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One Day in a City > Destinations > Europe > Portugal

Portugal 1-Day Itineraries and Travel Tips

Portugal 24-hour itineraries and other travel tips, including Lisbon, Porto, Lagos, and Sintra 1-day travel guides. Plus, get other Portugal vacation inspiration for day trips, hotels, restaurants, and more.

One Day in Sintra, Portugal

November 13, 2020 By Gina
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Visiting Pena Palace is at the top of the list for things to do if you have just one day in Sintra.

How to Have a Perfect Day Trip to Sintra One look at Sintra and you may very well imagine it got its start written in the pages of a fairytale. This magical ambiance makes it a perfect place to spend a day during a trip to Portugal. Sintra is a picturesque small town … [Read more...]

One Day in Porto: Things to Do When Short on Time

November 2, 2020 By Gina
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One Day in Porto – The Perfect One Day Itinerary Porto is an exciting and vibrant city full of fascinating history and beautiful sites to discover. The city’s main highlights and attractions are all located within close proximity to the center making it easy to explore if … [Read more...]

One Day in Lagos, Portugal

November 2, 2020 By Gina
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Fortress in Lagos

How to Spend One Perfect Day in Lagos Lagos, Portugal is a top destination for travelers looking for natural beauty, a relaxed atmosphere, and historic charm. Plus, it's a destination that's possible to experience in just a day. Located in the heart of the sunny Algarve … [Read more...]

Must-Eat Food in Lisbon, Portugal: Sardines

November 2, 2020 By Gina
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Lisbon Food: Eating Sardines in Lisbon

Eating sardines in Lisbon is not as easy as it seems! Here's why... I look down at the three eyeballs staring blankly back at me. I then glance back up at my server, a graying and busy-looking man who – while not unfriendly – hasn’t smiled much in our few minutes of interaction. … [Read more...]

One Day in Lisbon

November 2, 2020 By Gina
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The Alfama District is just one of many excellent sights to see during one day in Lisbon.

One Day in a City Itinerary: Lisbon, Portugal What to see and do when short on time in Lisbon. Highlights of Lisbon, Portugal include everything from cathedrals to castles to colorful streamers running above your head as you walk down narrow, cobblestoned streets. I … [Read more...]

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