A riverfront city, Coimbra is known for the University of Coimbra and it’s medieval heritage. Simply take the bus or drive to Peniche (1h20, great surfing spot by the way) and then hop on the boat to The boats only operate from May to September as the seas are too rough during the winter months. The view of Quinta da Regaleira Well is breath taking..thanks for the great learnings. Here are some of the things to do in TomarObidos is a beautiful medieval walled city. In the late afternoon, wander through the city and admire the riverfront. The beauty of Arrábida Natural Park is the Mediterranean like vegetation and 3 beaches. Trains are quite infrequent and cost 10 euros approx. We hope you enjoyed this list of best day trips from Lisbon Portugal. If interested take a river cruise or head to the miniature amusement park. Given the level of detail, no wonder the construction took almost a century (!)
… Our favorite beaches along this route are Carcavelos, the beaches in Cascais, and Praia do Guincho. The city is known for the religious sanctuary of Lady Fatima.Lisbon to Fatima is a popular day tour route. Tomar is also known as Thomar in English.
Thank you for such a comprehensive post! You can add that to the Viva Viagem re-loadable Lisbon transit ticket. So for this combination, take the 434 bus to Pena Palace first, then Moorish Castle, spend 4 hours there and after that head to the town center (via 434 bus), eat lunch and then walk to Quinta de Regaleira. You can start early morning via commuter trains or drive. If you are wanting for a beach day trip from Lisbon, then head to the Praia de Carcavelos (1), the Praia de Santo Amaro de Oeiras (7) or the Praia da Conceição (2). There are tons of The best thing about this is that there is something for everyone – beach lovers, history buffs, castles and photography, religious shrines, wine, and food lovers, and more! And not only that Aveira is also a foodie paradise!Aveira, definitely deserves more than a day in your Portugal itinerary. The Queluz National Palace is considered a National Monument. Location of the Praia do Guincho is super scenic, with the Atlantic Ocean waves and the Sintra mountains. I’ve been thinking of going for a month, but after this post, I’m thinking I’m going to need longer. However, in October you will see thousands of people heading to Fátima.The story goes that about 100+ years ago, three young children saw the Virgin Mary and received special messages from her. With the stunning Atlantic ocean, traditional houses, laid-back atmosphere, and delicious seafood, Wander through the narrow streets and pop into one of the many traditional restaurants. From the beaches, you can also explore a 16th-century monastery and now convent – Fatima is a religious city in Portugal, located in the central region. Batalha Monastery is the place to be when you are visiting. Well, you can – when there is a will, there is a way I say. Located only 5 kilometres from Cascais, Praia do Guincho has been mesmerizing both tourists and locals. The train station is located on the south end of the city. While I’m a big fan of sustainable ways of transportation, I’m the first to admit public transport isn’t very reliable in Buildings in the old neighbourhoods in Lisbon have been refurbished to serve as accommodation for tourists on Airbnb. Although many of the paintings and artwork from the staterooms have been replaced, as they were destroyed – the interiors are still stunning. However in case you are staying for longer and have had your share of cobblestone streets, yellow trams, and bustling bars and restaurants, why not venturing out on a day trip? Happy Travels!Start your Europe exploration with these handy guidesMayuri is the creator behind ToSomePlaceNew. Trains depart from the Oriente Station in Lisbon. Ideally, you should spend at least 2 days in Porto or more to fully appreciate the city. There is a lighthouse that adorns the area and makes for pretty postcard shots.Near the Cabo da Raco, there is a small art exhibition and gallery, where you can also buy souvenirs and refreshments.Exploring Cabo da Raco from Lisbon means it’s an outdoorsy beach and cliffs filled day trip. It has good parking areas, but it gets quite busy during the summer months (June to September).
Tomar is a history lovers paradise. Hop on the train at the Cais do Sodré railway station. The city has a lot to keep you busy Which other suggestions of day trips from Lisbon do you have?I want to start receiving Geeky Explorer's newsletter with more travel tips and inspiration. Porto is located far away from Lisbon, like a 3-hour drive. There is a beautiful garden outside the palace. Have dinner in Cascais or return to Lisbon – just in time for supper.The Linha de Cascais train network connects Lisbon to Cascais. Watch out for the strong winds though. The best time to visit the beach is from May to mid-September.
Booking your ticket in advance is recommendable. You can relax and soak the sun. Many tours also include stops at Batalha and Odibos.As mentioned Fatima is a religious site and many tourists visit the city for that same reason.