Is 2 weeks too long in Portugal?

Welcome to Portugal, home to many gorgeous locations full of beautiful nature, stunning architecture, rich history, and delicious food. You could easily explore this diverse country for months. However, two weeks is the perfect amount of time to get a good impression.



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Spend at Least 10 Days in Portugal Seven days to spend in Portugal gives you enough time to see some of the country, but you'll probably miss a lot of things when you only have a week. Extending your vacation even a few days to a 10-day trip in Portugal offers a lot more wiggle room than it sounds like.

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How much money will you need for your trip to Portugal? You should plan to spend around €136 ($144) per day on your vacation in Portugal, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, €40 ($43) on meals for one day and €27 ($28) on local transportation.

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Madrid is the more popular tourist destination but Lisbon has many varied sights and activities. Lisbon offers stunning beaches only a short train ride away while Madrid's nightlife is unbeatable. This guide will provide a comparison of both cities and help you decide between Lisbon or Madrid for a short break holiday.

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Big sister Lisbon is twice the size, more cosmopolitan, faster paced and 200 miles further south, so in summer it can be sweltering. Compact, walkable Porto has a more traditional feel and is cooled by Atlantic breezes through summer, though fog and rain can roll in via the same route during the winter.

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When is the best time to visit Portugal? Where is this? The best time to visit Portugal is in spring (March-May), when the country is in bloom and waking after the winter. You could also go in fall (between September and October) when the sun is still shining, the weather is warm, and many of the crowds have dispersed.

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How Much Time Should I Spend in Lisbon and Porto? The ideal breakdown is 2 full days in Lisbon and 2 full days in Porto. The remaining 3 days, you'll stop in several places of interest on your travel from Lisbon to Porto.

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The cost of living in Portugal is generally considered about 46 percent cheaper than in the United States. This, coupled with the country's excellent quality of life, beautiful beaches, stunning mountain ranges, reliable public transport, and rich history and culture, make it very easy to fall in love with Portugal.

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In 10 days you can see a lot of the highlights, including Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, the Douro Valley, and more. If you want to see even more (including the Algarve or any of Portugal's islands), you'll need at least 2 weeks.

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2 weeks in Europe is not enough to experience this vast continent. There's so much happening in each town, experiences that need to spend more than a day sometimes and travel does take up quite a chunk of the itinerary too! There are 44 countries in Europe, full of fascinating cultures and experiences.

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Rainfall. In Lisbon rainiest months of the year are December and November during which monthly rainfall average reaches 128 mm. On the other side, driest months are August and July when the average rainfall is reduced to 4 mm per month.

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Like many places in Europe, July and August are the peak tourist season in Portugal. August, in particular, is very busy due to the fact that it's Portugal's holiday month, so Portuguese travelers join the throngs of international tourists.

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The average journey time by train between Lisbon and Porto is 4 hours and 8 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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Yes, Lisbon is walkable. While it has a reputation for being hilly, Lisbon's historic streets are indeed walkable. There is no need to rent a car, just remember to pack some good walking shoes!

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Lisbon is, among other things, known for its unique historical center, stunning architecture, colorful azulejos (ceramic tiles), and fantastic food. It also has a fascinating history, filled with rulers, invasions, destructions, and re-constructions. History aside, Lisbon is a fantastic place to visit.

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Lisbon to Madrid (night train) The final 90 minutes of the journey take in some fine scenery as the train weaves its way through the rugged Sierra de Guadarrama before dropping down steeply past El Escorial to reach the Spanish capital. In Lisbon you can board the Lusitania at Santa Apolónia station where it starts.

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Both countries are absolutely gorgeous but if you MUST pick one go as per your travel tastes. Italy for food and culture but go to Portugal for beaches and weather.

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