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What to do

Places to visit

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Discovering Cascais and Sintra

Cascais Historic Center represents the old center of a historic coastal city that was once a small fishing village. While the foundation of Cascais dates to the 12th century, it did not become a desirable resort location until the 19th or 20th centuries, when royalty began to frequent the village. Now it is a popular site for beach-goers and tourists who are interested in Portuguese history. Just a train ride away from Lisbon, this site features tiny, shop-lined side streets; cobblestone roads; several parks; and local bars and restaurants. While you're here, visit the area's art and sea museum, as well as the ruins of the Castle of Cascais.

Cascais Historic Center

Sintra is both a town and a municipality in Portugal, located in the district of Lisbon. The town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on account of its 19th century Romantic architecture. Sintra has become a major tourist attraction, with many day-trippers visiting from nearby Lisbon. Attractions include the fabulous Pena Palace (19th c.) and the Castelo dos Mouros (reconstructed 19th c.) with a breath-taking view of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, and the summer residence of the kings of Portugal PalácioNacional de Sintra (largely 15th/16th c.), in the town itself. The Sintra Mountain Range.

Sintra



With an architectural design by Eduardo Souto de Moura, Pritzker Prize 2011, the Casa das Histórias Paula Rego (Paula Rego House of Stories) was inaugurated in September 2009. It is the most international museum space in the county.

In 2006, Paula Rego chose Cascais to build "her" House of Stories, a museum with a project by the architect Eduardo Souto de Moura, which displays a significant part of her graphic works and some pieces by her husband Victor Willing, artist and art critic, who passed away in 1988.

Paula Rego Museum

Casino Estoril is a great gaming and leisure complex that is distinguished by its ability to promote arts and shows.

Casino Estoril is open every single day of the week from 15:00 to 03:00, closed only on Christmas eve, December 24th.

Casino do Estoril



The Guincho beach is located between two rocks, the high point and the tip of the fan, with a great amount of sand, both in length and width.

With clear and crystalline water, Guincho beach is considered one of the largest beaches in the country, with a high number of travelers, being part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. It is also sought by Surfers, Windsurfers and Kitesurfers, where world championships of these same modalities are held.

Guincho Beach

The Museum Quarter is a cultural destination with a diverse offer of experiences that nourish a love for the arts and for the pleasure of life.

Located within a confined area, discover different cultural facilities that will keep their identities although as a whole they represent memory, tradition and heritage.

Cascais Museum Quarter



Created in the 40s, this large green space is the result of the joining of the gardens of Palácio Condes Castro Guimarães (Counts of Castro Guimarães Palace) with the property of the Viscount of Gandarinha, in the town of Cascais.

Cascais Park – Marechal Carmona

Located in the Sintra hills, the Park and Palace of Pena are the fruit of King Ferdinand II’s creative genius and the greatest expression of 19th-century romanticism in Portugal, denoting clear influences from the Manueline and Moorish styles of architecture. The palace was built in such a way as to be visible from any point in the park, which consists of a forest and luxuriant gardens with over five hundred different species of trees originating from the four corners of the earth.

Palácio da Pena

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Boca do Inferno (literally meaning Hell's Mouth) is a sort of a cave where the ocean comes in with a magnificent natural beauty and majesty. It is an interesting highlight close to the urban centre that induces the visitor not only for observation and contemplation of the gorgeousness of this place, but also for a relaxed walk or a pleasant bike ride along the coastline.

Boca do Inferno

With a wide range of facilities and prime sporting locations, Cascais has the right climate for an enjoyable holiday with lots of sunshine and a steady breeze blowing throughout the whole year, offering ideal conditions for lovers of all sports.

The coastline is the ideal setting for water sports such as: sailing, windsurfing, surfing, kite surfing and water skiing, which are some of the many sports that can be practiced along our coast, some of them supported by the yacht clubs in the region, including the Clube Naval de Cascais.

Cascais Coast


What to do

Activities


Walk in Cascais

The Cascais-Estoril promenade is an enjoyable 3km walk that extends from fishing town of Cascais to the small village of Sao Joao do Estoril. The route follows the sea walls and sea defences that line the beaches and rock outcrops of the coastline. The promenade is flat and is suitable to visitors of all ages and abilities. The Estorilpromenade passes many of the region’s best beaches and there are many interesting sights, historical buildings and outdoor cafes.

This one of the most popular short walks in the Cascais region and it is possible to walk from one train station to another. The western end of the walk is served by Cascaistrain station while the eastern end is close to the Sao Joao do Estoril train station. Estoril train station is at the halfway point of the walk. The “Cascais to Estoril” section of the promenade is the most popular and has more cafes, restaurants and shops than the “Estoril to Sao Joao do Estoril” section.

The sea defences (and the promenade) finish at the Praia da Azarujinha beach, in Sao Joao do Estoril. From this beach to the train station there are steep steps which climb the cliff face, for a flat ramp access leave the promenade at the Praia da Poça beach.

