Guidebook for Cascais
Sightseeing
One of the most beautiful architectural and landscape Romantic creations in Portugal. It was built in 1858 for Sir Francis Cook.
246 locals recommend
Park and palace Monserrate
Rua Visconde de MonserrateOne of the most beautiful architectural and landscape Romantic creations in Portugal. It was built in 1858 for Sir Francis Cook.
The Citadel of Nossa Senhora da Luz, is part of the military forts built between the 15th and 17th centuries for coast defense. Completely remodeled, is now home of an Hotel, shops and terrace rests
34 locals recommend
Palace of Cascais Citadel
246 Av. Dom Carlos IThe Citadel of Nossa Senhora da Luz, is part of the military forts built between the 15th and 17th centuries for coast defense. Completely remodeled, is now home of an Hotel, shops and terrace rests
Ex-libris of Sintra. Combine the pursuit of exoticism to the fascination with nature. Between exotic and native species trees, discover many monuments that form a set not to be missed.
736 locals recommend
Park and National Palace of Pena
Estrada da PenaEx-libris of Sintra. Combine the pursuit of exoticism to the fascination with nature. Between exotic and native species trees, discover many monuments that form a set not to be missed.
The Castle of the Moors is a hilltop medieval castle located in the central Sintra Mountains. Great sightseeing.
315 locals recommend
Moorish Castle
The Castle of the Moors is a hilltop medieval castle located in the central Sintra Mountains. Great sightseeing.
The magnificent village of Sintra is all her magic and full of splendour. A romantic realm where majestic palaces, a fairytale Castle and glamorous mansions properties emerge in the midst of mountains
1253 locals recommend
Sintra
The magnificent village of Sintra is all her magic and full of splendour. A romantic realm where majestic palaces, a fairytale Castle and glamorous mansions properties emerge in the midst of mountains
One of the most beautiful beaches of Portugal. A Mecca for surfers and kite surfers and a paradise for swimmers and sunbathers of cascais, when they are lucky... :-)
606 locals recommend
Guincho Beach
One of the most beautiful beaches of Portugal. A Mecca for surfers and kite surfers and a paradise for swimmers and sunbathers of cascais, when they are lucky... :-)
Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of the European continent or, as wrote Luís Vaz de Camões, the place "Where the land ends and the sea begins" (in Os Lusíadas, Canto VIII). Great sightseeing!
487 locals recommend
Cape Roca
s/n Estrada do Cabo da RocaCabo da Roca is the westernmost point of the European continent or, as wrote Luís Vaz de Camões, the place "Where the land ends and the sea begins" (in Os Lusíadas, Canto VIII). Great sightseeing!
Food Scene
Fish and seafood specialist, is a classic of the region with sober atmosphere and superb sea views. Holder of a Michelin Star, is one of the most emblematic restaurants in the country.
28 locals recommend
Porto Santa Maria
S/N Estrada do GuinchoFish and seafood specialist, is a classic of the region with sober atmosphere and superb sea views. Holder of a Michelin Star, is one of the most emblematic restaurants in the country.
One of our favorites. With a privileged location on the Atlantic, a modern design and a warm atmosphere, the restaurant offers you excellent choices of fish and seafood dishes with a great view.
7 locals recommend
Restaurante Furnas do Guincho Lda.
One of our favorites. With a privileged location on the Atlantic, a modern design and a warm atmosphere, the restaurant offers you excellent choices of fish and seafood dishes with a great view.
A great fish and seafood restaurante in one of the beautiful beachs in Portugal (Praia da Adraga)
74 locals recommend
Restaurante d'Adraga
Rua da Praia da AdragaA great fish and seafood restaurante in one of the beautiful beachs in Portugal (Praia da Adraga)
Gelados Santini
28F Av. ValbomThe best Ice Cream in the world! Do not miss it! :-)
A block west of the park, this handsomely set pastelaria and restaurant impresses with its teas, sandwiches, daily specials and pastries. The best "Pastel de Nata" of the world! Do not miss it! :-)
111 locals recommend
Pastelaria Garrett
54 Av. de NiceA block west of the park, this handsomely set pastelaria and restaurant impresses with its teas, sandwiches, daily specials and pastries. The best "Pastel de Nata" of the world! Do not miss it! :-)
Tennis Court, Terrace and Restaurant. To have a drink and eat a snack. Open until 00AM.
Marinha Guincho Living
Rua do CaboTennis Court, Terrace and Restaurant. To have a drink and eat a snack. Open until 00AM.
A small and cozy restaurante in Cascais Centre, with great ambience and great food. Good wines, cheeses and portuguese tapas. It is better to book +351 918 814 104
15 locals recommend
Dom Diniz
77 R. Alexandre HerculanoA small and cozy restaurante in Cascais Centre, with great ambience and great food. Good wines, cheeses and portuguese tapas. It is better to book +351 918 814 104
Great location in the center of Cascais with a lovely terrace with Bay view and excellent italian food.
22 locals recommend
Caffé Italia
1 Rua do Poço NovoGreat location in the center of Cascais with a lovely terrace with Bay view and excellent italian food.
If you like to enjoy the soft breeze of the ocean and taste the delightful taste of the portuguese seafood, then Maria Pia is the place to be and to discover. Overlooking the Marina and the Bay.
14 locals recommend
Restaurante Maria Pia
Passeio Dona Maria PiaIf you like to enjoy the soft breeze of the ocean and taste the delightful taste of the portuguese seafood, then Maria Pia is the place to be and to discover. Overlooking the Marina and the Bay.
