Guest post: Keoni James-Ashkewe & Miranda Waite
Muito Obrigado, Lisbon, Faro, Coimbra, Porto, Portugal
Spring is a beautiful time to be in Portugal. The skies although mostly clear, will bless you with the occasional drizzle, while the cool air is perfect for visiting the not so crowded tourist favorites.
Enjoy the photographic journey of our guest contributors, as they travel and dine their way through Portugal’s epic spaces.
Experience Unforgettable Cuisine
Oh! the food is superb, and can be washed down with local wine which is red, sweet and inexpensive because Port wine hails from the Douro valley, which also happens to be a World Heritage Site.
Majestic Sights
Amazing Architecture
Inspiring Beauty
Places You Must Visit In these Cities on a Trip to Portugal
5 Popular Tourist Spots for Each of the Portuguese Cities
Porto
- Ribeira District – Historic waterfront area with colorful buildings and restaurants
- Dom Luís I Bridge – Iconic double-deck metal arch bridge over the Douro River
- Livraria Lello – One of the most beautiful bookstores in the world
- Clérigos Tower – Baroque bell tower with panoramic views of the city
- Palácio da Bolsa – 19th-century neoclassical building with ornate interiors
Coimbra
- University of Coimbra – One of the oldest universities in Europe
- Joanina Library – Stunning baroque library within the university
- Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha – Gothic ruins with historical significance
- Portugal dos Pequenitos – Miniature park representing Portuguese culture and landmarks
- Sé Velha (Old Cathedral of Coimbra) – Romanesque cathedral with fortress-like design
Lisbon
- Belém Tower – Historic defense tower on the Tagus River
- Jerónimos Monastery – Manueline-style monastery and UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Alfama District – Oldest neighborhood with narrow alleys and traditional Fado music
- Lisbon Oceanarium – One of Europe’s largest aquariums
- São Jorge Castle – Hilltop fortress with views over the city
Faro
- Old Town (Cidade Velha) – Walled historic center with cobbled streets and architecture
- Arco da Vila – Neoclassical gateway into the old town
- Faro Cathedral – Mix of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles
- Museu Municipal de Faro – Museum housed in a former convent with Roman and Moorish artifacts
- Ria Formosa Natural Park – Coastal lagoon system ideal for birdwatching and boat tours
