Cascais: Glamour, Luxury and Decay by The Lisbon Coastline


3 to 4 hours
Free cancellation
2 - 12
Mobile ticket

Overview

Nowadays Cascais is one of the most popular leisure, sports and culture destinations in the Lisbon region, for locals and tourists alike. It's also the most sought-after and expensive residential area in the metropolitan area of Lisbon, this in stark contrast with most of its history as a small and humble fishing village. In this tour we try to show, but also to understand and question how Cascais changed so radically.

Inclusions

  • Professional guide
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Private tour

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Largo Praia da Rainha, Cascais 2750-471 Portugal

One of the most photogenic beaches in Cascais, the perfect place for an introduction on the town's incredible location and amazing story

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Centro Historico de Cascais, Cascais Portugal

The fishing village, the citadel, the beach, the memories that still linger and the actual attractions


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Palacio Seixas, Rua Fernandes Thomas n0 4, Cascais 2750-342 Portugal

Where we explain and illustrate the incredible move of Cascais from a small fishing harbour to a glamorous Court Town

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Luz, Entrada Pelo Passeio D. Maria Pia, Cascais 2750-059 Portugal

We explore the citadel and it's historical landmarks, but also the contemporary art developments

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Centro Cultural de Cascais, Avenida Rei Humberto II de Italia 2750-800, Cascais 2750-800 Portugal

We explore The Sommer House and the Cultural Center of Cascais, the architecture, the stories and the recent revamping

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Cascais Marina, Avenida Rei Humberto II de Italia Casa de S. Bernardo, Cascais 2750-800 Portugal

The fabulous legacy of the Count of Arnoso and the more recent story of the Marina that grew in the outskirts of his property

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Casa de Santa Maria, Rua do Farol de Santa Marta, Cascais 2750-800 Portugal

Probably the most amazing house by the sea in the hole Cascais coast. The genius of architect Raul Lino explained.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum, Rua do Farol, Cascais 2750-341 Portugal

The Lighthouse is dramatic, but the recent revamping is no less amazing

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Museu Condes de Castro, Avenida Rei Humberto II de Italia, Cascais 2750-800 Portugal

A dream house somewhere between a castle and a manor house, mixing several languages, including Romanesque, Gothic, Manuelino, and Moorish Revival.


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Marechal Carmona Park, Praceta Domingos D_Avilez, Av. da Republica, Cascais 2750 Portugal

A Romantic garden and the most popular green space in Cascais, where cocks, chicken and poultry are now free to roam.

Duration: 15 minutes

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • A maximum of 12 people per booking
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
travellerToAbroad
June 2019

We were picked up at the meeting point by Luís on time. He is a very knowledgable friendly and helpful guide and provided a lot of historical and general information. He answered every question thoroughly and elaborated on our interest by adapting the route through Cascais. We would like to thank...

aroundtheoaktree
September 2023

We moved very recently to Cascais and were looking for a tour that would provide a historical context to contemporary Cascais. Luis was the ultimate guide. Professional and informative, he captures the drama and cultural evolution of the town through its history and architecture. It was magic for...

Tour60453006744
June 2023

I enjoyed learning many interesting things about the history and architecture of Cascais from Luis. He was informative and happy to answer any questions.

kristin_l
May 2023

Great walking tour. Luis our guide is a good historian and has a passion for Cascais. I recommend this tour at the beginning of your visit to understand the rich history this seaside village has to offer

Kristin L
May 2023

Highly recommend this walking tour our guide Luis shared his knowledge of Cascais’s rich history creating a memorable experience

McGraime
April 2023

I booked this tour through Viator wanting to reacquaint myself with Cascais. My guide, Luis, went out of his way to tie the history of Cascais to its present day status as a world class attraction. He was also flexible in making sure that the tour met my interests and expectations. I would recomm...

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