Estoril Travel Guide

Lisbon District

Tamariz Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people
Tamariz Beach showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and swimming
Tamariz Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views
Tamariz Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people
Tamariz Beach featuring general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach

Estoril is a town located on the Lisbon coastline, approximately 60 minutes from the city centre by rail or 30 minutes by road.

Since the 19th Century, Estoril has been a popular holiday area for the nobility and the royal family. Since then, grand hotels and Europe's biggest casino were built to welcome guests.

Today the Casino remains a popular entertainment spot, with restaurants, a nightclub, musicals and shows, and multitude of slot machines. Estoril has also some of Portugal’s finest golf courses, international events like MotoGP at Estoril Circuit and the Estoril Open as well as the Music Jazz Festival.

Some of the most popular landmarks of Estoril include Casa de Verdades de Faria, which houses the beautiful Museum of Portuguese Music and St. Anthony's Church, a beautiful church, popular for weddings.

Beside the Sea

Estoril's Tamariz beach is one of the most popular beaches in the area. It’s located right in front of the casino and is usually crowded during the summer, with live DJs providing musical entertainment. It is easily recognisable – just look out for the stunning castle. Another popular pick is the Praia de Carcavelos, a wide golden sand beach that offers great conditions for surfing. If you’re looking for a little peace and quiet, Sao Pedro do Estoril Beach is the one for you.

Visit Lisbon

Take the train to Cais do Sodré and visit the historic Lisbon downtown area, the Sé Cathedral and the castle. Take the tram in Praça do Comércio to explore the charming streets of Alfama or Belém district. Here you can visit the famous custard tarts factory and taste the typical ‘Pastéis de nata’, while admiring the monuments to the Age of Discovery, such as Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. If you appreciate modern architecture head to the Park of Nations, with its cathedral-shaped train station, cable car and famous aquarium.

Visit Cabo da Rocha

This is the westernmost point of Europe and has dramatic cliffs by the sea. There is also a lighthouse and scenic paths you can follow along the cliffs.

Visit Sintra

Sintra is only 15 minutes away from Estoril by car. This town is classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site with palaces designed in the Romantic style, all set against the backdrop of a Nature Park. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Palácio da Pena, Quinta de Regaleira and the Moorish Castle.


Popular places to visit

Things to do



Other neighbourhoods around Estoril

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Carcavelos

Visitors to Carcavelos enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carcavelos Beach is worth a stop.

Carcavelos
Carmo Convent featuring heritage architecture

Lisbon Old Town

4/5(777 area reviews)

Lisbon Old Town is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square. See more of Lisbon by jumping on the metro at São Pedro de Alcântara Stop or Elevador da Glória Stop.

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Lapa

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Lapa. Spend some time visiting top spots like National Museum of Ancient Art, and catch the metro at Rua Santana à Lapa Stop or R. S. Domingos à Lapa Stop to see more of the area.

Lapa
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Santos

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Museums, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some notable features of Santos. Make a stop by National Museum of Ancient Art or Puppet Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rua de São João da Mata Stop or Santos-o-velho Stop to get around town.

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Botanical Garden which includes a garden

Príncipe Real

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Noted for its gardens and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Príncipe Real. Top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and National Museum of Natural History are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Príncipe Real Stop or Rato Station to see more of the city.

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Bica

Bica is a destination travellers like for its cafes, and you might hop aboard the metro at Cç. Combro Stop or Sta. Catarina Stop to explore sights like Santa Catarina Viewpoint.

Bica

Estoril Travel Guide