Top 10 Weird And Unusual Tourist Attractions In Portugal

Bordering Spain and the Atlantic, Portugal is a nation that is very sea themed with their major tourist spots and their traditional cuisine. But the unique beaches are not the only thing you should visit while in this amazing country…

 


 

Casa do Penedo, Fafe Mountains
Casa do Penedo, Fafe Mountains

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You have probably seen hundreds of images of this house. Well now you know it is located in Portugal!

Ecorkhotel, Evora
Ecorkhotel, Evora

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One of only a few cork-clad hotels in the world it has a fresh, ultra-modern design that is perfect to stay in while on a tour of the weird.

The Whistler Tree, Alentejo
The Whistler Tree, Alentejo

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With it still being regular harvest for cork The Whistler Tree is responsible for corking millions of bottles of wine and is often considered to be one of the most expensive corks.

Benagil Sea Cave, Lagoa
Benagil Sea Cave, Lagoa

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There are quite a few different waves to see in this area, but Benagil cave is one of the best looking.

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village underground, Lisboa
village underground, Lisboa

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It might not be much more than an office block made from 14 shipping containers and 2 disabled buses. But it looks amazing and is well worth seeing.

Giant Wrist watches, Albufeira
Giant Wrist watches, Albufeira

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You wouldn’t want them around your wrists as they might break your arm off, but they do make a good sculpture.

Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel
Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel

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This amazing little crater island is one of the greatest leisure attractions during summertime and often considered to be one of the most beautiful islands in the world.

Sink Hole, Serra Da Estrela Mountain
Sink Hole, Serra Da Estrela Mountain

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With so many mountain terrains sometimes what is below might get overlooked like this amazing natural sinkhole.

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The Village of Monsanto, Idanha-a-Nova
The Village of Monsanto, Idanha-a-Nova

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It is not often you stumble across a village that is built on, around and under a huge boulder!

Capela dos Ossos, Évora
Capela dos Ossos, Évora

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It might be a little too weird for some people but this little chapel is built of human bones and it also contains a golden skeleton! Now that is definitely weird and unusual.

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