7 days in Portugal Itinerary
7 days in Portugal Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Portugal trip planner
Start: Lisbon
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Lisbon
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Albufeira
— 3 nights
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End: Lisbon
Sun, Jul 26 - Sat, Aug 1
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City of Seven Hills
Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Sintra (Park and National Palace of Pena, Sintra National Palace, &more). There's lots more to do: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, make a trip to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), and wander the streets of Alfama.
To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Lisbon trip app.
Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Lisbon. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Albufeira.
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Garden of Portugal
Along Portugal's southern Algarve region sits Albufeira, a city boasting 20 beaches for visitors to choose from.Venture out of the city with trips to Lagos (Praia do Camilo, Ponta da Piedade, &more), Praia da Marinha (in Caramujeira) and Church of Misericordia of Alvor (in Alvor). And it doesn't end there: find something for the whole family at Zoomarine Algarve, add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, stroll through Praia da Falesia, and kick back and relax at Praia dos Aveiros.
To find maps, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Albufeira trip planner.
You can drive from Lisbon to Albufeira in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to go by car back home.
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Portugal travel guide
Small in size but rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, Portugal features contrasting landscapes that include long beaches, lush vineyards, verdant valleys, and rolling hills dotted with tiny settlements where old traditions still prevail. The country's serene interior, often overlooked by foreigners, remains largely unspoiled by mass tourism and offers visitors a chance to discover this less-trodden part of Europe at their own pace. Ripe for leisurely adventures on foot or by bicycle, Portugal's fertile countryside boasts well-preserved medieval castles and outstanding wineries, producing some of the world's finest ports. The country's cities offer a lively culinary scene known for its many award-winning restaurants, topping the itineraries of foodies from around the globe.