Sao Joao do Estoril is in the same train fare zone as Cascais, so there is no need to purchase a separate ticket for the return journey. Cascais train station is close to the Praia da Duquesa beach but it is more enjoyable to continue into Cascais town centre. To extend the walk visit the pretty gardens in front of the Estoril Casino. The casino is directly behind Estoril train station at the Praia do Tamariz beach.

Cycling is not permitted along the Estoril promenade and is simply not possible at the weekends when it can get rather busy with pedestrians. An enjoyable cycling route is from Cascais to Guincho beach that follows the N247 west out of Cascais. The 9km route is along a purpose build cycle trail (of distractive red tarmac) and passes a very scenic coastline.

The Cascais-Estoril promenade walk

Start: Praia da Conceição

Finish: Praia da Azarujinha

Time: 2 hours

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes


Walk in Cascais

The bike ride from Cascais to the stunning, surfing beach of Praia de Guincho follows a purpose built cycle path and the 10km round trip is an enjoyable half day tourist activity. The route follows the dramatic cliff coastline and passes multiple interesting sights.

Guincho beach is a vast sandy beach that faces the might of the Atlantic Ocean, the huge waves are great for surfing while the near constant breeze is ideal for kite surfing. The beach is situated on the edge of the Serra de Sintra National Park, which has enabled the region to maintain its unpreserved, natural beauty. Cycling is one of the best ways to travel to Guincho beach, as there is only a limited bus service from Cascais and taxi fares are expensive. Most visitors to Guincho drive but it can be difficult to find a parking space during the summer.

The cycle path follows the main coastal road (the N247) but cyclists can follow a separate path. This enables tourists to take it at their own pace and enjoy the views. The route closely follows the coastline and there are some gentle but long inclines along the way. The route is relatively easy but the main challenge is the heat in peak seasons. Make sure to stop at one of the plentiful cafes, viewpoints and free water fountains along the way.

Cycle ride to Guincho beach from Cascais

Start: Castro Guimarães museum

Finish: Guincho beach

Time: 4 hours

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes

Rental locations:

Next to the train Station

Next to Posto de Informação de Turismo de Natureza de Cascais


Golf in Cascais

The Quinta da Marinha Golf Course, in Cascais, has 18 holes with 5.870 meters of pure nature and big challenges. This par 71, designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, offers fantastic views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Sintra Mountains. In this course you can really see the style of Robert Trent Jones in the elevated Greens & Tees, many bunkers in play and, as expected, some water hazards.Every hole is different, you will have to use all the clubs in the bag and play with strategy to make a good score.

Hotel Quinta da Marinha The Oitavos

The most respected golf course ranking in the world is published biannually by Golf Magazine. On September 2015 Oitavos Dunes jumped 7 places up the list to be considered the 58th best course in the world and the second best in mainland Europe. The recognition is a result of several improvements and changes to the course, with the goal of achieving greater heights for Oitavos Dunes golf course and golf in Portugal.

Penha Longa

Ranked in the top 30 Courses in Continental Europe, Penha Longa Resort 27 holes designed by the famed Robert Trent Jones jr, are escapist golf at its best.With its bold drives, courageous approaches and artful greens, it is both an adrenalin rush and a soothing journey through one of Portugal's most inspiring landscapes. Exciting at every turn, this championship challenge and host to the Portuguese Open, is a master of variety and thrills.


Where to stay

Hotels


Hotels

The 5-star Palácio Estoril offers opulent interiors set in lush gardens with agolf course. Just 200 m from Congress Estoril Center and from the AtlanticOcean, it has 4 dining outlets and an Asian-inspired spa. Rooms at PalácioEstoril Hotel & Golf are spacious and warmly decorated. They are fitted withevery comfort, including a spacious work area and a flat-screen TV.

Stars: *****

Booking.com score: 9.2

Location: Estoril

Palacio Estoril Hotel Golf & Spa Miragem Health & Spa

The outdoor infinity pool at this 5-star Cascais hotel overlooks the AtlanticOcean. The hotel features a Spa, a Health Club, restaurants and free WiFithroughout the property. There is also a new area available for all guests, theMiragem Water Lounge. The Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa is 300 mfrom Monte Estoril Rail Station and 300 m from Praia das Moitas Beach.

Stars: *****


Location: Cascais


Hotels

Located in upscale Cascais, the 5-star Sheraton Cascais Resort - Hotel &Residences is surrounded by quality golf courses and is 4-minute drive fromthe Atlantic Ocean. The recently-renovated resort includes a restaurant,outdoor swimming pools, extensive garden and a relaxing Spa & Wellnessarea.

Stars: *****


Location: Cascais

Sheraton Cascais Resort Quinta da Marinha Resort

Hotel Quinta da Marinha is a luxury resort situated in the Sintra-CascaisNatural Park overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It has an 18-hole golf course and2 restaurants. Rooms also include a minibar, flat-screen TV and a privatebathroom with Molton & Brown amenities.

Stars: *****


Location: Cascais


Hotels

Former residence of the exiled Italian kings, Grande Real Villa Itália Hotel &Spa faces the Atlantic Ocean in Cascais. It features a thalasso spa with faceand body treatments, a well-equipped gym and nearby golf courses. Thepalatial rooms combine classical furnishings with modern appliances, includingfree WiFi and a flat-screen cable TV.

