Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip
Cascais e Estoril, Lisbon
Explore the lush green landscape of the Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra on a day trip from Lisbon. Discover the park with your guide, visit a castle, try fresh seafood and spend time on the beach.
Day trip from Lisbon to Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra suit travelers interested in nature, history, and coastal scenery.
Highlights
- Explore the landscape of Arrábida Natural Park
- Visit the hilltop sanctuary of Our Lady of the Cape at Cabo Espichel
- Tour the fishing village of Sesimbra and its Moorish castle
- Relax on the golden sand beaches of Arrábida
- Discover Saint Margareth Cave, Portinho da Arrábida, and visit Setúbal
Description
Meet your guide at your Lisbon hotel and travel by air-conditioned minivan across the 25th of April Bridge to Arrábida Natural Park. Learn about the park’s history while admiring the green hills and cliffs at Meco Beach, overlooking the western coastline.
Continue to Cabo Espichel and visit the 600-year-old Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichel, a pilgrimage site. Capture panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from the clifftop.
Next, visit Sesimbra, a fishing town where you can stroll to the Moorish castle and explore its medieval past. Enjoy lunch on fresh fish at a local restaurant (own expense).
After lunch, travel along quiet roads to the southern coastline of the park. Explore Saint Margareth’s Cave, requiring moderate walking, and visit the harbor at Portinho da Arrábida.
Drive along the scenic seaside road to Setúbal and visit Casa da Baía, an 18th-century building hosting local products and an interpretive center on the resident dolphin population.
Alternatively, spend free time at Arrábida’s golden beaches like Galapos, Galapinhos, or Praia dos Coelhos, ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
The tour concludes with a return to your Lisbon hotel.
Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off at your Lisbon hotel or apartment
- Transfer by air-conditioned minivan
- WiFi available on the van
Excludes
- Lunch
Important Information
- Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking
- Bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to swim at the beach
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your preferred date. Morning departures offer cooler temperatures and quieter beaches.
