Best Time to Visit Portugal: Breakdown by Seasons

Lisbon in the spring
City streets become bright and bold as blooming bougainvilleas and jacaranda trees decorate Lisbon’s streets and alleys in the Spring. If you are heading to the Portuguese island of Madeira, don’t miss the colorful Flower Festival, featuring a flower parade, a flower market, and flower carpets, held in the town of Funchal.

The Algarve coast is simply stunning
For sand and sea lovers, Summer the best time to enjoy Portugal’s beaches. Head to the Algarve, boasting some of Europe’s most beautiful beaches. Its curious geological formations, including limestone arches and golden sands, make it a showstopper for summer.

Fall colors slowly changing in Sintra
Douro Valley and Alentejo are blessed with the beauty of Fall foliage as shades of golden, amber, and red leaves cover the vineyards. More importantly, it’s also harvest season in Douro Valley! Take a wine tour at Quinta de Santa Eufemia, or stay in the 300-year-old Quinta do Vallado, a winery with a hotel, spa, and swimming pool to boot.

Serra da Estrela:
One of the few places where it snows in Portugal
In Winter, December marks the joyful Christmas season, with festive Christmas markets in Lisbon, Porto, and Braga. Treat yourself to a handcrafted souvenir like embroidered linen or Portuguese pottery. February and March are good months to visit the ethereal landscapes of the Douro Valley as blossoming almond trees adorn the valley with delicate white and pink flowers.
From sun-drenched beaches to colorful cityscapes, Portugal offers an exciting experience year-round. Whatever the season, when we help organize an amazing trip to Portugal, we consider climate, tourist crowds, and unmissable events.
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