Marble Tours in Portugal? – Exploring a Marble Quarry in Vila Viçosa

Marble Quarry Tour Portugal

Deep in the Alentejo region is the beautiful town of Vila Viçosa, it’s famed for its marble and the stunning Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa. It’s also home to one of the most unique activities we’ve experienced in Portugal – a tour of a live marble quarry. Marble in Portugal? In this region of Portugal, …

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Lisbon to Nazaré – What’s the Best way to get to Nazaré?

Nazare Portugal trip

Nazare is a beautiful beach town around an hour north of Lisbon. Nazaré is a popular beach resort on the Silver Coast of Portugal, but recently became world famous due to its record breaking waves and prominence across the surfing scene. How To Go To Nazaré By Public Transportation or Car Due to its proximity …

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Lisbon to Óbidos – What’s the Best way to get to Óbidos?

Óbidos is a wonderful walled village just one hour north of Lisbon, to many it’s known as the ‘finest walled village in Portugal’. In Óbidos you’ll discover whitewashed houses, cobbled alleys, colourful flowers, and in many ways, living history. If you’re planning a trip, what’s the best way to get from Lisbon to Óbidos and …

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