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Day Trips from Lisbon: 12 Best Train & Bus Excursions

by Shelley RohmPortugal, travel February 11, 2026April 4, 2026Comments are Disabled

Picture yourself stepping off a train into a fairy-tale town, where pastel-colored palaces peek through misty forests. Or imagine wandering through sun-drenched medieval streets, where history whispers from every weathered stone. These aren’t far-off fantasies; they’re the reality of day trips from Lisbon, the enchanting Portuguese capital. If you’re planning a visit to Lisbon and …

The grand baroque facade of Mafra Palace under a deep blue summer sky in Portugal, with two visitors crossing the cobblestone square

Day trip to Mafra Palace: is it worth visiting?

by Shelley RohmPortugal, travel October 28, 2024October 28, 2024Comments are Disabled

When you hear about palaces in Portugal, most think of Sintra and Pena Palace. It is the famous castle on the hill that (some say) inspired Disney’s castle. But if you want an alternative that is easier to get to, has fewer crowds, and is grander than Pena, we recommend Mafra Palace. This incredible 18th-century …