Thanks to a surge in popularity as a tourist destination (that shows no sign of slowing down), Porto’s nightlife continues to thrive and visitors to this vibrant Portuguese hotspot can expect an expanding list of options for enjoying the city after dark. As the city is relatively small and compact, the nightlife is largely concentrated…
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All The Food You Need To Try As You Eat Your Way Around Portugal
Seafood galore, simple daily dishes (the prato do dia), and the constant availability of an excellent glass of wine – roaming the kitchens and cellars of Portugal is sure to, quite literally, fill you with joy. I’d even go so far to challenge if there is any other country that can combine scenery, surf and…
Wonderful Things To Do In Porto For Culture Nerds
Famous for being the home of Port wine (as the name suggests), Porto is a quaint seaside town located less than an hour away from Lisbon by plane. The perfect place for a relaxing vacation, whether it be a leisurely week-long getaway or a luxurious weekend stay, you’ll find an abundance of things to do…
What to Eat in Lisbon: Tips on Typical Portuguese Cuisine
If one says ‘what to eat in Lisbon’, codfish immediately comes to mind, this is true, in fact legend has it that they have at least 365 different recipes for cooking it, one for each day of the year, but in reality there are many other typical Lisbon dishes! This culinary journey starts with the…
How to get off the beaten track in Lisbon – parkour style!
As you know, we’re totally obsessed with Lisbon here at Hostelworld HQ. But did you know that the city is also a parkour lover’s dream? We asked free- runner Luis Alkmim , the superhero behind our hair-raising Lisbon video, to share some of his secrets on how to get a unique perspective on Lisbon… Find a local parkour buddy This really is…
7 jaw-dropping Algarve beaches for the perfect Portugal road trip
Still wondering where to go for your fix of sun, sea and sand this summer? With its spectacular beaches, rugged cliffs and crystal clear waters, the Algarve is the perfect place to visit in Southern Portugal. The name may evoke images of your grandparent’s annual beach holiday, but bear with us on this one: it’s a bit of…
48 Hours in Lisbon
Seven hills and a thousand surprises, Lisbon is cosmopolitan and decadent, charming and romantic, full of fun and flavour. 48 hours is not long, but it’s enough to get a taste of the capital city of Portugal. Grab your camera and some comfy shoes. The countdown starts here. We have a city to explore. DAY…
10 Free Things to Do in Lisbon
If you didn’t already know, everyone is obsessed with Lisbon right now, and if it’s not already on your summer to do list, it will be after you read this. With its sun-drenched rooftop bars, stunning architecture and mouthwatering restaurants, there is no shortage of things to do in Lisbon. The best hostels in Lisbon might also be some of the best hostels in…
Lisbon in 3 days
Seven hills and thousands of surprises, the capital of Portugal is cosmopolitan and decadent, charming and romantic, fun and tasty. Lisbon in 3 days is enough for a lot, because once you’ve seen the unmissable, you can afford to take a trip to the surrounding area. Prepare your camera and comfortable shoes. The countdown begins….
Top Bars in Lisbon – Your Favourite Lisbon Bars
Countless bars and clubs grace the streets of Lisbon especially in the city’s liveliest district, Bairro Alto. Over at our Hostelworld.com Facebook page we asked you about your favourite bars in Lisbon. Here’s your list of the best bars in Lisbon! Arroz Doce Arroz Doce is recommended by: Ricardo Gomes. Hostelworld.com says: This bar is popular with…
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