Sintra is only 25km from Lisbon, which makes it ideal for a day trip, or even a half-day trip if super pushed for time. There’s no more efficient way to make the most of however much time you have available than with a private driver and guide. They can pick you up from your accommodation […]
Month: May 2022
The Best Restaurants in Sintra
Exploring the beautiful region of Sintra will provide one of the most memorable experiences during your visit to Portugal, with spectacular castles and palaces, historic villages and beautiful beaches to explore on the rugged Atlantic coast. The area also features a thriving restaurant scene, and whether you are looking for freshly caught fish and seafood […]
A Tour of Lisbon’s Alternative Neighbourhoods
Marvila and Beato Some way out of the centre of Lisbon is the trendy, up-and-coming area of Marvila and its neighbouring district Beato, next to the Tejo river. This formerly downtrodden area of abandoned warehouses has now flourished into a thriving urban hub following its revitalisation over the past few years, with a growing entrepreneurial […]
Lisbon Wine Tours
Day Trips from Lisbon Portugal offers an ideal destination for wine lovers, and exploring the vineyards in the various wine regions around the country is a popular pastime. The wine estates range from modern to family-run, traditional and historical, some of which produce unique and rare varieties. If you are based in Lisbon, there are […]