Hidden gems: places in Portugal

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Portugal. Ratings are based from 21.8K places in the country.

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Kickboxing Academy Boavista
Sports school
👍👍 I had never practiced any combat sport before. When I looked for a place to learn kickboxing, I thought I might face some stigma for doing so. I couldn't be more wrong. The spirit of camaraderie and generosity surrounds anyone who is willing to learn from Master Bruno. He is very attentive and motiv...
5.00 (148 reviews)
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Brooklyn Fitboxing CARNIDE
Gym
👍👍 Excellent, super hyper mega friendly staff, always available to help, they know how to motivate a lot, they are persistent. They are even 5 stars. LOVE!!! I never imagined doing this activity and I love it. Congratulations to everyone, let's continue to grow. Of yours, one of the Balboas 🤣😋
5.00 (148 reviews)
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Kendrick
Hamburger restaurant
5.00 (144 reviews)
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CoimbraAmeias
Lodge
👍👍 The owner, Paula, is so kind and showed great hospitality. The place looks great and comfortable and breakfast is just gorgeous!! We stayed there one night and certainly will come back!
$85/night
5.00 (143 reviews)
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Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira
Hotel
Genteel boutique hotel in a 19th-century Moorish-style building featuring a spa & an outdoor pool.
5.00 (142 reviews)
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Hostel Douro Backpackers
Hostel
Simple dorms & rooms in a modest hostel with a shared kitchen, a courtyard garden & BBQs.
$60/night
5.00 (141 reviews)
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CORKIES SPEAKEASY
Cocktail bar
👍👍 What a charming, cosy little gem! I was planning on heading to the Peruvian spot on this street, but it was too busy so we kept walking and came across this (fairly new?) hole in the wall cocktail bar. It's basically a one man show, with a single bartender and a server to help him out. (I don't kno...
5.00 (139 reviews)
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Team Duramuk - Muay Thai e Kickboxing
Kickboxing school
👍👍 I've discovered Team Duramuk while searching for a place to start practicing Kickbox. I went for a experimental class and I just loved it. The instructors are super kind and they're always paying attention to the class practice, correcting exercise constantly, so we don't feel like we are just pushi...
5.00 (139 reviews)
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FRENCH FRIES FACTORY
Fast food restaurant
👍👍 Just what Porto needed and we’ve been waiting for , an excellent straight up French fry joint , so many , (most) places in town here make soft flaccid dull Fries, but not this place , here they’re crispy steamy fresh potato madness! Large selection of in house made sauces and meat toppings and sides...
5.00 (132 reviews)
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Toranja - Cascais
Store
👍👍 This is the cutest shop that support small artists, everything is so pretty and good quality. The employees are so sweet too! 10/10
5.00 (132 reviews)
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SerraVale - House & Nature
Lodging
👍👍 Extremely nice, clean and super cozy place! Elsa and Miguel are wonderful hosts and make us feel like we are at home. The location is perfect, close to all the tourist attractions, and Elsa also helps us in the itineraries of where to go according to the time of year. I recommend a thousand times!!...
$70/night
5.00 (130 reviews)
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TheVagar Countryhouse, Belmonte
Hotel
👍👍 Thank you so much Marta, André & TheVagar team for creating a little paradise! You were the best hosts we ever had and helped us to have the most relaxing time with excellent food, wellness & activities. We loved the exceptional breakfast served in the suite or in the Mother House and the amazing je...
5.00 (129 reviews)
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Unbreakables K.O. Team
Gym
👍👍 Excellent Conditions and Environment.
5.00 (129 reviews)
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CERA - BISTRO & BAR
Tapas restaurant
👍👍 Cera is an amazing culinary experience! Fresh & local selected ingredients. The dishes are cooked with passion and bring an explosion of flavors in your mouth. The owners and the employees are really friendly and welcoming. I keep coming back to try all the dishes as they adapt the menu with the sea...
5.00 (127 reviews)
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DinaMite Team - Muay Thai
Muay Thai boxing gym
👍👍 Melhor escola em Portugal para a aprender e evoluir no Muay Thai. Liderança dedicada e ótimo ambiente de treino. Para iniciantes, manutenção, atletas amadores e profissionais.
5.00 (126 reviews)
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Restaurante A Casa
Restaurant
👍👍 Restaurant A Casa it’s a cozy place managed by a lovely family who made us feel welcome and provided a great service. The food it’s home made and delicious 😋 Note that their opening times are: Friday for dinner Saturday lunch and dinner Sunday lunch only * I recommend to book in advance
$$ $$
5.00 (124 reviews)
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CFS Azores Guest House
$65/night
5.00 (123 reviews)
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Vila Camélia
French restaurant
👍👍 What a truly exceptional experience we had at lunch. The service was on point, the place overall charming and the food was outstanding. The dishes were so creative, you almost did not want to eat them. The food was a treat for your eyes and your mouth. Have been here many times and can not wait...
$82/night
5.00 (122 reviews)
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Pop Sandwich
Sandwich shop
👍👍 Hi guys, this a local family coffee bar with delicious sandwiches, made with fresh products, not prewrapped with plastic 😅, and mini pizzas. Simple, fresh and yummy! Local family business in a clean and simple trendy looking shop. Lovely stop for beachgoers, hikers or a quick lunch for a local on a...
5.00 (122 reviews)
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Dojo Braga Krav Maga
Martial arts school
👍👍 Very satisfied, my daughter went to the trial class and didn't want anything else, the environment is welcoming, there is a lot of help from colleagues, humility and discipline. There's a lot to be said for learning an art and you need a good master/mentor and I think it's suitable for everyone to w...
5.00 (121 reviews)
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