{"id":23020,"date":"2025-09-12T07:18:03","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T11:18:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/?p=23020"},"modified":"2026-02-25T16:10:16","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T15:10:16","slug":"solo-trip-to-portugal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal","title":{"rendered":"How to Have the Best Solo Trip to Portugal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Traveling solo might seem like an exercise in loneliness for some. For many others, though, a solo trip is just what the travel doctor ordered. A trip sans travel companions can help gain personal growth and achieve a sense of confidence and freedom. It also gives the traveler the benefit of not compromising on an itinerary.\u00a0So, where is one of the best places for such a trip? Let us count the ways that you can have the best solo trip to Portugal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_0370-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Five people on a tour smile together in Lisbon\u2019s bustling Chiado plaza near Caf\u00e9 A Brasileira, with classic buildings and a metro sign behind them. Lisbon is one of the best places for a solo trip to Portugal.\" class=\"wp-image-15313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_0370-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_0370-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_0370-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_0370.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">On our walking tour of Lisbon, you&#8217;ll try Portugal&#8217;s most famous dishes while getting to know the city.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#Tips_for_a_Successful_Solo_Trip_to_Portugal\" title=\"Tips for a Successful Solo Trip to Portugal \">Tips for a Successful Solo Trip to Portugal <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#A_Guided_Tour\" title=\"A Guided Tour\">A Guided Tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#Amble_and_Explore\" title=\"Amble and Explore\">Amble and Explore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#Wine_Not\" title=\"Wine Not?&nbsp;\">Wine Not?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#Hostel-ing_for_Every_Age\" title=\"Hostel-ing for Every Age\">Hostel-ing for Every Age<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#Stay_Central\" title=\"Stay Central\">Stay Central<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_Solo_Trip_to_Portugal\" title=\"FAQs &#8211; Solo Trip to Portugal \">FAQs &#8211; Solo Trip to Portugal <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#Why_should_you_take_a_tour\" title=\"Why should you take a tour?&nbsp;\">Why should you take a tour?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#When_does_the_tour_start_and_how_long_does_it_last\" title=\"When does the tour start and how long does it last?&nbsp;\">When does the tour start and how long does it last?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Lisbon_or_take_a_solo_trip_to_Portugal\" title=\"When is the best time to visit Lisbon, or take a solo trip to Portugal?\u00a0\">When is the best time to visit Lisbon, or take a solo trip to Portugal?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_a_Successful_Solo_Trip_to_Portugal\"><\/span>Tips for a Successful Solo Trip to Portugal <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Guided_Tour\"><\/span>A Guided Tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to spend your time on a solo trip is to join a group for a few hours. A group tour has several benefits. You\u2019ll get the low-down on the area and be able to orient yourself better in a new city. Plus, you\u2019ll meet like-minded travelers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On Walks\u2019<a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/lisbon-tours\/lisbon-petiscos-bairro-alto-food-tour\/\"> Best of Bairro Alto tour<\/a>, you\u2019ll spend three hours traversing one of Lisbon\u2019s most enchanting neighborhoods while stopping to eat and drink all that is delicious in Lisbon. Seven different tastings, five drinks, and four stops. As a big bonus, you\u2019ll likely have some new food-and-drink-loving friends by the end of the tour.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_010-resized.webp\" alt=\"Several people stand in a circle, chatting and smiling outdoors. A sunlit cityscape and green hillside appear behind them.\" class=\"wp-image-23024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_010-resized.webp 900w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_010-resized-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_010-resized-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Meet new people and share the experience on a guided tour during your solo trip to Portugal.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amble_and_Explore\"><\/span>Amble and Explore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best activities for a solo trip to Portugal is to explore Lisbon\u2019s various charming neighborhoods. You can meander in the riverside squares of Bel\u00e9m and savor the viewpoints of Alfama. Or stroll the winding streets of Mouraria, and pop into the wine bars and cafes of the Bairro Alto. You can also explore the Bairro Alto deeper with a fun, three-hour <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/lisbon-tours\/lisbon-petiscos-bairro-alto-food-tour\/\">food-and-drink tour<\/a> of the neighborhood.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_002-resized.webp\" alt=\"Four friends sit around a restaurant table with mint-green walls, smiling and toasting drinks beneath framed artwork.\" class=\"wp-image-23026\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_002-resized.webp 900w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_002-resized-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Petiscos_and_Wine_Giulia_Verdinelli_002-resized-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cheers!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And, if you want to visit some specific sites, here are a our recommendations for great places for solo travelers in Lisbon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.museunacionaldoazulejo.pt\/\">National Tile Museum<\/a>, <\/strong>is interesting in a number of historical and creative ways. It is housed in a convent from the early 16th century. Plus it tells the story of Portugal via the gorgeous, colorful tiles you see bedecking so many facades around the country. The museum also offers tile-painting workshops. These give the opportunity to create your own tile to take home as a souvenir, plus, offers a great way to get in some socializing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And\/or pop into the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bertrand.pt\/livrarias\/livraria-bertrand-chiado\/900\">Livraria Bertrand<\/a> in Chiado<\/strong>. Recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records, it is the oldest bookshop on the planet. The shop, founded in 1732, has a nice selection of English-language books and a cafe where you can order a coffee and take your new read to a table. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_4481-1-1-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful tiles featuring abstract patterns, faces, animals, and flowers decorate a white wall at the Tile Museum, which is a great activity to do on a solo trip to Portugal\" class=\"wp-image-23027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_4481-1-1-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_4481-1-1-1-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_4481-1-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_4481-1-1-1.jpg 1066w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Tile Museum is a great place to explore on your own. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wine_Not\"><\/span>Wine Not?