Stars: *****


Location: Cascais

Grande Real Villa Itália Hotel & Spa

Situated a 3-minute walk away from the Estoril Convention Centre, thecharming Inglaterra features a panoramic restaurant and a rooftop outdoorswimming pool, which has a classic car decorating the sun lounger area.Tamariz beach is a 10-minute walk away, Poça Beach is a 5-minute walk and itis 2 km from the Cascais centre.

Stars: ****


Location: Estoril

Hotel Inglaterra Charme & Boutique


Hotels

Set in front of the Atlantic Ocean, the luxurious 5-star Intercontinental Estorilfeatures an outdoor swimming pool, indoor pool and a fitness centre. Theproperty includes a restaurant and is 1 km from Estoril Casino. Guests of theIntercontinental can have a taste of traditional Portuguese cooking at the hotelrestaurant, including the famed Portuguese fish and seafood specialities.

Stars: *****


Location: Estoril

InterContinental Estoril

Located on a hilltop in Costa do Estoril, the beachfront Hotel Estoril Eden offers2 pools, a hot tub and sauna. The spacious rooms open onto balconies and areequipped with an LCD TV and free Wi-Fi. The guest rooms includea kitchenette, air conditioning and a seating area. Each room has a privatebathroom with a bath tub and hairdryer.

Stars: ****


Location: Estoril

Estoril Eden


Restaurants


Restaurants

The esplanades and the interior were designed and decorated for a cozy leisurely and discreet experience. The exceptional location over the sea and the fish and seafood of highest quality and freshness contribute to the leading role of this restaurant located in the beloved Cascais area – The GuinchoHighroad. The excellent service provided by a dedicated and professional team will introduce you to some of the specialities of Furnas do Guincho. The variety of fish on a salt bed and baked fish plus seafood Paelha, fish stew Furnas style, Cataplana (special cooking dish presented at the table) of octopus and sweet potato and an extensive list of seafood dishes for your choice.

Open everyday

Price: €€€

Furnas do Guincho Mar do Inferno

Located in Boca do Inferno in Cascais, the Restaurant Mar do Inferno is run by Maria de Lourdes Tirano and her two sons, who have been around for 30 years.

With a magnificent terrace in a privileged place, where the fresh fish and the varied Seafood are the most popular delicacies, having at its disposal a menu based on grills

Closing Day: Wednesday

Price: €€€


Restaurants

The restaurant combines its privileged location on Guincho road, over the Atlantic, with fresh food straight from the ocean. From hake fillets with cockle rice to seafood cataplana, as well as the fantastic fried liver Portuguese style, all dishes are rich in flavor and freshness, served in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

On the terrace, with the ocean almost at your feet, one can relax to the sound of the waves pounding against the rocks. This setting is prone to a toast with one of the wines from the extensive and diverse wine list, always up to date with the market trends.

Open everyday

Price: €€€€

Monte Mar Choupana Gordinni

Choupana Gordinni has undoubtedly given a new life to a space that for decades was one of the select places of the Estoril line.

Modern and sophisticated space where international cuisine is practiced, with a touch of refinement and decorated with the use of straight lines and neutral colors, is located on a hillside just above the sea, where the fantastic views along with the menu are the ex-libris of the place.

Between the sea and the sun, from the view to the personalized service with a touch of refinement, the romantic atmosphere to the sound of the piano, the minimalist decoration to the Mediterranean cuisine, this is a privileged place.

Closing Day: Mondays

Price: €€€


Restaurants

In the heart of Guincho, with a balcony over the beach and a cheerful and cozy decoration, come and taste all the flavors of the sea transformed by the know-how of Mestre Zé.

In Mestre Zé you may find fresh fish from the coast, seafood from our vivarium, a large variety of desserts and a wide selection of wines.

Open everyday

Price: €€€

Mestre Zé Santini

With over six decades of history, Santini ice cream is already a tradition in Cascais and Lisbon. “A unique taste”, “one of the best ice creams in the world” and “food of the gods” are some descriptions given by customers on TripAdvisor.

Even on the coldest days, may be lines to buy ice cream, but the wait is not in vain. Besides the taste, the shops have modern decoration and a very pleasant atmosphere.

Closing Day: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Price: €


Bars


Bars

Its eclectic and its classic, and it has the perfect ambience in which to chill with business associates and friends alike. BAR FAROL is an intimate space conducive for an afternoon libation, a pre-dinner cocktail or simply to wind down and relax after dinner. The recipe of lounge tunes, refined surroundings and stunning view can be enjoyed equally during daytime, sunset or evening.

Open everyday

Price: €€

Farol Design Hotel – Bar Farol Blue Bar Praia – Hotel Baía

With a breathtaking view, this is the ideal place to relax and try the assortment of cocktails and light meals that the Blue Bar offers.A privileged space, perfect for glamorous seaview sunsets with cocktails and a summer atmosphere, provided by the sunlight reflected from the terrace and the soft lighting that diffuses through the screen that rises over the pool. The versatility of Blue Bar Baía also allows for private and corporate events.

Closing Day: Sundays

Price: €€

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