Lonely PlanetJul 27, 2026Things you need to know before visiting PortugalOur Porto insider has all the top tricks and tips you need before you book that magical trip to Portugal.5 things in this storyParque Nacional da Peneda-GerêsSightnational park with waterfalls and natural poolsElsewhereThe AzoresSightPonta Delgada, Portugalnine green islands in the middle of the AtlanticMadeiraSightFunchal, Portugalrugged, semi-tropical island off western AfricaAlentejoNeighborhoodÉvora, Portugalregion with hilltop villagesAlgarveNeighborhoodFaro, Portugalregion with over 100 beachesRead the full piece at Lonely Planet →