Suniest Beaches

Praia do Salgado
Tranquil beach Salgado beach is a vast beach located between São Martinho do Porto and Nazaré. Usually the sea is fairly rough, and the beach can be quite steep, so it's not the most suitable beach...

Peniche's (surf) beaches
Surfers paradise There are many beaches to the north and south of Peniche. Most of these beaches are very popular with surfers because of the superb waves. On this website you can see all beaches....

The beaches of São Pedro de Moel
Versatile seaside resort close to Leiria São Pedro de Moel is a small sea resort, at about 20 kilometers from Leiria. The Portuguese people like to spend time on the beaches of this village. Also...

Santa Cruz beaches
Sun space all around In the Torres Vedras there are several beaches, like Praia Azul, Santa Rita and Santa Cruz. On this page you can find more information.
Most Beautiful Places

Monastry Alcobaça
The history of the monastry, a lovestory The Real Abadia (royal abbey) de Santa Maria is in many ways the heart of Alcobaça. It all started when King Afons I promised to give some land to saint...

National Palace of Queluz
The Portuguese Versailles is definitely worth a visit Originally the palace was a hunting lodge, but in 1747 Dom Pedro III renovated it into a rococo palace, and he started using it as a summer...

Grutas Mira d'Aire
T he largest caves in Portugal They were discovered in 1947, and in 1974 they were opened to the public. There are several halls, each has its own name, like the Red Room, or the Chapel. A river...

Sintra
Culturally very rich area where you can easily spend a whole day On the 'edge' of the Costa de Prata you can find one of the most de meest interesting places of Portugal. Palácio Nacional de Sintra...
Popular Activities
Shopping
For shop-aholics If you love to shop, the Costa de Prata is also the place to be, because there are many shopping centres in the area. You can find them in the list below. There are also some...
Horseriding
Exploring the area by horse For riding lessons or hacks you can contact: - CEIA (Centro Equestre Internacional de Alfeizerão) - Centro Hípico de Alcaria , in de Serra de Aire e de Candeeiros
Waterparks
Water fun for the whole family! At the Costa de Prata you are never far from the sea if you want to swim. But a water park is of course also a great day out, especially for the kids. There are...
Spotting Dolphins
Observe dolphins with your own eyes Both from Nazaré as from Peniche, boat trips are organised to see the dolphins. There are several agents. Such as: Nazaré Waterfun Atlantis Waterfun
Nicest Towns
Peniche
Peniche is full of history The town of Peniche is located on a peninsula. In the Roman ages Peniche was still an island, but over the years coast and island grew together. In the 17th century...
The town of Aljubarrota
Village with rich history In 1385 the battle of Aljubarrota was fought between the Castilians and Portuguese aristocrats. Lead by João, the Portugese won the battle. This victory became symbol for...
Conímbriga
In Conímbriga one of the largest Roman settlements of Portugal was found, and therefore declared National Monument. The remains are of a very good quality. You can see an aquaduct of about 3...
Óbidos
Picturesque fortified town continues to fascinate South of Caldas da Rainha, is the town of Óbidos. Óbidos is a fortified town located on top of a hill, and still encircled by high walls. Once the...
Best Restaurants
Restaurante Pangeia
Restaurant with panoramic view over Nazaré and the sea. Fresh fish as well as good meat dishes, served in a beautiful restaurant on a great location. The restaurant's speciality is octopus, there...
Restaurants in Batalha
Some nice and very good restaurants: from pizza to a culinary night out Close to the monastry of Batlha you find several Pastelarias where you can have a coffee and enjoy the Portuguese 'doces', but...
Restaurante Mãe d'Água
This restaurant is close to Buddha Eden , It has a lovely atmosphere, good food and wine, and a friendly staff. A real topper.
Restaurante/ pizzaria Portobello
For the tastiest pizzas and pasta View on the bay, good food, friendly service.