The "Little Ones," show Portugal in full miniature splendor.

This castle has links to Portugal’s founding and struggles for independence.

A stunning 18th-century site where pilgrims ascend by a series of punishing stairs only to return via funicular.

A replica of the Roman emperor in glorious full color.

An exquisite collection of fairytale conveyances that puts most car museums to shame.

Eat the ultimate iteration of Portugal's most beloved pastry.

A king's pet, a pope's gift, an artist's inspiration, and a tragic shipwreck.

Elaborately carved to showcase the glorious wealth that the age of exploration brought to the Portuguese empire.

One man's remarkable private collection of art from around the world.

The devil-defying mark left by a saint as a boy is visible inside Lisbon's cathedral.

One Portuguese poet described this cape, the westernmost point in mainland Europe, as "where the land ends and the sea begins."

At night, bats patrol this magnificent 18th-century space in search of book-eating pests.

This museum documents the ancient practice of salt production in Figueira da Foz.

An honorary saint of the people, Maria Adelaide became an incorrupt corpse, the clothes intact, exhaling “a strong scent of roses.”

This museum is home to one of the biggest collections of printing press technology—plus a river view.

Gustave Eiffel's masterpiece until the Eiffel Tower was built.

This giant sculpture made of trash is a critique of society's wastefulness.

The stunning interior of this Gothic church is covered in ornate gold details.

Ancient catacombs form the foundation for this Rococo orgy of a church.

Elaborate tile work in this railway station tells the story of Portugal.

This restored Portuguese cafe may well be the most beautiful place in the world to grab a Big Mac.

One of the most beautiful bookstores in the world hides a neo-Gothic interior behind an art nouveau facade.

A hidden three-foot-wide house separates these two regal churches.

A small but charming botanical garden that contains many exotic plant species.