Charles’s guidebook

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Charles’s guidebook

Sightseeing

The most westerly point of Europe.
487 locals recommend
Cabo da Roca
s/n Estrada do Cabo da Roca
487 locals recommend
The most westerly point of Europe.
One of many wine cellars in the area where you can sample some of the finest Colares DOC wines.
30 locals recommend
Regional de Colares Winery
32 Alameda Cel. Linhares de Lima
30 locals recommend
One of many wine cellars in the area where you can sample some of the finest Colares DOC wines.
A vineyard offering wine tours and producing some of the finest wines in the area.
Casal Sta. Maria
18 R. Principal
A vineyard offering wine tours and producing some of the finest wines in the area.
One of the most secluded beaches of the Sintra coastline. Be warned- access is a difficult climb down the cliffs, but well worth it.
75 locals recommend
Ursa beach
75 locals recommend
One of the most secluded beaches of the Sintra coastline. Be warned- access is a difficult climb down the cliffs, but well worth it.
One of the most beautiful beaches of Europe. There is a fantastic seafood restaurant right on the beach.
154 locals recommend
Praia da Adraga
154 locals recommend
One of the most beautiful beaches of Europe. There is a fantastic seafood restaurant right on the beach.
One of the best known beaches on the area, here you can find many bars, restaurants and surf schools
227 locals recommend
Praia Grande
41 Avenida Alfredo Coelho
227 locals recommend
One of the best known beaches on the area, here you can find many bars, restaurants and surf schools
One of the lesser known beaches of the area. Access is down a long flight of stairs. At low tide it is possible to walk all the way to Magoito. Even at high tide, the walks along the cliffs are delightful
38 locals recommend
Praia da Aguda
38 locals recommend
One of the lesser known beaches of the area. Access is down a long flight of stairs. At low tide it is possible to walk all the way to Magoito. Even at high tide, the walks along the cliffs are delightful
One of the best known farmers' markets of the area, every Saturday and Sunday. Only a very short walk from Casa Bolacha.
Mercado de Santo André
N247
One of the best known farmers' markets of the area, every Saturday and Sunday. Only a very short walk from Casa Bolacha.
One of the lesser known palaces of Sintra, this hidden gem is just a short drive away. The grounds are fantastic, and there is a large area of forest surrounding the palace with innumerable trails.
246 locals recommend
Park and palace Monserrate
Rua Visconde de Monserrate
246 locals recommend
One of the lesser known palaces of Sintra, this hidden gem is just a short drive away. The grounds are fantastic, and there is a large area of forest surrounding the palace with innumerable trails.
111 locals recommend
Convent of the Capuchos
111 locals recommend
11 locals recommend
Ecoaldeia de Janas
15 R. do Luzio
11 locals recommend

Neighborhoods

A traditional village in the heart of the Sintra, on the edge of the forest. Many trails lead from here (both walking and BTT) onto the mountain.
12 locals recommend
Penedo
12 locals recommend
A traditional village in the heart of the Sintra, on the edge of the forest. Many trails lead from here (both walking and BTT) onto the mountain.
A picturesque village on the edge of continental Europe. Many restaurant options available.
8 locals recommend
Azóia
8 locals recommend
A picturesque village on the edge of continental Europe. Many restaurant options available.
Almoçageme is a traditional market village with multiple mini-markets, shops, cafes, restaurants, and a laundromat. Most of the local services can be found here.
41 locals recommend
Almoçageme
41 locals recommend
Almoçageme is a traditional market village with multiple mini-markets, shops, cafes, restaurants, and a laundromat. Most of the local services can be found here.
Set by the ancient Colares river the village hosts a regular flea market every weekend, alongside several restaurants, cafes and gift shops.
26 locals recommend
Colares
26 locals recommend
Set by the ancient Colares river the village hosts a regular flea market every weekend, alongside several restaurants, cafes and gift shops.
Beautiful village perched on the steep cliffs overlooking the ocean.
243 locals recommend
Azenhas do Mar
243 locals recommend
Beautiful village perched on the steep cliffs overlooking the ocean.

Food scene

Many great food options, live music and regular events. Great playpark for children within sight of the restaurants.
18 locals recommend
Aldeia da Praia - Antiga Colonia de Ferias da CP
18 locals recommend
Many great food options, live music and regular events. Great playpark for children within sight of the restaurants.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant, a hidden gem.
6 locals recommend
Restaurante Central
100 R. da Liberdade
6 locals recommend
Traditional Portuguese restaurant, a hidden gem.
Lovely family-run restaurant serving traditional Portuguese fare. Good value lunch menu.
31 locals recommend
Pensão Sisudo
14 Largo Miguel Bombarda
31 locals recommend
Lovely family-run restaurant serving traditional Portuguese fare. Good value lunch menu.
Barbecue restaurant only open for lunch with a buzzing atmosphere.
11 locals recommend
Refúgio do Ciclista
Largo do Chafariz
11 locals recommend
Barbecue restaurant only open for lunch with a buzzing atmosphere.
Art gallery and vegan restaurant showcasing the finest of local produce.
12 locals recommend
Flores do Cabo
141 Estr. dos Capuchos
12 locals recommend
Art gallery and vegan restaurant showcasing the finest of local produce.
Traditional Portuguese food, with a great terrace.
18 locals recommend
Toca do Júlio
12 Estr. do Rodízio
18 locals recommend
Traditional Portuguese food, with a great terrace.
Great pizzas in an informal setting just down the road from Casa Bolacha.
8 locals recommend
Roulot Da Gigi
Rua de Santo André
8 locals recommend
Great pizzas in an informal setting just down the road from Casa Bolacha.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Azoia
3 Gomes Restaurante
23 Estrada do Cabo da Roca
Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Azoia
One of our favourites in Azoia, with a globally inspired menu.
Casa do Mar Sem Fim
2 Rua das Corredouras
One of our favourites in Azoia, with a globally inspired menu.
Best coffee and pastries in Almoçageme.
Café Adraga
2 Tv. Mira Serra
Best coffee and pastries in Almoçageme.
The Clube Recreativo de Praia das Maças is the new location of Shani's Kitchen, a great vegetarian option in the area.
15 locals recommend
of Apples Beach Recreation Club
31 Av. Eugene Levy
15 locals recommend
The Clube Recreativo de Praia das Maças is the new location of Shani's Kitchen, a great vegetarian option in the area.
Delightful cocktail bar with incredible views over the ocean.
75 locals recommend
Moinho Dom Quixote
5 R. dos Moinhos
75 locals recommend
Delightful cocktail bar with incredible views over the ocean.
A local craft beer hangout.
HopSin BrewPub
1 Avenida do Atlântico
A local craft beer hangout.
Good value seafood restaurant with an amazing location
74 locals recommend
Restaurante d'Adraga
Rua da Praia da Adraga
74 locals recommend
Good value seafood restaurant with an amazing location
Portuguese dining with a dash of style
12 locals recommend
Restaurante Ribeirinha de Colares
71 Av. dos Bombeiros Voluntários
12 locals recommend
Portuguese dining with a dash of style
Almocageme