We’re crazy about Sintra pillows, for everything there is to visit in Oeiras, Cascais e Sesimbra, for fish and seafood from Setúbal, for the sour cherry from Óbidos and the giant waves of the Nazareth. Deep down, we’re crazy about getaways!
That’s why we went to each of these 10 places to get to know them better and, of course, to convince you that they are places of incredible beauty that deserve a longer getaway.
Come aboard on this journey through some of the most beautiful places near Lisbon.
Sintra
One of the most romantic villages in our country needs no introduction.
We’ve talked about Sintra several times and we’ve even dedicated an article to it the 15 must-see places in this wonderful place.
It would take many days (maybe weeks) to get to know all its beauties and even then, there would always be something left to discover, in a nook or cranny in the village, among the vegetation of the mountains or on a secret beach.
Oeiras
Oeiras is located on the coast, about 10 kilometers from the city of Lisbon.
You’ll find so much to visit and get to know here that you’ll have to come back a few more times.
Since there are so many places to explore, both in the town and in the surrounding areas, has put together 10 must-see places in this part of Greater Lisbon.
Setúbal
The white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water, the green of the Serra da Arrábida, and a gastronomy rich in fresh fish and, of course, the delicious fried cuttlefish, make the city of Setúbal, just over 30 minutes from the capital, one of the getaways to visit at any time of the year, although it is in summer that you can best enjoy all these attractions.
In this guide, we show you the best Setúbal has to offer its visitors.
Barreiro
With a privileged location on the south bank of the Tagus, the Barreiro is a municipality that has modernized in recent years, contributing to a greater and better range of services for its population and visitors.
This getaway has an extensive riverfront, where you can stroll and relax by the Tagus, as well as other equally attractive points of interest.
Almada
By boat, train or car, it’s a short hop to Almada. There’s plenty to discover there too, including some well-kept secrets.
Almost always with the Tagus on the horizon, this is our guide on what to see and visit in Almada, which starts by the river and ends with a swim.
Cascais
It’s no coincidence that kings and princes from all over the world have chosen Cascais as their vacation spot .
Beautiful, glamorous and serene, this town with the sea on its doorstep and the mountains outside its window, has a lot to discover and offer.
Sesimbra
There is no doubt that Sesimbra is also known for its famous and “secret” beaches.
But in this town there are much more to discover: cultural traditions linked to the sea, monuments and even urban art, which has spread throughout the town in recent years.
Mafra
We, so close by, have to take advantage of this unique place that is Mafra .
It is 45 minutes from Lisbon and has plenty to visit, such as the Palace and Convent of Mafra, the Tapada and, of course, the beautiful towns of Mafra and Ericeira.
Take a look our itinerary and, as soon as possible, will set off to discover a West made up of history and the sea.
Also near Mafra, we suggest the always spectacular visits to the Village of Mata Pequena, to Azenhas do Mar and José Franco Typical Village.
Óbidos
The town of Óbidos is located just 85 kilometers from Lisbon, the perfect destination for a weekend getaway.
This medieval town is as beautiful as it is captivating and there are many reasons to visit it, from the famous Ginjinha de Óbidos in a chocolate cup; the Óbidos Lagoon, the longest on the Portuguese coast; and, of course, Óbidos Castle, one of the best preserved in the country and where the town itself is located.
You know them all our reasons to visit this town.
Nazareth
In the center of the country, we invite you to visit the fishing village of Nazaré, which you’ve probably heard of thanks to its tidal waves, the biggest in the world, and where every year new records are broken by surfers from all over the world, who come to Praia do Norte to try their luck.
The big waves come back season after season, after every summer.
Our suggestion is that you lose yourself in one of the escapades through the streets and corners that this typical village has to offer, on a walk that promises to be a discovery among the friendly people of this beach.
