Welcome to Portugal, a sunseekers' paradise.
Whether you're looking for world-renowned beaches, serene hilltop villages, verdant islands, or captivating cities, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Portugal has to offer.
Small but immensely varied, Portugal offers countless opportunities for adventure. From the soaring mountains and volcanic craters of the Azores to the subtropical paradise of Madeira, there is plenty of natural beauty to be discovered. Urban Portugal is equally as unmissable; cutting-edge galleries, cool hangouts, thumping nightlife, and a thriving food scene make Lisbon and Porto two of Europe's trendiest cities.
Our annually updated guide brings Portugal to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.
You'll discover:
-our pick of Portugal's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gems
-the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay
-detailed maps and walks which make navigating the city easy
-easy-to-follow itineraries
-expert advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe
-color-coded chapters to every part of Portugal, from Lisbon to Porto, the Algarve to the Azores
-our new lightweight format, so you can take your guide with you wherever you go
Planning a shorter break? Try our DK Eyewitness Lisbon or the pocket-friendly DK Eyewitness Top 10 series with guides to Lisbon, Porto, Algarve and Azores.
Your journey starts here. We've reimagined and updated our iconic DK Eyewitness travel guides. This brand new Portugal guide, now in a lightweight format, has been expertly curated with all new photography plus DK's much-loved illustrations and maps.
Take a leisurely walking tour of Lisbon, island-hop around the Azores, become a connoisseur of the country's port, or relax on Madeira's golden beaches: everything you need to know is clearly laid out within color-coded chapters. Discover the best of Portugal with this indispensable travel guide.
Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Portugal:
Gorgeous, all-new color photography so you can imagine yourself there
Reasons to love Portugal: stunning beaches, colorful azulejos, historic towns - what will yours be?
See Portugal from a different angle: 22 pages of fresh ideas for exploring this spectacular country
A year-long calendar of events in Portugal gives a selection of local events and festivals for all seasons
Expert advice covers the practical stuff: get ready, get around and stay safe
Over 20 detailed color maps help you navigate the country with ease
Expert tips to make memories that last - where to snap and share the perfect photo, take in stunning views and escape the crowds
The most authentic places to stay, eat, drink and shop
Easy-to-follow walks and itineraries take you on a tour of each area, with plenty of food and drink stops en route
Hand-drawn illustrations show the inside of the must-see attractions, including Sintra's Palácio da Pena, Belém's Mosteiro dos Jerónimos and Coimbra's University
Covers Lisbon - Alfama, Baixa and Avenida, Bairro Alto and Estrela, Belém and Beyond the Center - the Lisbon Coast, Estremadura and Ribatejo, the Beiras, Porto, Douro and Trás-os-Montes, Minho, Alentejo, the Algarve, Madeira and the Azores
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Portugal is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you create your own unique trip.
Planning a city break? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Lisbon.
About DK Eyewitness Travel: For 25 years, DK's beautifully practical Eyewitness guides have been combining inspiring ideas and expert advice with easy-to-read maps and vivid photography to inform and enrich your holiday. Now they have a stunning new look that you will love even more. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
"Known… for its four-color maps, photos and illustrations, the [DK] Eyewitness Guides are extremely user-friendly for travelers who want their information delivered in a concise, visual way." — Chicago Tribune
"The best option… Color photos, maps, and diagrams bring the place to life." — The Philadelphia Inquirer
