With a huge 82.4 billion views on TikTok, #Portugal is looking to be a popular destination for many this summer.
#beautifuldestinations is also popular on the app, having been viewed 9 million times in the last 7 days and Portugal is the perfect destination to indulge in beauty! Whether by bus or train, the travel booking website OMIO has done the hard work so you don’t have to, to find out which Portuguese locations are a ‘must-visit’ on your next trip.
#Lagos – 6 billion views
Located in Portugal’s Algarve region, Lagos is known for its old town, cliffs and Atlantic beaches and is the most popular Portuguese destination on TikTok, having gained over 6 billion views.
Lagos is the perfect location for the active traveller who loves to soak in breathtaking views whilst getting stuck into activities. Whether you want to hike the seven hanging valleys, explore the Benagil Caves via kayak or take a boat trip along the Algarve coast, there is plenty to keep you occupied. Alternatively, Lagos boasts many stunning beaches such as Praia Dona Ana and Praia do Camilo, making it the perfect place for more slow-paced travellers too.
#Porto – 5 billion views
A coastal city in the northwest of Portugal, known for its stately bridges and port wine production. Much more of a city break than a beach destination, Porto has tonnes to do and see for those eagle-eyed tourists.
Cobbled streets and colourful buildings house some of the city’s most beautiful architecture in the form of the Porto Cathedral, São Bento railway station and Igreja do Carmo where an entire side of the building is covered with locally hand-painted blue-and-white azulejo tiles.
See the city by boat tour, explore it via a wine tour, indulge in local cuisine and end the day by watching the sunset at one of the most popular spots, Jardim de Morro.
#madeira – 2.9 billion views
Hailed as the Hawaii of Europe, Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal. It is an archipelago comprising 4 islands that sit off the northwest coast of Africa. It is known for its warm, subtropical climate and offers stunning views and bucket list-worthy hiking trails.
Madeira offers beaches and adventure, making it the perfect destination for an active break. Between sunning yourself at Porto Moniz or Machico, you can step out onto the glass skywalk of Cabo Girão, hike the Ponta do São Lorenço, snorkel with dolphins, swim in giant rock pools and so much more. With everything there is to do and see, it is no surprise that Madeira is finding its place amongst the most popular Portuguese destinations.
#Lisbon – 2.1 billion views
As the capital of Portugal, it is only right that Libon makes it as a must-see destination. Offering a blend of beautiful scenery, history and culture, Lisbon is a perfectly blended location that will fulfil all of your travel needs.
Rich in history, some of which dates back to Roman times which can be seen in some of the city’s stunning architecture, there is plenty to see and explore. Visit the likes of Rossio Square, the Arch da Rua Augusta, the Castle of São Jorge and Mosteiro dos Jerónimos to get your architectural fix. And get lost in the cobbled streets and pretty lanes making sure to indulge in local cuisine along the way.
