11 Amazing Things to Do in Portugal

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The small southern European country weaves an unforgettable magic spell with a heady combination of rugged Mediterranean landscapes, heavenly beaches, and charming historic towns!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Drop in at the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon, a stunning example of Gothic Manueline style of architecture.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. The 15th century monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the final resting place of the celebrated explorer, Vasco da Gama.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Gawk at the Belém Tower, an iconic 16th century fortress that stood sentinel at the entrance of Lisbon harbor.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a tribute to Portugal’s Age of Discovery.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Admire the National Palace of Sintra, the former residence of the Portuguese nobility.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. An amalgamation of different architectural styles, the Palace is immediately recognized by the two massive chimneys that jut out from the kitchens.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Huff and puff your way up the stairs leading to Bom Jesus do Monte, Braga, one of the most important religious sites in Portugal.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Explore the beautiful Roman archaeological ruins in the town of Evora.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Lose yourself in the winding alleyways of the charming town of Obidos.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Be awed by the Batalha Monastery (The Monastery of the Battle).

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. The opulent Gothic structure was built to commemorate 1385’s Battle of Aljubarrota, one of the most famous battles in the Portuguese history.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Take a tour of the grand University of Coimbra, the oldest university in Portugal.

Do not miss out on the Coimbra University Botanical Garden, the Science Museum, and the Academic Museum, and the world-famous General Library.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Drop in at the magnificent Guimarães Castle, the birthplace of the first monarch of Portugal.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Kick back and relax on the ethereal beaches of Algarve.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Ogle at sharks, sting rays, sea otters and many more denizens of aquatic life at the Lisbon Oceanarium, one of the largest aquariums in Europe.