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Frequent some wine bars while you\u2019re in Lisbon. Why? For starters, Portuguese wine is very much worth trying. In addition, as many of the wine bars have long bars, its easier to socialize with the bartender and fellow patrons. When it doubt, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bythewine.pt\/en\/index.html\">By the Wine<\/a>, a sleek space with a very long bar located in Chiado.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another good idea for your solo trip to Portugal is to head to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bairrodoavillez.pt\/en\/\">Bairro do Avillez<\/a>.<\/strong> This is a collection of four restaurants, including a tavern and a wine bar, where there are large communal outdoor tables.\u00a0 The restaurant Galeto is also a good bet as it is made up mostly of bar counters, located at Avenida de Republica 14.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC09347-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Four glasses of white sherry next to a plate of cheese and a plate of jamon during a sherry tasting in Jerez.\" class=\"wp-image-19660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC09347-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC09347-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC09347-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC09347.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What&#8217;s your favorite paring for sherry wine?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hostel-ing_for_Every_Age\"><\/span>Hostel-ing for Every Age<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0Whether you\u2019re 21 or 61, you shouldn\u2019t dismiss staying in a hostel. Many have a mix of both multi-bed rooms and private rooms, depending on what level of privacy you want and can afford. In terms of a solo trip to Portugal, the main benefit of bunking down at a hostel is for the social scene. Most hostels have a public room where guests hang out, play boardgames, read, sip coffee, and chat with fellow travelers. <a href=\"https:\/\/yeshostels.com\/\">Yes! Hostels<\/a>, located in the central Chiado neighborhood, for example, offers nightly group dinners where you can swap stories with other travelers and make travel companions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Walks_Lisbon_Sintra-Tour_Lourenco_0124-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people standing outside of a ginja shop in Portugal.\" class=\"wp-image-20449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Walks_Lisbon_Sintra-Tour_Lourenco_0124-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Walks_Lisbon_Sintra-Tour_Lourenco_0124-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Walks_Lisbon_Sintra-Tour_Lourenco_0124-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Walks_Lisbon_Sintra-Tour_Lourenco_0124.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A trip to Portugal isn&#8217;t complete without trying ginja. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_Central\"><\/span>Stay Central<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lisbon is one of the safest big cities in Europe, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should let down your guard if you\u2019re a solo traveler. Martim Moniz, for example, located north of Chiado, doesn\u2019t have a particularly good reputation for safety. Neither does Chelas, which is not central, so you\u2019ll only experience Chelas if you\u2019re actually looking for it. Especially at night, avoid the streets of Cais Sodr\u00e9.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Ultimate-Lisbon-Fo-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Several people stroll past a stone fountain in Lisbon\u2019s sunny plaza, with leafy trees and a historic church behind them. Wandering the streets is the best way to see the sights on a solo trip to Portugal.\" class=\"wp-image-23028\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Ultimate-Lisbon-Fo-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Ultimate-Lisbon-Fo-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Ultimate-Lisbon-Fo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Devour_Lisbon_Ultimate-Lisbon-Fo.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here&#8217;s everything you need to know about eating seasonally in Portugal. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_Solo_Trip_to_Portugal\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong> &#8211; Solo Trip to Portugal <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_should_you_take_a_tour\"><\/span><strong>Why should you take a tour?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking a guided walking tour helps get your bearings on a new city. It also gives you a deeper appreciation and knowledge of the local history and culture. But if you\u2019re traveling solo, it\u2019s also an ideal way to 1) meet fellow travelers and 2) be able to ask the local guide whatever you want about the place. And taking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/lisbon-tours\/lisbon-petiscos-bairro-alto-food-tour\/\">Walks\u2019 three-hour food-and-wine tour<\/a> will introduce you to some of the best local dishes you\u2019ll try in Lisbon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_does_the_tour_start_and_how_long_does_it_last\"><\/span><strong>When does the tour start and how long does it last?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tours are offered every Monday to Saturday and they usually begin at 5:30pm, with the occasional tour starting at 6pm. The tour lasts three hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Lisbon_or_take_a_solo_trip_to_Portugal\"><\/span><strong>When is the best time to visit Lisbon, or take a solo trip to Portugal?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like many places in Europe, the most ideal time to visit Lisbon is in the shoulder seasons. These are March to May and September to October, when crowds are fewer and prices are slightly more affordable than in the summer. Try to plan your solo trip to Portugal during these months for the optimum experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Lisbon_Fado-Tour_0147-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Several people sit around a restaurant table in Portugal, laughing and sharing seasonal Portuguese dishes made from fresh, local ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-20052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Lisbon_Fado-Tour_0147-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Lisbon_Fado-Tour_0147-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Lisbon_Fado-Tour_0147-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Devour_Lisbon_Fado-Tour_0147.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here&#8217;s everything you need to know about eating seasonally in Portugal. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re headed to Lisbon, especially if you\u2019re on a solo trip to Portugal, and you want to do more than just scratch the surface of the Portuguese capital, hop on a three-hour adventure with us. Take a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/lisbon-tours\/lisbon-petiscos-bairro-alto-food-tour\/\">small-group walking tour<\/a> fueled by ample amounts of local food, wine, and other beverages that will give you a better sense of place and the opportunity to meet like-minded travelers.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> &#8230; <a title=\"How to Have the Best Solo Trip to Portugal\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/solo-trip-to-portugal\" aria-label=\"More on How to Have the Best Solo Trip to Portugal\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":23024,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,815,818],"tags":[811],"ppma_author":[667],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Have the Best Solo Trip to Portugal<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Planning a solo trip to Portugal? 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