7 Day Trips From Lisbon to Spice Up Your Portugal Holiday
Lisbon (Lisboa) is a legendary city with over 20 centuries of history. The capital of Portugal since the Moorish conquest of 1147, it is extremely likable and lively, boasting an array of activities demanding one’s undivided attention… well, at least for the first few days. As our company of friends recently found out for ourselves, there is much more to Portugal once you satiate yourself with Lisboa’s flavour. Actually, there’s so much to explore in this relatively small country, that we had to argue about which of our favourite destinations to include in the list below.
So, if you find yourself bored in Lisbon with several days left on your holiday, why not make the most of your holiday, rent a car and hit the road? We propose the following itineraries–each within a day of round-trip driving from Lisboa.
Day trip 1: Porto
Do not stop on the way, for there is plenty to see in Porto–Lisboa’s rival city. Snap pictures around the Cathedral area, try the amazing sushi and ceviche at the riverside quarter of Ribeira, browse the market of Bolh
