Pretty palaces, sandy beaches, and galleries are all on the agenda on holidays to Cascais.
City breaks to Cascais
You’ll find the town of Cascais just west of Portugal’s capital, Lisbon. As well as being a nearby neighbour to the big-name city, Cascais is probably best known for its throng of beaches – 17 in fact. Plus, it sits on the edge of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, which is well worth a daytrip. This massive area’s home to mountains, palaces and castles.
Visit the citadel on a royal retreat
For a throwback to the days when Cascais was the go-to holiday destination of the Portuguese royal family, head to the Citadel. This impressive area’s home to a palace and a 16th-century fortress. Plus, art lovers should be sure to visit the galleries that are dotted around the surrounding district.
Best time to go to Cascais
The weather’s generally mild and days are long in Cascais, but June to September sees the most sunshine, with temperatures averaging in the mid-twenties. And even in the peak of winter, the thermometer tends to sit around the mid-teens, so it’s still pleasant enough for exploring.
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