The year is ending and suddenly Christmas lights balance the streets and the rush for presents, decorative ornaments, orders and preparations for Christmas Eve begin.

Christmas markets are ideal for shopping, amuse and the right excuse to discover new places while experiencing the Christmas atmosphere. Rent a Hertz car and enjoy your travel with full comfort and convenience.

Porto Christmas Village

Held at Alfândega do Porto, in an indoor space, the event runs until December 30. Alfândega is transformed into a Christmas village and attracts many visitors. Besides the famous Christmas market, you will also find an ice rink and a Toy Factory. Fun is guaranteed while you search for the ideal gifts.

Óbidos Christmas Village

At this time of the year, the Christmas Village is getting ready to receive thousands of people. The market that aims to be "the most magical place in the country" will run until December 31, in an open-air environment and offers moments of magic, music, fun, circus and theater. Children and adults will have fun with the ice rink, the Portuguese nativity scene village, treats and Santa Claus' House. 

Funchal Christmas Market

Madeira has one of the best Christmas markets in Europe. Until January 9th, in the heart of Funchal, besides the Christmas spirit, you will find several food and drinks exhibitions, music, the nativity scene and much more. For the chillier ones, this time on the Island tends to be warmer when compared to the rest of the country, which makes the atmosphere more magical and inviting for this special journey.

With so much to enjoy in the Island, the ideal is to rent a car and enjoy every moment.

Book your car in one of our Hertz locations throughout Mainland Portugal, Madeira and Azores Islands. Accelerate your adventure with our online check-in and find out more about the best Portuguese Christmas markets.