PORTUGAL TRAVEL TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS | 30+ Must-Knows Before Visiting Portugal + What NOT to Do!

Planning to visit Portugal for the first time? In this video, I'm sharing all my best Portugal travel tips for new visitors, from important must-knows for your Portugal trip to common mistakes that tourists make in Portugal. Don't miss this video if you're planning your own trip to Portugal!

00:00 INTRODUCTION
00:17 PORTUGAL BASICS & TRAVEL PLANNING TIPS
4:48 PORTUGAL CULTURE & ETIQUETTE TIPS
6:40 PORTUGAL TIPS FOR SIGHTSEEING & ATTRACTIONS
7:53 PORTUGAL FOOD & DRINK TIPS
11:11 PORTUGAL TIPS FOR WHEN YOU ARRIVE

CHRISTINA'S TRAVEL GEAR

OTHER TRAVEL RESOURCES

MORE EUROPE VIDEOS:

EUROPE TRAVEL TIPS & MUST-KNOWS:

Travelling to Portugal for the first time? In need of Portugal travel advice that caters to a newbie? This Portugal travel guide is packed with must-knows before you visit Portugal as a tourist, with a rundown of common tourist mistakes in Portugal as well as answers to common questions like Portugal culture shocks, Portugal culture and etiquette tips, where to go in Portugal, places to visit in Portugal, and more so you can have the Portugal trip of your dreams. Whether you're looking for general Portugal tips or tips for Portugal hidden gems, be sure to watch this video!

[davidhind-smith]

Just got back from a 10 day trip to Portugal. Porto / Lisbon / Evora (highly recommend) / Lagos in the Algarve. Your advice is 100% on the money for new travellers.

[nurulfarhanah]

I've read reviews that TAP Portugal flights were badly managed with loss of baggage and watching a few youtubers claiming otherwise. But watching your video seems it is legit. Thnx for the enlightenment

[joangreaves]

Thank you so much for sharing this information.

[fredpenner]

Great video! Very informative. I'm heading there in March for the first time.

[idealista]

Very useful video. Thank you so much for sharing 🤍

[entrophyentrophy]

Fabulous information! Thanks for sharing ❤😊

[mosdkmk]

Christina, your videos are amazing!! ❤So much content that I need a notebook to take notes. You are sharing so much great information that I’m a little lost 😅 I’m trying to plan my first Europe trip and the more videos I watch, the more indecisive I become! I sent you an email yesterday, I really hope you see it and responde 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💕
Regardless, thank you so much for what you do!

[jomarba]

Great video very informative. One thing I would recomend, is, any region you go, be it in Portugal or anywhere else. Always try the local wine and food. Because they are meant to be together. The pairings evolved in that specific way. And its always a hit

[bethanylawrence]

Going to Portugal next month. Fingers crossed we have good weather! 🤞🏼

[styledbyrijalo]

Hi. I am the first time on your channel and watched this video about Portugal and I loved it! It is so concise and a lot of good tips and advice. Just what I need. Thank you for this. +1 subscribe. ❤

[lpphillips]

Excellent presentation, hitting all the many points. Only would like a longer or slower because it is good.

[albufeirabeyond]

As a Brit from LA who also has a second home in the Algarve. I would say your comments are spot on. I would encourage all American visitors to please if you have enjoyed a meal to tip 10%. So many Portuguese friends of mine who own restaurants say that they have visitors from all over the world but the only people who don’t tip are Canadians and Americans. I know that this does not apply to all but if you have enjoyed your meal please tip as the wages here are very low and your tip can make a big difference. Also I have had American friends tell me that they have got angry when they have had to wait 30mins or even 40mins for there food to arrive. This can happen as they are using fresh ingredients and good food can sometimes take longer to prepare. Just have another glass of wine and relax.

[annadkart]

Love your videos with tons of info and no "blah blah blah"

[Lisa-kzvw]

Portugal looks beautiful I have never driven outside US been to scared of accidents or car problems and not knowing what to do I definitely think having a car in most countries allows you to really see and explore the country outside of tourist areas great information.

[Cindypisces]

Can’t wait to go…my best friend and I booked our trip and we’re going in October so these tips will definitely come in handy . One thing you stated about cash. I always bring cash with me and I do have some small denominations but I also have quite large bills as well. You stated they don’t or will not give you change? That would suck if I run out of small bills. I don’t like using ATMs while in Europe, so I usually always bring currency with me this way I have it readily available.

[cecenom]

Hi Christina, thanks for the information. Is December- January/ New years a good time to travel to Portugal? We have heard so much about the Christmas markets. Are they worth a visit ?

[johnsuegibbons]

Hi Christina! First, thank you for your wonderful videos. We have just come back from portugal and loved it and now we’re looking for another destination to visit from Canada to Europe. I know that Portugal was one of your favorites. I ask you what was another favourite of yours? We have been to Greece, Italy and France so far but I would say Portugal and Italy was my favorite. Would you be able to recommend another country. We may only be able to visit for 10 days … thank you in advance, if you can help ? greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 SG

[slv]

Can you post the link to the high speed trains ?

[sexychocolateable]

I'm going to Porto Portugal in September I'm traveling by myself and I'm excited

[cmo_rocks]

How do you get cash once you are there? What's the best way to get the local currency?