Arguably the best steak house in the whole region with a high level choice of meat, not counting a familiar service and with a good wine cellar. You have to book 00 351 21 482 23 40
Armazém 22
22 Rua dos NavegantesArguably the best steak house in the whole region with a high level choice of meat, not counting a familiar service and with a good wine cellar. You have to book 00 351 21 482 23 40
Farol Hotel
7 Avenida Rei Humberto II de ItáliaA Terrace with a great sea view for na afternoon snack or drink.
Located just off Almoçageme to Praia Grande, it is known for very good quality grilled meat serving. Other specialities are roast cod and fried flounder. Don't miss the "Arroz Doce" for desert... :-)
7 locals recommend
Adega Coelho
7 Av. Dr. Brandão de VasconcelosLocated just off Almoçageme to Praia Grande, it is known for very good quality grilled meat serving. Other specialities are roast cod and fried flounder. Don't miss the "Arroz Doce" for desert... :-)
The oldest of the famous Sintra's cheesecakes, whose first historical references date back to the year 1756. Currently a pastry shop and tea room, is the perfect place to experience these typical cake
56 locals recommend
Queijadas da Sapa
12 Volta do DucheThe oldest of the famous Sintra's cheesecakes, whose first historical references date back to the year 1756. Currently a pastry shop and tea room, is the perfect place to experience these typical cake
For many, no visit to Sintra is complete without a stop at Piriquita, a café known for selling the best Sintra specialties - the "Travesseiro" and the "Queijada" (cheese tart).
182 locals recommend
Casa Piriquita
1 R. PadariasFor many, no visit to Sintra is complete without a stop at Piriquita, a café known for selling the best Sintra specialties - the "Travesseiro" and the "Queijada" (cheese tart).
Traditional market (fruit, vegetables, fish and meat) on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 6:30 am to 2:00 pm. Various restaurants. We recommend the "Marisco na Praça" (fish and seafood) or "Gulli" (Italian).
131 locals recommend
Cascais market
Traditional market (fruit, vegetables, fish and meat) on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 6:30 am to 2:00 pm. Various restaurants. We recommend the "Marisco na Praça" (fish and seafood) or "Gulli" (Italian).
Close to the beach of Guincho, offers a cosy atmosphere, traditional and regional cuisine, in which stand out dishes of Minho and the Alentejo.
Restaurante O Púcaro
13 Estrada Foz do GuinchoClose to the beach of Guincho, offers a cosy atmosphere, traditional and regional cuisine, in which stand out dishes of Minho and the Alentejo.
Privileged view to the immense Atlantic, there are proposed the best flavors from the sea, prepared with refinement and served in a light and relaxed environment. +351 214 869 270
33 locals recommend
Monte Mar
Avenida Nossa Senhora RosarioPrivileged view to the immense Atlantic, there are proposed the best flavors from the sea, prepared with refinement and served in a light and relaxed environment. +351 214 869 270
Located right in the Cascais Fish Market with a unique decoration.
Top quality fresh seafood in a relaxed & casual atmosphere.
Don’t leave Cascais without trying this!
On arrival, before sitting, you´ll choose from the many different options. In the end, you will see, good value for money!
34 locals recommend
Marisco na Praça
34 R. Padre Moisés da SilvaLocated right in the Cascais Fish Market with a unique decoration.
Top quality fresh seafood in a relaxed & casual atmosphere.
Don’t leave Cascais without trying this!
On arrival, before sitting, you´ll choose from the many different options. In the end, you will see, good value for money!
One of our favourites... just in Cascais Centre.
Waka is a small cool and cozy restaurant with wonderful Ceviche!
Warning: Don't go to this Restaurant if you like to be served by ugly waiters or if you fancy a Steak well done! :-)
+351214864100
7 locals recommend
Waka Cevicheria
96 R. Alexandre HerculanoOne of our favourites... just in Cascais Centre.
Waka is a small cool and cozy restaurant with wonderful Ceviche!
Warning: Don't go to this Restaurant if you like to be served by ugly waiters or if you fancy a Steak well done! :-)
+351214864100
Arts & Culture
Some of the work of the great Portuguese artist Paula Rego. The Museum was designed by the great portuguese architect Eduardo Souto and Moura and it's worth just for it.
280 locals recommend
Casa das Histórias Paula Rego
300 Av. da RepúblicaSome of the work of the great Portuguese artist Paula Rego. The Museum was designed by the great portuguese architect Eduardo Souto and Moura and it's worth just for it.
When you enter the Casino Estoril you are entering the biggest Casino in Europe and the most sophisticated and diverse leisure and entertainment complex in Portugal.
359 locals recommend
Casino Estoril
Avenida Doutor Stanley HoWhen you enter the Casino Estoril you are entering the biggest Casino in Europe and the most sophisticated and diverse leisure and entertainment complex in Portugal.
Everything Else
Another view of the beautiful Baía de Cascais and the Fortress, with shops, terraces and restaurants.
160 locals recommend
Cascais Marina
Another view of the beautiful Baía de Cascais and the Fortress, with shops, terraces and restaurants.
Shopping
A big and modern shopping center, with shops, supermarket, FNAC, restaurants and cinemas. Bus is just beside the apartment door (towards north)
263 locals recommend
CascaiShopping
Estrada Nacional 9A big and modern shopping center, with shops, supermarket, FNAC, restaurants and cinemas. Bus is just beside the apartment door (towards north)