When it comes to the best Christmas destinations in Portugal, perhaps no location is more magical than the walled hilltop city of Óbidos, which becomes a full festive village every year during the holiday season. With a variety of food stands, activities, vendors and shows, the Óbidos Christmas Village (Óbidos Vila Natal) is an ideal … Read more
While it’s primarily known as a warm weather destination, the beautiful region of Madeira lays claim to one of the prettiest Christmas events in Portugal: the Funchal Christmas Market. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Funchal Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for an … Read more
For those lucky enough to visit the wonderful Portuguese city of Porto during Christmas time, many surprises await, from fun arts and crafts markets to beautiful illuminations across the city. And while (generally speaking) Christmas market traditions in Portugal pale in comparison to the extravagant offerings found in central Europe, in recent years Christmas markets … Read more
When it comes to Christmas time in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, visitors and locals alike are spoiled for choice, with a diverse array of Christmas markets and events spread across the city. Christmas markets may not be as big a deal in Portugal as elsewhere in Europe, but the Lisbon Christmas Market scene is … Read more
While Christmas market tradition isn’t as central to the holiday calendar in Portugal as elsewhere in Europe, things are rapidly changing, and the Viseu Christmas Market is solid proof that Christmas market culture is making its way over to Portugal. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Viseu Christmas Market … Read more
Every year, the coastal Portuguese city of Aveiro becomes a fun, festive wonderland thanks to the Boas Festas em Aveiro (Happy Holidays from Aveiro) programme, which includes a unique Santa Claus parade, and even the biggest Christmas tree in the country. Another highlight of this festive season? The Aveiro Christmas Market scene, which provides locals … Read more
Every December on weekends, the Faro Christmas Market (also known as the Mercado de Natal da Baixa de Faro) delights locals and visitors alike with one of the top festive events in the Algarve region of Portugal. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Faro Christmas Market is like, then … Read more
As one of the top Christmas destinations in Portugal, each year the city of Cascais becomes an exciting festive wonderland with a series of enchanting events sprinkled around the city. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what the Cascais Christmas Market scene is like, then we’re here to help. Read … Read more
Every Christmas, the Portuguese city of Braga comes alive with festive illuminations and fun events spread across the city as part of their ‘Braga é Natal’ program. And while Christmas markets aren’t as firmly cemented in tradition as elsewhere in Central Europe like Germany, Austria, France or Switzerland, the Braga Christmas market scene offers a … Read more
Every year, the Coimbra Christmas Market (Mercado de Natal de Coimbra) is a signature event of the city’s holiday calendar, with dozens of wooden huts offering all sorts of wonderful Christmas market food and gifts. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Coimbra Christmas Market is like, then we’re here … Read more