The long way there
The drive from Lisbon to Porto connects Portugal's two most important cities along the Atlantic coast. Journey through historic towns, stunning beaches, and wine regions. This route showcases the best of Portugal—from Lisbon's fado and tiles to Porto's port wine cellars.
Where to pull over
Óbidos
90 km inWalled medieval town with castle hotel
Nazaré
130 km inFishing village famous for massive surfing waves
Coimbra
200 km inHistoric university city with medieval library
Aveiro
255 km in'Portuguese Venice' with colorful moliceiro boats
Ribeira District
310 km inPorto's riverside UNESCO World Heritage area
Driving tips
- 1
The A1 autopista is fast but has tolls; coastal roads are scenic
- 2
Sample ginjinha (cherry liqueur) from cups made of chocolate in Óbidos
- 3
Watch the giant wave surfers in Nazaré (October-February)
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Book a port wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia across from Porto
- 5
Try francesinha, Porto's famous sandwich bomb
Other ways through
A1 toll road direct
N1 coastal scenic route