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34 Top free and inexpensive things to do in Porto, Portugal

by Anne Betts | Apr 13, 2026 | Destinations, Europe, Portugal

Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, is a favourite of travellers for its rich history, stunning architecture, dramatic riverside scenery, beautiful churches, picturesque streets, and unique food scene. It’s often seen as Lisbon’s more walkable, more authentic, and...

You’ll love Nazaré Portugal where tradition and tourism coexist

by Anne Betts | Jan 14, 2024 | Portugal

Updated February 14, 2024 You’ll love Nazaré Portugal, a quaint coastal town 124 kilometres / 77 miles north of Lisbon where tourism and tradition coexist. The relationship between the two is subtle. Neither overwhelms the other. At least, that was my experience...

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