Portugal is the sort of place where you can see the layers of history piled up on top of one another.
Mediveal castles and cobblestone villages, captivating cities and golden beaches, brooding mountains and superheated plains the portugal experience can be many things. a vertiginous history, great seafood and idyllic scenery are just the beginning...
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Lonely Planet’s Best of Portugal is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Cruise through the canals of Aveiro, tour the Alto Douro wine country and walk the medieval town of Evora – all with your trusted travel companion.
Portugal TOP 10
1. Lisbon
2. Porto
3. Algarve
4. Évora
5. Rio Duoro Valley
6. Braga
7. Coimbra
8. Aveiro
9. Sintra
10. Óbidos
Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Portugal:
- Full-colour images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, wine, sports, landscapes, wildlife
- Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use colour maps to help you navigate
Coverage Includes: Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve, Évora, Rio Douro Valley, Braga, Coimbra, Aveiro, Sintra, Óbidos, Sagres & Cabo de São Vicente, and more.
Writers: Regis St Louis, Gregor Clark, Marc Di Duca, Duncan Garwood, Catherine Le Nevez, Kevin Raub, Kerry Walker
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