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Sun-drenched beaches with plenty of watersports? Check. Lively cities with top attractions and experiences? Check. Fascinating historical sites and natural wonders? Check. Portugal has a little bit of everything for your family holidays.

What’s more, Portugal boasts some of the warmest weather in Europe, and its all-inclusive beachfront resorts are jam-packed with activities for kids. Flights from the UK are short, frequent and — when you compare deals and book in advance — cheap.

Family holiday deals to Portugal

Balaia Sol

8.3

Very Good

Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal

24 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£656 pp

Eden Villas & Apartments

9.2

Excellent

Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal

20 Jun 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,499 pp

Alfagar Cerro Malpique

8.7

Excellent

Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal

24 May 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Manchester

Prices from

£619 pp

Salema Beach Village

9.4

Excellent

Salema, Algarve, Portugal

13 May 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Manchester

Prices from

£820 pp

The Patio Suite Hotel

9.2

Excellent

Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal

24 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£775 pp

Grand Muthu Forte Do Vale

8.3

Very Good

Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal

20 Jun 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Gatwick

Prices from

£966 pp

Prices and availability shown can change. Always check pricing with the provider before booking.

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Plaza Real

8.2

Very Good

Portimao, Algarve, Portugal

1 Jun 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Edinburgh

Prices from

£219 pp

Apartamentos Vale de Carros by Umbral

7.7

Good

Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal

9 May 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Stansted

Prices from

£209 pp

Pedras da Rainha

8.6

Very Good

Tavira, Algarve, Portugal

28 Apr 2026
4 nights
Self-catering
From Manchester

Prices from

£219 pp

Prices and availability shown can change. Always check pricing with the provider before booking.

Top family-friendly destinations in Portugal

Algarve

For family holidays that are all about sun, sea and sand, head to the Algarve on Portugal’s southern coast. On beaches like Praia da Rocha and Praia da Marinha, you and your kids can sunbathe, swim and explore at your leisure. Mix it up with days out to the Zoomarine Algarve theme park and Ria Formosa Natural Park.

Lisbon

There are plenty of fun activities for kids in Portugal’s vibrant capital city, known for its architecture, history and food. Meet sea creatures at Oceanário de Lisboa aquarium, hop on tram No. 28 for a fun, scenic tour of the city and sample Portugal’s famous custard tarts. There are a number of great day trips from Lisbon too, including beach-lined Cascais and the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park with its colourful Pena Palace.

Madeira

Easily one of Portugal’s best family-friendly destinations, the island of Madeira serves up sizzling weather thanks to its location off the coast of Africa. Don't miss the Monte Sledge ride — a 2km (1.2 miles) hair-raising toboggan ride through the streets — and the otherworldly São Vicente Caves. For more fun, throw in a dolphin-watching boat trip and a cable car ride from Funchal to Monte.