Best Tours and Excursions to do around Lisbon

Travel to Lisbon It doesn't just mean getting to know the city, which is already beautiful and will take you time to discover.

As well from Lisbon you have the opportunity to do some excursions to know some of the most beautiful places in Portugal that are located near the lusa capital.

Each of the excursions that we are going to propose can be done in one day, so that in the evening you will be back at your accommodation in the city.

The distances are very short and in a radius of about 35 km you will find a good part of the attractions of this beautiful area of ​​the Estoril Coast.

Excursions around Lisbon

The possibilities and combinations are varied; We show you some so you can decide what interests you most.

Sintra and Cascais excursion from Lisbon

There are two places very close to Lisbon that should be essential to know on a visit to the Portuguese capital, Sintra, which is located in the mountain range of the same name, and Cascais, at the entrance to the estuary of tagus river.

In this excursion to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril you will know the park and the National Palace in Sintra, a 15th century building after a renovation of the first palace from the Muslim era.

En Sintra you will be able to see its old town and its views from the mountain of Castle of the Moors.

In the route from Sintra to Cascais a stop is made at Cape of Roca, which is the westernmost point of Europe, and in the Guincho beach, a true paradise to practice surf.

After passing through the Mouth of Hell, riding a Cascais You can enjoy a walk through its beautiful historic center, and on your way back to Lisbon you will cross the famous Portuguese town of Estoril known for its Casino and its promenade.

This excursion lasts eight hours from departure from Lisbon by minibus and is carried out with a guide in Spanish, although sometimes two languages ​​can be used.

Excursion to Sintra from Lisbon

If you just want to know the magical town of Sintra, on this excursion you will discover not only the Regaleira Palace or National Palace, you will also discover a beautiful mountainous landscape.

Right in the center is one of the most visited places in Portugal, the Quinta de Regaleira Parkdeclared World Heritage. with its palace, a beautiful lake, a greenhouse and a vertiginous well.

You will also visit the National Palace with its tall white chimneys, and you will have the opportunity to try the local sweets, which are a real delight.

The excursion lasts 6 hours and is carried out with a guide in Spanish, although sometimes it can be done in two languages.

If you are a student, don't forget to bring your ID as you will save money.

Excursion to Óbidos and Fátima from Lisbon

One of the most visited places in Portugal is undoubtedly Fátima , known for the three appearances of The Virgin in 1917, with nearly 5 million visitors a year.

In addition to visiting one of the five most important Christian sanctuaries in the world, in this beautiful medieval village you will enjoy the beautiful landscape of the region of ribatejo.

Leaving Fátima you can visit the Batalha Monastery from the 14th century and make a stop at Nazareth, a small and pretty fishing village with many traditional restaurants and a cliff that is worth enjoying.

Finally, in Óbidos You will discover a beautiful medieval walled village with white houses and full of flowers.

The entire tour is done by minibus and lasts 9 hours with a guide in spanish.

Excursion to Arrábida and Sesimbra from Lisbon

Cross the Tagus for the spectacular Vasco da Gama Bridge to get to Arrábida Natural Park It is another route worth doing around Lisbon.

50 km from Lisbon is the city of Setúbal, where you can meet and climb the Palmela Castle.

This is a wine region with a landscape made up of vineyards and the typical cork trees of the area.

Already in the Arrábida Natural Park you will be able to contemplate its beautiful landscapes and the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean.

A Sesimbra, which is a pretty medieval fishing village, you arrive at lunchtime and then in Azeitão You will visit two wineries to taste the area's wines.

On the way back and before crossing the April 25 Bridge, you can enjoy some beautiful views of Lisbon from Cristo Rey.

The tour is done in Spanish, although depending on the people on it, sometimes several languages ​​are used.

The duration is 8 hours and if you have the card Lisboa Card You get something cheaper.

Private excursion around Lisbon

Now, if you are a small group of friends or family, you can make a private tour with guide in spanish by surroundings of Lisbon only for you.

This excursion allows you to design the itinerary to your liking, although the aforementioned excursions to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril, to Obidos and Fátima, or to Arrábida and Sesimbra are taken as a basis.

Excursion to Évora from Lisbon

If you want to know one of the oldest cities in Europe, this excursion will give you the opportunity to discover Évora.

This beautiful city – museum is located in the wine region of Alentejo and it is declared Heritage awarded by the Unesco.

You will discover its historic center, its Roman Temple, University, cathedral with a mixture of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles, and the Chapel of Bones They are corners that will focus your visit.

After eating and being in a wine area, how can you not stop at a wine shop to taste local wines and products.

You can choose the tour with or without food, it lasts 10 hours and is carried out in several languages, including Spanish.