Sintra and Cascais make the perfect day trip from Lisbon. From Sintra, venture onward to Cabo da Roca and see the westernmost point in mainland Europe. Then visit the stunning Ursa and Guincho Beaches, and finish off in Cascais.
Mafra is home of the most important baroque palace in Portugal, while Ericeira is a seaside resort and a surf destination, known for its beauty as well as its break. This day trip is perfect for independent travelers, and can also be done as a private tour.
A day trip to the city of Tomar is the ideal way to get out of Lisbon to explore the Convent of Christ, a Unesco World Heritage Site, and the Castle of Almourol. You can take this trip either independently or as part of a tour.
Why not head out for a day trip from Lisbon? Discover the enchanting castles of Sintra, the fishing village of Cascais, the Palace of Queluz, and the white sand beaches of Costa da Caparica and Ericeira, all within less than an hour away.
A visit to one of Lisbon’s beaches is a great way to cool off during the city’s warm summer. The best part: most of them are accessible on public transport, and all are an hour away or less.