Palacio Nacional de Mafra - This 18th-century construction, recognized as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, is the largest monument ever built in the country, spanning over 1200 hectares. The complex includes both a convent and a palace, each remarkable in its own right. Inside, you’ll find one of Europe’s most significant libraries, housing more than 30,000 books. The basilica’s bell towers are extraordinary, featuring 98 bells across two towers, one of which is the largest in the world. The Royal Chapel’s interior boasts six historic organs, installed between 1792 and 1807.

Ericeira - Next, you’ll head to Ericeira, an old fishing village that has become Portugal’s surfing capital due to its amazing year-round waves. Here, you can enjoy breathtaking viewpoints, the charming historical center, and Praia dos Pescadores, a beautiful beach where the royal family departed for exile.

National Palace of Queluz - Its architectural details, a mix of Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical styles, surrounded by lush gardens, make it unique in every way. As a former royal palace where the family lived for three generations, it was known for hosting court ceremonies and parties. Walking through it, you can imagine this dreamlike setting. Don’t miss the Dom Quixote Room, where King Peter IV was born and died. You’ll learn about his unique history as the first emperor of Brazil who returned to Portugal to fight and win a civil war against his brother, championing constitutional liberalism.