DiscoverViseu
Travel guides
From a walking route through the Alta to a full day trip into the Serra da Estrela.
All our guides are written with UK travellers in mind and updated regularly.
Culture
Wine
Wine
Dão Wine Region
The Complete Guide for Wine Lovers
The Dão wine region around Viseu: grape varieties, the best quintas, tastings, harvest season and how to drive the wine route. For experts and newcomers alike.
Nature
Nature
Serra da Estrela from Viseu
The Complete Day Trip
Day trip to the Serra da Estrela from Viseu: Covão d'Ametade, the Torre (mainland Portugal's highest point), the cheese town of Seia and tips for every season.
Practical
Frequently asked questions
Which guide should I start with?
Start with the Viseu travel guide. It gives an overview of the city, Dão wines, restaurants, hotels and practical information, with links to the more detailed guides.
Are the prices in the guides up to date?
Prices are indicative and updated periodically; the date of the last update is shown on every guide. Always check opening hours and prices with the provider or when booking.
Can I combine Viseu with Porto?
Yes. Porto is about 1 hour 45 minutes away by car. Many travellers fly into Porto, spend a night or two there and then drive on to Viseu and the Dão region.
Which day trips can I make from Viseu?
The most popular are the Dão wine route along the quintas, the Serra da Estrela with the Torre (the highest point in mainland Portugal) and historic villages such as Linhares da Beira, Trancoso and Piódão.
Does DiscoverViseu earn money from links in the guides?
Some links to hotels, car hire and activities are affiliate links. If you book through one, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Our recommendations don't depend on it.