31 days in Portugal Itinerary

The city of Evora functions as a museum of Roman origins and medieval times.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Tapetes de Arraiolos - Centro Interpretativo and Museu Nacional Frei Manuel do Cenaculo. Ravasqueira and Casa do Montado are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Change things up with these side-trips from Evora: Alem Tejo Eco Boat Tours (in Avis) and Centro de Ciencia do Cafe (in Campo Maior). There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Capela dos Ossos, appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Historico de Evora, make a trip to Muralhas de Evora, and contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora).

For maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Evora itinerary planner.

Lisbon to Evora is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Lisbon in August, you will find days in Evora are a bit warmer (39°C), and nights are about the same (19°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Funchal.

The capital of the island of Madeira for more than 500 years, Funchal represents a laid-back city made popular by its historical sites and climate.

Let the collections at Caravel Art Center and Design Centre Nini Andrade Silva capture your imagination. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Madeira Sidecar Tours and Madeira Optics Museum. Spend the 7th (Mon) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Next up on the itinerary: see Off-Road Tours, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Pico Ruivo, take in the dramatic natural features at Cabo Girao, and see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour.

To see traveler tips, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Funchal road trip planner.

You can fly from Evora to Funchal in 3.5 hours. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Evora in August: highs in Funchal hover around 31°C, while lows dip to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can fly to Lagos.

The allure of the beaches and the town's historical center draw visitors to Lagos, a coastal destination in the Barlavento region of the Algarve.

Step out of the city life by going to Praia Da Rocha and Praia da Marinha. Visit Praia da Falesia and Praia do Camilo for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Lagos side-trips: Cape Saint Vincent (in Sagres), Praia de Santa Eulalia (in Albufeira) and Praia dos Olhos de Água (in Olhos de Agua). The adventure continues: explore the striking landscape at Ponta da Piedade, stroll through Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos, kick back and relax at Praia dos Tres Irmaos, and paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, use the Lagos vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Funchal to Lagos takes 5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in August, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can fly to Porto.

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Museu Serralves and Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral). Escape the urban bustle at Peneda-Geres National Park and Douro River. Dedicate the 18th (Fri) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: take in the views from Ponte de Dom Luis I, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, steep yourself in history at Palacio da Bolsa, and make a trip to Monumento aos Herois da Guerra Peninsular.

To see reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Porto tour itinerary maker website.

Traveling by flight from Lagos to Porto takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Lagos in August, expect Porto to be slightly colder, temps between 28°C and 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can go by car to Coimbra.

The university town of Coimbra exudes modern flair while embracing its roots as the medieval capital of Portugal.

Popular historic sites such as Convento de Cristo and Igreja e Mosteiro da Santa Cruz are in your itinerary. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at University of Coimbra and Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro. Get out of town with these interesting Coimbra side-trips: Vale da Ribeira da Serta (in Serta) and Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco (in Guimaraes). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Casa Museu Fernando Namora, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Capela de Sao Miguel, steep yourself in history at Jardim da Quinta das Lagrimas, and admire the striking features of Old Monestary of Santa Clara.

For where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Coimbra trip planner.

Traveling by car from Porto to Coimbra takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Nazare.

Nazaré is a town and a municipality in subregion Oeste and Leiria District, in Portugal.It is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the Silver Coast/Costa de Prata, Portugal. Batalha Monastery and Ermida da Memoria will appeal to history buffs. Visiting Waterskiing & Jetskiing and Praia da Areia Branca will get you outdoors. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Nazare: Peniche (Miradouro da Cruz dos Remedios & Baleal Beach) and Obidos (Lagoa de Obidos & Sao Tiago Church). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Praia da Nazare, look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia do Norte.

To see other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Nazare day trip tool.

You can drive from Coimbra to Nazare in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Museu Calouste Gulbenkian and Museu Colecao Berardo. Get a sense of the local culture at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and Park and National Palace of Pena. Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Sintra (Sintra National Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, &more), Parque Natural da Arrabida (in Setubal) and Praia de Carcavelos (in Carcavelos). The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, explore the historical opulence of Castelo de S. Jorge, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium, and engage your brain at Pavilhao do Conhecimento.

To find where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Lisbon itinerary planning website.

Traveling by car from Nazare to Lisbon takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. While traveling from Nazare, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Lisbon, ranging from highs of 35°C to lows of 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to travel back home.