Best Small Towns to Live in Portugal

 

But where do you find such a place in Portugal? Read on, and you'll learn about four small towns in Portugal that are great for ex-pats.

 

 

This small town has caught many people's eyes – tourists and digital nomads alike. Sometimes called the prettiest city in the whole of the Algarve (and that's saying something), the town will charm you with its beautiful beaches, romantic bridges, and casual cafés.

 

If you are looking for a picturesque experience of Portugal while being far away from the city's roar, this is a great choice.

 

This town is perfect for all the water sports lovers and romantic views. This seemingly impossible mix has attracted many surfers for its excellent beaches and waves. In contrast, others come here to enjoy the calm and peaceful atmosphere of small cafés, cute boutiques and ice cream shops.

 

Living here is easy-going as it is close to other towns and has a wide variety of choices when it comes to grocery shops and more. If you're looking for a more authentic experience of the Portuguese countryside, this just might be it.

 

 

Easily an excellent choice for anyone who wants to be away from the city but still close enough to visit it often, Caldas da Rainha, or the Queen's Hot Springs, is just about an hour away from Lisbon and fifteen minutes away from a gorgeous beach Foz do Arelho.

 

This town will give you much-needed relaxation with delicious restaurants all over the place. And when you need something a bit more lively, Lisbon is just around the corner.

 

 

A destination sought after by retirees to Portugal, and this town is excellent for any ex-pat who wants to lay back and enjoy the sun. As a part of the Algarve region, it has countless beaches, cafés, and parks to satisfy even the most tired of people.

 

And since it is so effective at mellowing people out, it has also attracted a relatively large ex-pat community.

 

It is one of the few places on this list where English can be your only language to get by. The only drawback is the number of tourists that populate the region during the summer, but it's a small price to pay for living in such a wonderful place the whole year-round.