Estoril Coast Holidays

In the second half of the 19th century, when sea bathing became a popular activity, the town of Cascais was given the impetus which transformed it from a busy fishing port into a very fashionable summer holiday resort. With its fabulous beaches and vibrant towns, Estoril Coast holidays are a wonderful choice of holiday destination.

Located west of Lisbon is the stunning Estoril Coast. Famed for its excellent beaches it is a fantastic choice of destination for beach-lovers. Although also boasting brilliant golf courses a motor-racing circuit and casino it has something to entertain all its visitors. Cascais holidays are a popular choice of destination on the Estoril Coast, with a wealth of things to do it is a great choice for all holiday-makers.

A summer residence was built for the monarch and the King’s example was immediately copied by the nobility, who built palaces and extremely beautiful villas in the town. Nowadays, Cascais is a lively and cosmopolitan town that still preserves a great deal of its earlier aristocratic atmosphere. Particularly recommended is a stroll through its streets, where you will find luxury boutiques or perhaps you might prefer to enjoy a few moments’ rest at one of the many outdoor cafés and restaurants scattered about the town. Cascais holidays are ideal for those who wish to spend time relaxing on the glorious beaches and next, wander through the town.

For holidays in Cascais the beaches continue to be one of the greatest attractions. Choose from those situated in the town’s sheltered bay or those a little further away in the area around Guincho, part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. The Boca do Inferno (literally the Jaws of Hell), an inlet along the coast that is surrounded by steep rocks and caves, is a natural curiosity attracting many thousands of visitors to appreciate the brute strength of the sea. With so much to offer holidays to Cascais are ideal for all holiday-makers.

Estoril

Stretching for over 30km to the West of Lisbon is the Estoril Coast with excellent beaches, golf courses, a casino and even a motor-racing circuit. The centre of this luxury resort is the magnificent Parque do Estoril, the Casino, located within the park, and the golf course.

Cascais

The lively beach town of Cascais offers you all you could want from a Portuguese beach resort; beaches, restaurants, bar, shops and luxury hotels. With a wealth of things to do you will be spoilt for choice with museums, sightseeing opportunities and the distinguished Oitavos Dunes golf course.

Guincho Beach

Guincho beach or Praia da Guincho is the area’s most popular beach located 5km from Cascais. It is most popular amongst surfers, windsurfers and kitesurfers due to the strong northern winds although, this does not make it suitable for swimmers. However, the beach is one of the most beautiful in the area and there are bars nearby to enjoy the views from.

Sintra

Originally built by the Moors during the 9th and 10th centuries, Castelo dos Mouros is a castle located on a high hill overlooking the town of Sintra and is part of the cultural landscape of Sintra which is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The castle was romantically renovated in the 19th century and the views of from its walls and towers are simply breathtaking.