Children are welcome everywhere in Portugal, including restaurants late into the evening. You will see Portuguese families dining with children at 9 or 10 PM, so do not feel constrained by early bedtimes.
Family-friendly highlights include the Lisbon Oceanarium (one of Europe's best aquariums), Sintra's fairy-tale castles, the beaches of the Algarve, and boat trips on the Douro. Interactive museums in Lisbon cover science, maritime history, and more.
Practical considerations: cobblestone streets challenge strollers; carriers work better for small children. Portuguese restaurants serve adult-sized portions; ask for a half portion (meia dose) for children. High chairs are common in tourist-area restaurants.
Most hotels accommodate families, and many offer interconnecting rooms or suites. The Algarve has numerous family-oriented resorts with pools and kids clubs.
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