

The decorative facades of many churches are sure to catch your eye if you explore the alluring city of Porto. You can also get a true taste of Portuguese cuisine with a hands-on gastronomic workshop in the world-famous Time Out Market and discover the Baixa district’s colourful Pink Street on a special P&O Cruises shore experience created with Time Out.

Jump on a cruise through the river to take in must-see landmarks like the 25th April Bridge and along the bank of the historic Belém district to the Monument to the Discoveries, the unique Belém Tower and the ornate Gothic-style Jeronimos Monastery. From King Edward VII Park, marvel at the spectacular views across the city and out to the River Tagus. You can get to the heart of Portugal’s City of Light with a scenic drive – take in the monument Pombal Square, chic Liberty Avenue, majestic Black Horse Square and the buzzing Rossio.

On our Portugal cruises, you might enjoy time in beautiful cities like Lisbon and Porto (from Leixoes). In the heart of the city, explore Maria Pita Square, where historic structures surround the spacious plaza. You can soak up spectacular views of the city and the Atlantic Ocean from clifftop spot Mount San Pedro and head to the nearby 2nd-century lighthouse the Tower of Hercules – one of La Coruña’s best-known monuments. Make sure you savour the freshest glass of world-famous beer Estrella Galicia if you visit La Coruña (its place of origin). Prefer to top up your tan while taking in a new place? Why not spend a day hopping between some of the island’s most idyllic beaches? You could even walk among the massive mounds of the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park. Walk on the wild side with a hike across magnificent volcano landscapes, or head off-road on a dune buggy adventure to explore more of the island’s rugged beauty. In Fuerteventura, you could check out the old capital, Betancuria, as well as pretty villages such as Tascamanita and Ajuy, where you can also explore ancient caves. Afterwards, you could head to one of Europe’s most recognisable buildings, the Sagrada Família, and hear the fascinating facts of Gaudí’s unfinished colossal church. His must-visit architectural masterpieces include Park Güell where you can admire vibrant mosaics and gaze out from the hillside across the city to the glittering Mediterranean Sea. On a special tour of Barcelona, you can discover some of Antoni Gaudí’s greatest works and explore the inspiration behind them. On our Spain cruises, you might visit cultural hotspots like Barcelona, Fuerteventura or La Coruña.
