Discover the Coolest Picnic Spots in Lisbon and Porto Under the Sun
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Discover the Coolest Picnic Spots in Lisbon and Porto Under the Sun

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Summary:

  • Jardim da Cerca da Graça in Lisbon offers Instagrammable views and a relaxed vibe with picnic tables and a playground.

  • Parque José Gomes Ferreira is perfect for barbecues and nature walks with its 10 hectares of green space.

  • Jardim da Estrela is family-friendly with wide lawns and benches, ideal for a comfortable picnic.

  • Parque da Quinta das Conchas features lakes and outdoor seating, making it great for large groups.

  • Jardim do Passeio Alegre in Porto combines historic charm with mini-golf and river views for a unique picnic experience.

  • Parque da Cidade, the largest urban park in Portugal, offers lakes, walking paths, and animal sightings for a full day outdoors.

  • Jardim do Passeio das Virtudes is the spot for sunset picnics with art and music in a relaxed setting.

  • Parque de São Roque provides a secluded picnic spot with renovated viewpoints and a bush maze for kids.

Spring is in the air, the sun is shining, and the days are perfect for laying out a picnic blanket. If you're someone who sees a picnic as the perfect way to spend a weekend afternoon, this guide is for you. Here are some of the best parks and gardens in Lisbon and Porto for a picnic, whether you're with kids or catching up with friends.

Jardim da Cerca da Graça, Lisbon

Location: Calçada do Monte 46, Graça

This is a well-kept secret in the historic heart of the city and perhaps the most Instagrammable spot too. Nearly two hectares of green space between Graça, the Castle, and Mouraria, with views over old Lisbon.

It has lawns for your blanket, picnic tables, three viewpoints, an orchard, a playground, and a kiosk for drinks and coffee. On weekends, you'll find people with guitars, dogs, or practicing yoga.

Parque José Gomes Ferreira (Mata de Alvalade), Lisbon

Location: Avenida Almirante Gago Coutinho

With about 10 hectares of shade and dense nature, this park has everything you need: picnic areas with grills, cycling paths, walking trails, and even birds to watch.

Ideal for those who want to barbecue and then take a digestive walk or simply lie in the shade.

Jardim da Estrela, Lisbon

Location: Praça da Estrela 12

In the center of Lisbon, right in front of the Estrela Basilica, this garden has a charm of yesteryear. Perfect for families, it has a playground, wide lawns, and many benches for those who prefer to eat at a comfortable height.

With centenary trees, swans, and a bandstand, it's ideal for an impromptu or planned picnic. Plus, there are supermarkets nearby.

Parque da Quinta das Conchas, Lisbon

Location: Alameda das Linhas de Torres / Rua Ladislau Patrício

It's the second-largest green area in the city (after Monsanto), with 26 hectares of pure tranquility or animation, depending on where you lay your blanket.

It has lakes, outdoor seating, grassy areas for large groups, tables under eucalyptus trees, and even a playground with slides.

Jardim do Passeio Alegre, Porto

Location: R. do Passeio Alegre 828, 4150-570 Porto

This historic garden by the Douro estuary has everything for a different kind of picnic: fountain, bandstand, flower beds, mini-golf, and even a picturesque chalet.

The view of the river and the palm tree avenue give it an almost tropical vibe. It's one of those places where food tastes better and photos always turn out well.

Parque da Cidade, Porto

Location: Estrada Interior da Circunvalação, 4100-083 Porto

The largest urban park in the country, with 83 hectares, is impossible to ignore. It has lakes, walking paths, trees, shade, water, and even animals.

Perfect for a whole day outdoors, whether for a morning of sports or simply laying out a blanket and not moving from there.

Jardim do Passeio das Virtudes, Porto

Location: Passeio das Virtudes 53-3, Porto

If you want to combine food, views, and sunset, this is the place. The Jardim das Virtudes is known for its panoramic views over the Douro and Gaia and its relaxed atmosphere.

In the afternoon, it almost turns into an improvised outdoor café, where you can see art and hear music. Ideal for an artistic, free, and high-energy picnic.

Parque de São Roque, Porto

Location: R. São Roque da Lameira 2040, 4350-307 Porto

Less touristy, more secluded, the Parque de São Roque is a real find. It has renovated viewpoints, restored paths, a chapel, stone benches for picnics, and even a bush maze to entertain the kids.

The space was recently renovated and also includes the Casa São Roque, where you can see the famous centenary camellias up close. A picnic with a botanical touch.

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