Wineries Within A Day Trip of Lisbon

Picture your group of friends in the beautiful countryside, gathered around a table full of artisanal cheese and a selection of the finest local wines at sunset. Doesn’t it sound like a dream? One of the numerous things Lisbon has to offer is a set of beautiful wineries just a hour or so away from the city, making a wine tour a perfect day trip during your bachelorette!

Here are the top six wineries, close enough to Lisbon for travel to be hassle-free but far enough from the hustle-bustle of the city for some peace -

Quinta da Sant’Ana

Established over 30 years ago, Quinta da Sant’Ana has family at the heart of it all. A state-of-the-art family-owned wine estate in the countryside of Lisbon, here you’ll be able to get an authentic experience of Portugal’s vineyards through their signature wine tours which will take you from the luscious vineyards to the age-old wine cellars. Their signature “Vintage Wine Adventurer” tour is given by the owner and resident winemaker himself! Besides their wine tours, you’ll also be able to have a picnic within the wildflowers and have a look at the organic honey and beautiful flower bouquets that are homegrown on the estate.

José Maria Da Fonseca Winery

Running since 1834, José Maria Da Fonseca has been one of Portugal’s largest and most well-known wine companies for decades. Owned by generations of the same family, its warmth is one of the pillars behind its success. The visit to the gorgeous Museum House, located in the Setúbal region, begins with a deep dive into the company’s history, with a tour of the wine cellars and a wine-tasting to finish off the tour! Over 500 grape varieties are grown here and you can purchase the wines you want to take back home at the shop at the end of the tour.

Adega Mayor

Located in the gorgeous plains of Alentejo, Adega Mayor is the perfect place to visit if you’re looking for a modern and cosmopolitan introduction to wine-making. A picturesque white-washed building, known as an architectural marvel worldwide, stands tall amidst the winery. Here, you’ll be able to participate in several local activities such as guided vineyard tours, wine, and food tasting tours, winemaking workshops, boating, and more. It offers a variety of elegant wines that have become well-known across the globe which you’ll taste (and can purchase) on the property!

Ravasqueira

About an hour away from Lisbon, in the magnificent town of Arraiolos, is Monte da Ravasquiera, a winery that has been passed down three generations. Spread across a vast area of geographical wonder, it's the ideal place to learn something about the local production of wine while sipping on it until the sun goes down! Besides wine-making and other wine tours, it is also well-known for its carriage museum, picnics, and locally produced corks, olive oil, and honey.

Herdade das Servas

Owned by the Serrano Mira family, Herdade das Servas is one of the oldest wine estates in the Alentejo region. With the cobblestone entrance, vineyards beyond the eyes can see, and the antique clay jars which used to be used to store wine back in the 1600s, your experience at this winery will be like no other. They offer wine tastings, winemaking, and a variety of harvest programs depending on your interest. So if you’re looking for a traditional but luxurious experience, Herdade das Servas is the perfect amalgamation for you!

Quinta da Murta

Set in the quaint hilly region of Bucelas, Quinta da Murta is a majestic estate that is home to a vast selection of grapes. Leveraging the soil and weather, the vinery is sustainable and harvests high-quality grapes, with indigenous yeast and no chemicals. They offer organized tours for wine lovers that begin with a guided journey through the winery and cellar, followed by a scrumptious meal of local food and signature Quinta da Murta wines by the pool!

Whether you’re a seasoned oenophile or a new member of the wine-loving community, taking a day trip during your stay in Lisbon to any of the wineries would be a day of blissful drinking, incredible valley views, and interesting conversations with families who live and breathe winemaking. So what are you waiting for?

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