11 Bar & Cellar Nights in Portugal to Build a Day Around

1.Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10,378 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $27Our pick

Spend about two hours on Lisbon’s Tagus River with a DJ, unlimited beer, white wine, sangria, and soft drinks. You’ll pass Commerce Square, the 25 de Abril Bridge, Christ the King, Belém Tower, and the Monument to the Discoveries. Arrive 30 to 40 minutes early, and expect a lively, adults-only party rather than a guided sightseeing cruise.

“Great music, sangria, and lots of awesome people to meet! The views were impeccable. Well worth it.”

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2.Porto Craft Beer Tour: 7 Beers + 3 Food Pairings in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,725 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90Top rated

Start at Armazém da Cerveja and walk through Porto’s craft beer scene with a guide such as Paulo, Angelo, André, or Pedro. You’ll taste seven beers, try three food pairings, visit Mercado do Bolhão, sample Francesinha, and finish at Catraio. Groups are capped at 12, with English-language hosting.

“You would really then that was really well our guide Andre was fantastic The perfect blend of humorous, friendly, and informative. The venues we visited were great too with a wonderful selection of beers and snacks. I'd highly recommend this tour to anyone with any interest in beer and food”

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3.Pub Crawl with 6 Drinks and VIP Club Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,414 reviews · 4 hours · from $19Best value

Meet the red umbrella at 10:30pm near the lion fountain in Praça Gomes Teixeira, then follow Porto Walkers through four Galerias bars and a city-center nightclub. You receive six drinks, guided introductions, bar entry, and skip-the-line club access. Guides speak Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French.

“It was a really good tour lots of fun, I feel like everywhere we went had the exact same songs would’ve been nice to go somewhere with a bit more variation Gabi our guide was fantastic really fun made sure we were all ok and dancing at all times I think everyone felt the same way about her too would love to do it again with her”

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4.Pub Crawl with Open Bar and VIP Club Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,361 reviews · from $23

Meet your English-speaking guide in Praça Luís de Camões for five hours of Lisbon nightlife. Visit three Bairro Alto bars, enjoy unlimited beer or sangria for one hour, collect two shots, then skip the line at a local club. Guides such as Mateo, Miguel, Ana, and Tiago have been praised for keeping solo visitors included and the group moving.

“Well organized, perfect to get to meet people in Lisbon from all over the world, age range very wide but welcoming for everyone. Instructions were clear, staff were friendly and reliable. Only flaw was that some of the bars we’ve been to were too small for the number of people in the pub crawl, so it was a bit overcrowded, but nevertheless it was a cool experience, 100% recommend.”

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5.Pub Crawl with Open Bar, Shots & VIP Club Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,280 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $24

Join guides such as Roe, Leyla, Vito, Natalia, and Rodrigo for a five-hour Lisbon night out through Bairro Alto, Pink Street, and Cais do Sodré. You get shots, one hour of unlimited beer and sangria, optional liquor upgrades, drinking games, and VIP club entry. Expect a young, social crowd and plenty of walking.

“It was a great experience. Would have liked to have had more activities at one of the pubs, for example beer pong”

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6.Sightseeing Cruise with Beach BBQ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,036 reviews · from $63

Spend six hours cruising west from Albufeira Marina, viewing Algarve caves and beaches before reaching a secluded shore by dinghy. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, play beach games, and eat a BBQ with beer, wine, sangria, soft drinks, and water. Crew members such as Marcelo and Camillo are known for keeping the day lively and well organized.

“Fantastic day! Amazing coastline views, and really fun day at the beach. Take the paddle board to explore the nearby cave.”

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7.Lisbon Pub Crawl: Unlimited Drinks, Shots & V.I.P Club Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 900 reviews · 5 hours · from $23

Spend five hours meeting people, playing drinking games, and moving through Lisbon’s Bairro Alto and Pink Street nightlife. Alex and the crew keep the group together, with one hour of unlimited beer, sangria, and soft drinks, two welcome shots, extra challenges, and VIP nightclub entry. Dress neatly and wear comfortable shoes.

“One of the best nights out. Pub crawl master Alex was so fun and made the night hilarious and enjoyable. Will recommend to any lone wolfs looking for a fun night out in Lisbon.”

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8.Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 850 reviews · from $84

Cruise west from Albufeira Marina with AlgarExperience, watch the Algarve coast near São Rafael, then take a dinghy to a beach inaccessible by land. Expect a BBQ, beer, wine, sangria, soft drinks, music, and live entertainment before the boat ride home. The beach may move to Praia de Ferragudo if sea conditions prevent landing.

“The most amazing experience, barbecue was so delicious and of course having an open bar was so great. 10/10.”

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9.Catamaran Cruise with BBQ & Open Bar on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 685 reviews · from $76

Set out from Albufeira Marina on a six-hour catamaran cruise along the Algarve coast. The crew points out Benagil, Galé, and Carvoeiro, then takes you by dinghy to a beach for a BBQ, drinks, swimming, and sun. Return with a glass of champagne.

“Amazing experience, the boat crew was awesome and helpful. We enjoyed seeing them carrying their duties perfectly well and organised. Stunning views and comfortable boat with delicious BBQ”

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10.Sailboat Tour w/ Local Guide and Open Bar Green Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 625 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Spend two hours sailing Lisbon’s Tagus River aboard a 33-foot sailboat with local guides such as Andre, Mariana, Felipe, and Francisco. Hear stories about Belém, Alfama, and Almada while enjoying Portuguese Vinho Verde from the open bar. Sunset departures offer the best light, but bring warm layers for the ride home.

“Don’t hesitate to book. Andre is a terrific host who knows his way around the Tagus, looks after his passengers and keeps the wine flowing. We were blessed with a wonderful sunset too. A memorable, relaxed, and fun trip.”

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11.6-Hour Sunset Dinner Catamaran Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 170 reviews · from $85

From Albufeira, spend about six and a half hours cruising the Algarve coast, pausing near Benagil Cave before heading to a beach for a BBQ dinner. Beer, wine, sangria, soft drinks, live commentary, music, and beach entertainment are included. Expect a sociable evening with scenic coves, sea cliffs, and a sunset over Armação de Pêra Bay.

“Food for great! Music was great! Atmosphere was amazing. Staff was super friendly. The live entertainment was incredible.”

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