Portugal Car rentals

There is no better way to enjoy your trip to Portugal then touring by car. lastminute.com makes Portugal car hire very accessible and affordable. So why not rent a car in Portugal today?

Our cheap Portugal car hire prices make renting a car a very attractive proposition. And, we have many convenient locations from which to pick up and drop off your vehicle.

Portugal is a country of astonishing beauty and diversity, not to mention clear blue skies and friendly, courteous people. Pick any destination and the view from your window might be a rugged stretch of windswept coastline (Cabo do São Vicente, Castelejo, Cabo Espichel), a pristine beach where fishermen mend their nets beside brightly painted sardine boats (Albufeira, Bordeira, Praia do Camilo) or a cobbled street overlooked by dazzling whitewashed houses with wooden balconies and red-tiled roofs.

Portugal is a land of infinite options. You can mingle with the crowds in one of the more sophisticated beach resorts or wander through the medieval quarters of historic cities like Lisbon, Porto, Braga or Coimbra. To explore the more remote beauty spots (car hire is relatively cheap, driving a delight) stay overnight in a romantic pousada a converted farm, monastery or manor house enjoying a wonderful setting an amazing bargain. If its an activity holiday youre looking for, Portugal is one of Europes premier golfing destinations while the tennis schools are second-to-none. You could try your hand at big game fishing or horseriding, learn how to windsurf or water ski. Other unmissable experiences include Fado (Portugals answer to soul music), country fairs where centuries-old folk traditions are lovingly reenacted, Port wine tastings and mouthwatering fish suppers. Portugal is a country ripe for discovery.

Alto Minho Tourist Office

Address: Castelo de Santiago da Barra, 4900-360 Viana de Castelo

Email: rtam@mail.telepac.pt

Phone: +351 25 882 0270

  • Peneda-GerĂªs National Park
    Set in the northeastern corner of Portugal, the Peneda-Gerês National Park (PNPG) is a stunning area of natural beauty, an unspoiled enclave of mountains, gorges, rivers and lakes, protected from overexploitation by strict regulation. Although some areas of the park are off-limits to the public, there is still a fantastic amount to see and do here.
  • Museu de Marinha
    With much of Portugal's historical wealth and glory stemming from its seafaring accomplishments, it's little wonder that the nation's Naval Museum (Museu de Marinha) should house a valuable collection depicting maritime transport through the ages.
  • Krazy World
    Krazy World is a theme park that combines a mini-zoo and petting farm with a crazy golf course.
  • Madeira's Botanical Gardens
    Set at an altitude that ranges between 200-350 metres, these gardens offer a splendid view of Funchal Bay and the contrasting colours of the surrounding countryside. There are also ideal conditions here for its vibrant vegetation, which includes exotic plants from all over the world.
  • Alfama
    One of the oldest districts in Lisbon, the Alfama rests on the side of a steep hill, crowned by St George's Castle (Castelo de São Jorge).
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