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Portugal with Michael Portillo TV Guide

Upcoming episodes, programme details and where to watch over the next seven days. All times are UK time.

Upcoming airings

Series 1 · Porto

Michael takes us in search of Portugal's heart and soul, beginning in the cosmopolitan and vibrant city Porto, where he explores a bustling food market and a port lodge.

Details for all showings

  • Factual travel
  • Factual
  • News & Factual
  • Subtitles
Original language
English
Broadcast language
English
Subtitle language
English
Programme features
Subtitles · Stereo
Aspect ratio
16:9

Details by showing

  • Monday 26 October at 18:00 · 5

  • Tuesday 27 October at 03:15 · 5

When to watch · 4 showings

  • 5England London(60 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(60 minutes)
  • 5England London(50 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(50 minutes)

Series 1 · Braga and Ponte de Lima

Michael explores Braga and Ponte de Lima, enjoying folk music at the Feiras Novas festival. He then climbs the Bom Jesus shrine, cooks with chef Renato, and ends up with belly dancers!

Details for all showings

  • Factual travel
  • Factual
  • News & Factual
  • Subtitles
Original language
English
Broadcast language
English
Subtitle language
English
Programme features
Subtitles · Stereo
Aspect ratio
16:9

Details by showing

  • Tuesday 27 October at 18:00 · 5

  • Wednesday 28 October at 03:00 · 5

When to watch · 4 showings

  • 5England London(60 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(60 minutes)
  • 5England London(50 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(50 minutes)

Series 1 · The Algarve

Michael explores the Algarve beyond its beaches, uncovering history, visiting Silves's castle and Faro's bone chapel, meeting a fisherman who risks his life for barnacles, and enjoying fresh oysters in Olhao.

Details for all showings

  • Factual travel
  • Factual
  • News & Factual
  • Subtitles
Original language
English
Broadcast language
English
Subtitle language
English
Classification
General
Guidance
Contains scenes of historical burial sites with skeletal remains
Programme features
Subtitles · Stereo
Aspect ratio
16:9

Details by showing

  • Wednesday 28 October at 18:00 · 5

  • Thursday 29 October at 04:30 · 5

When to watch · 4 showings

  • 5England London(60 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(60 minutes)
  • 5England London(45 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(45 minutes)

Series 1 · Madeira

Michael explores the island of Madeira, with its stunning landscapes, historic levadas, and unique toboggan rides, and enjoys a traditional espetada BBQ, local wine, and exotic fruits

Details for all showings

  • Factual travel
  • Factual
  • News & Factual
  • Subtitles
Original language
English
Broadcast language
English
Subtitle language
English
Programme features
Subtitles · Stereo
Aspect ratio
16:9

Details by showing

  • Thursday 29 October at 18:00 · 5

  • Friday 30 October at 03:00 · 5

When to watch · 4 showings

  • 5England London(60 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(60 minutes)
  • 5England London(45 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(45 minutes)

Series 1 · Aveiro and Coimbra

Michael explores Aveiro's canals and Coimbra's underground Roman ruins, enjoys local food and Fado music, and ends his journey in a lively tavern, celebrating Portugal's rich culture.

Details for all showings

  • Factual travel
  • Factual
  • News & Factual
  • Subtitles
Original language
English
Broadcast language
English
Subtitle language
English
Programme features
Subtitles · Stereo
Aspect ratio
16:9

Details by showing

  • Friday 30 October at 18:00 · 5

  • Saturday 31 October at 03:00 · 5

When to watch · 4 showings

  • 5England London(60 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(60 minutes)
  • 5England London(45 minutes)
  • 5+1England London(45 minutes)