LISBON · DAY TRIPS
The ones worth setting an alarm for.
The 15 most-booked lisbon day trips, all done in a single day and back by evening. Each one comes with the pickup point, how long you are away, what it costs and the company that runs it.
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and Cascais, with Pena Palace and Atlantic-coast stops including Cabo da Roca and a beach walk in Cascais.
Most Popular“Great way to see the highlights at a great pace! Loved the palace! Sintra was perfectly quaint and Cascais was charming.”
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Fátima, Nazaré, and Óbidos with views, Batalha Monastery, and ginja tasting.
“There were 4 of us and knowing the weather was going to be poor… we still had an amazing time. Our guide Maria knew the areas so well and she was extremely engaging and fun. We loved each of the areas. We really wanted to see Nazare for the surfing and we could not see…”
Guided day trip from Lisbon to Porto, Óbidos, and Nazaré: medieval walls, Forte de São Miguel surfing views, and Porto’s UNESCO sights.
A full-day coach tour from Lisbon hitting Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré, and Óbidos with guided visits, Wi‑Fi, and timed free time.
“When we booked our tickets we did select English tour. We were not happy with our guide, who spent more time explaining about history in Portuguese languages and very few words in English language.”
Sintra’s fairytale palaces, Quinta da Regaleira’s mysteries, then Guincho and Cascais—an easy guided day trip from Lisbon with optional admissions.
“Great tour!! Ivo was an excellent guide very informative, and funny!! Felipe was awesome and safe, driving in the downpour we had in the morning when we left Lisbon. Def recommend this tour.”
Sintra’s palaces and coastal Cascais in one guided day from Lisbon, with flexible lunch time and early-morning convenience.
“There was no notification of steep uphill walking required when booking. Some participants had difficulty accessing all the activities. Two guides with two very different levels of engagement and willingness to impart information. One guide happy to be fully engaged with the Portuguese/french speaking group while the guide with the English group left travellers to…”
9-hour Lisbon day trip to Fátima, UNESCO Batalha Monastery, Óbidos and Nazaré, with included ginja and coast views.
“Andre is a very considerable guide and always ask those at the back if the air conditioning is ok. He is knowledgeable and gives us good history of the places. He speaks clearly and tells us interesting snippets. The van has a Mike and I am happy with the sound system. There were other vans…”
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré, and Óbidos with guided stops, free time, and central pickup.
“This trip had great stops in beautiful places that were best to do with a guide if you are looking to make the most of your trip to Lisbon. Shout out to Luno which had great insights, history, and great food recommendations.”
Small-group Lisbon day trip to Arrábida and Sesimbra with 6 wine tastings, Setúbal market stops, and Cristo Rei views.
“Great tour so far! very professional and organized. we absolutely enjoyed a tile shop stop to learn more about hard work behind the art! Thank you!”
Tour Évora and ancient megaliths from Lisbon, with Cromeleque dos Almendres, Roman Temple of Diana, cork country, and the Chapel of Bones.
Fast, scenic Sintra from Lisbon with Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais, plus flexible monument choices and hassle-free transport.
“It was the best day trip in Lisbon! The tour was amazing with Luis, our guide! He paid attention to what we wanted, knows all details of where to go and what to do, was very flexible, and took us to places to make our day full & special. He went out of his way…”
2-day small-group tour from Lisbon to Sintra, Cascais, Fatima, Nazaré and Óbidos, with Peña entry and ginja tasting.
“Using the alotted breaks to do our own thing was a welcome break from the tourist trap locations selected by the tour companies. Lunch overlooking the water in Cascais and walking the fortified wall in Óbidos are our most memorable moments. The monastery was beautiful as well. They should mention the walk to the castle…”
Wine tastings, Arrábida cliffs, Sesimbra sea air, and a Lisbon viewpoint day trip with strong guiding and great value for $75.
Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca and Cascais from Lisbon with hotel pickup. Small-group day trip, Atlantic views, historic stops.
“Pedro M is an exceptional tour guide. Friendly, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and very professional! Had a breadth of knowledge regarding Sintra and of Portugal itself. Great recommendations on food as well. Despite some inclement weather, we still were able to see the major landmarks and made the tour one of the best ones we have had…”
8-hour Lisbon day trip to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais with hotel pickup, skip-the-line access, and coastal views.
“I absolutely loved this program, it was spectacular and Sara, our guide gave us a lot of information. I'd definitely recommend this day trip, these places are amazing.”
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