiado and the cursed Church of Sao Domingos.

Question 4

What are the things to do in Portugal with kids?

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1. Enjoy the beaches in Lagos: Kids love beaches and luckily Lagos in Portugal is home to many sandy beaches with a lot of water sports activities and relaxing opportunities. The little one’s can enjoy swimming, building castles and even learn to surf while you sunbathe. 2. Ride a tuk- tuk: You should definitely let your kids try a tuk- tuk when in Portugal and let them have the experience of a lifetime. You can easily find them in the city of Lisbon, Porto and Sintra. 3. Explore the gardens of Quinta da Regaleira: Quinta da Regaleira is one of the most beautiful Castles of Sintra and one of its main features is the gardens that this place hosts. Kids will love exploring the secrets of this garden, the tunnels, the hidden passageways, waterfall and the 27m deep well with staircase.4. Visit Costa Nova: Costa Nova is the most colorful town of Portugal with bright striped houses lining the streets. Your kids will definitely love this picturesque town that looks like a scene from a story book.

Question 5

What are the best things to do in Portugal with family?

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1. See local marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium: Visiting Europe’s largest indoor aquarium, the Lisbon Oceanarium, with your whole family to see the local marine life is one of the best things to do in Portugal. It will take you around two hours to witness the various fishes, sharks, otters, birds, amphibians and invertebrates this aquarium has on display. 2. Come to face to face with wildlife at Jardim Zoológico: Jardim Zoologico is a zoo situated across the Sete Rios train station that will keep your family entertained during the visit with special exhibitions, special feeding times and the many species it offers. You will also get to know about conservation of plants and natural habitats of different species while visiting this zoo.3. See Pink Flamingos in Ria Formosa Natural Park: Looking at the flamingos in Ria Formosa Natural Park at the marsland and saltwater lagoons and looking at the pink sight in front of you is one of the best things to do in Portugal. Kids will definitely be thrilled to see these birds and you can click beautiful family photographs with flamingos in the background to take home as a souvenir.4. Explore Dinosaur footprints up close: This is one of the best attractions of Portugal which lets you witness the footprints of dinosaurs up close. Visit the Pegadas de Dinossáurios in the Serras de Aire E Candeeiros National Park and take a walk on the wooden footpath along the trail of actual footprints left by dinosaurs.

Question 6

Where to go shopping in Portugal?

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1. Feira da Ladra: Feira da Ladra is one of Lisbon’s hidden places with cheap antique items including vibrant clothes, books, handmade goods, military objects, ancient coins and many more. This flea market’s name translates to “Thieves’ Market’, but it's just a name and is open from dawn to afternoons on every Tuesday and Saturday. 2. LX Factory Sunday Market: LX Factory is home to many start-ups and restaurants, and considered a paradise for art lovers with upcoming artists showcasing their works here. You can visit this place for a shopping spree on Sundays and get everything you need from local clothes and jewelry to food and amazing music. 3. Colombo Mall: It is one of the largest malls of the country with beautiful exteriors and interiors. If you want to experience luxury shopping then visit this mall and explore the 340 shops it houses.  You can find everything here, from clothes, footwear, accessories, etc. to delicious food and refreshing drinks for when you get tired from shopping.

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