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Cascais is a seaside town near Lisbon and perfect for a day at the beach. What else is there to do? These are the best things to do in Cascais.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

About Cascais<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cascais is a seaside town near Lisbon and the perfect place for a relaxing day on the beach during your city trip. It is located against the town of Estoril (also a seaside resort) on the Costa do Estoril. Cascais is a stylish city and is full of beautiful villas from the nineteenth century. The Portuguese royal family and the wealthy inhabitants of Lisbon loved to vacation here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Cascais holiday is highly recommended because there are many beautiful beaches and it has a very relaxed atmosphere. It is a perfect place to serve as a base for a city trip to Lisbon and there is also plenty to see and do in the city itself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since Estoril and Cascais are located next to each other, in this article you can read about the most beautiful sights in Cascais and Estoril. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best things to do in Cascais<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What to do in Cascais? These are the best places to visit during a Cascais vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Relax on the beach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the main reasons why people choose Cascais for a holiday: it’s a perfect place for a relaxing beach vacation. The city has several beautiful beaches, including Praia da Ribeira de Cascais and the smaller Praia da Rainha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Praia da Rainha in Cascais.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Boca do Inferno<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you ask someone What to see in Cascais?<\/em> then Boca do Inferno would be high on the list. This rock formation west of the city is a spectacular sight. Steep cliffs and the waves crash against them with great force. Boca do Inferno means mouth of hell<\/em> and this is because of the gorge in these rocks. There is a viewing platform (free to visit) and from here you have a beautiful view of the rocky coast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Boca<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Farol Museu de Santa Marta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lighthouse enthusiasts have plenty to see in Cascais, as there are several beautiful lighthouses along this stretch of the Portuguese coast. One of the most notable is the blue and white Farol de Santa Marta. At this lighthouse, you will also find the lighthouse museum, with information about all lighthouses in Portugal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Farol<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cidadela de Cascais<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not far from the harbor is Cidadela de Cascais, a 16th-century citadel. This fortress is accessible to everyone. In the fortress, you will find an art gallery and a restaurant. Also here is one of the most luxurious and most beautiful Cascais hotels: Pestana Cidadela Cascais<\/a><\/strong><\/em>. The citadel is a very nice place to have a look around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Cidadela<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Museu Condes de Castro Guimar\u00e3es<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are several museums in Cascais, one in an even more beautiful building than the other. Museu Condes de Castro Guimar\u00e3es is housed in a beautiful villa from 1900 with a castle tower. It has been a museum since 1931 and here you can view paintings, porcelain, jewelry, and furniture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Museu<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Parque Marechal Carmona<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Do you need some shade? Parque Marechal Carmona is the place to be. The city park is not large, but there are enough trees, benches, and ponds, so sit down and relax. The park is also a great place to visit with children, as there is a playground and there are chickens and turtles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Parque<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pra\u00e7a 5 de Outubro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The main square of the pleasant historic center in Cascais is Pra\u00e7a 5 de Outubro and this is one of the most beautiful Cascais sights. This is a beautiful square with several historic buildings and restaurants. On the square, you will also find the Cascais Visitor Center, where you can get more information about Cascais and the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Pra\u00e7a<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Wander through the narrow streets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Behind the square is the place to get lost in Cascais. Narrow streets (mainly car-free), houses with typical Portuguese tiles, and lots of flowers. A lovely place to wander around for a while. This is the real Portugal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Estoril<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you are in Cascais, you can hardly avoid going to Estoril. The towns are so close to each other that you don’t even realize you’re walking from one to the other. What are the best things to do in Estoril? A few recommendations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n