What You Will Do
Discover the charming village of Sesimbra, famous for its stunning beaches. We visited the Fortaleza de Santiago, located on the seafront, with incredible panoramic views and a rich history from the 17th century.
We visit Sesimbra Castle, an imposing medieval fortification with spectacular views of the ocean and the town. Inside the castle, we explored Santa Maria Church, with its historic architecture and serene setting.
We continue to Cabo Espichel, where the lighthouse and cliffs provide an unforgettable experience. We visited the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora do Cabo, a pilgrimage site with a fascinating history and views of the Atlantic.
We continue through Serra da Arrábida, a natural park of stunning beauty with green mountains, incredible views and Portinho da Arrábida, a picturesque bay with crystal clear waters, ideal for relaxing and enjoying nature.
This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture and natural beauty, providing a rich and memorable experience.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meeting in front of the restaurant Sabores do Tejo
1
Fortaleza de Santiago
30 minutes
located next to the sand in the center of the bay of Sesimbra, the Fortaleza de Santiago was built in the 17th century, by order of D. João IV, and is part of the line of defense of the banks of the Douro, Tagus and Sado rivers, having been one of the most important defense points on the Arrábida coast.
Inside, there are the military divisions of that time in good condition, such as the governor's residence and the garrison's quarters, the magazine and cisterns, the chapel and the dungeons.
This space, which in recent times has been the stage for cultural events, is in the recovery phase in order to house the future sea museum and other cultural centers.
2
Castelo de Sesimbra
30 minutes
In one of the most beautiful areas around Lisbon, you will find Sesimbra Castle. Overlooking the town's incredible bay, its foundation dates back to a time before Portuguese nationality, but the walls you find when visiting this Castle date back to 1200. It was ordered to be rebuilt by D. Sancho I, in Romanesque style, taking advantage of the fortification previous Muslim – the castle is known in the region as “Castelo dos Mouros”. This castle offers a unique view of the region's amazing geography, with particular emphasis on the Tróia peninsula, the Tagus and Sado estuaries and the impressive Cabo Espichel. In excellent condition and with original elements – including the Church of Nossa Senhora do Castelo, which was built in 1160 – this imposing witness to the history of Portugal is worth visiting.
3
30 minutes
The Church of Nossa Senhora da Consolação is a temple founded in 1165, much altered in relation to the original. The portal remains from the Mannerist period, with the interior covered by a set of tile panels from the first half of the 18th century. The primitive temple is a landmark of the first Christian reconquest carried out by D. Afonso Henriques. It has a regular longitudinal plan, consisting of a temple with a rectangular bell tower and annexes. The facade has a "floor style". The interior includes a nave, chancel and sacristy, with the walls covered in blue and white tiles. The chancel is separated from the nave by a triumphal arch, giving access to the sacristy.
4
Cabo Espichel
45 minutes
The Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora do Cabo is one of the most rugged, primordial and impressive places you can visit in Lisbon. Beaten day and night by tireless winds, this Sanctuary is located on the most isolated plateau of Cabo Espichel. A few kilometers from Lisbon, in a region rich in traces of the great inhabitants of the earth many millions of years ago, you will find the only Portuguese sanctuary planned from scratch. The steep cliffs, made of limestone slabs, offer an impressive and incredible natural setting. Come and discover this intriguing and original baroque monument, on an essential tour around Lisbon
5
Parque Natural da Arrabida
45 minutes
Located next to the sea, between Setúbal and the fishing village of Sesimbra, the Arrábida Natural Park has an incomparable beauty, where the blue of the sea alternates with the whitish tones of the limestone cliffs and the green of the dense plant cover that covers the Mountain range.
Portinho da Arrabida, considered one of the eighth natural wonders of Portugal, you can see Pedra da Anixa, a small islet that constitutes a zoological reserve due to its underwater vegetation.
The meeting of the mountains with the sea created a string of beaches with fine sand and transparent waters, such as Figueirinha, Galapos and Portinho da Arrábida.
Preferred by the Franciscan friars who, between the 16th and 19th centuries, lived in the still existing Convent and meditated in the isolated chapels scattered throughout the mountains.
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