Guide for our guests
Guide for our guests
Guide for our guests
Chapter One — the table
Where we shop
The rhythm of this coast begins at the market and ends around a long table. Below, the places we turn to — for bread still warm, fish landed this morning, wines grown in sand a few kilometres inland.
The rhythm of this coast begins at the market and ends around a long table. Below, the places we turn to — for bread still warm, fish landed this morning, wines grown in sand a few kilometres inland.
Groceries & Markets
01
Praia das Maçãs Market
A lively market with fresh fruit, vegetables, local fish, Portuguese wines, flowers and spices. Come to taste and to take the region home with you.
01
Praia das Maçãs Market
A lively market with fresh fruit, vegetables, local fish, Portuguese wines, flowers and spices. Come to taste and to take the region home with you.
02
Continente Bom Dia Colares
The largest supermarket in Colares, with a wide selection for anything you may have forgotten — and a few things you didn't know you needed.
02
Continente Bom Dia Colares
The largest supermarket in Colares, with a wide selection for anything you may have forgotten — and a few things you didn't know you needed.
03
Supermercado Camarão
A tiny shop for basic groceries, hygiene items and — important here — firewood for the evening fire.
03
Supermercado Camarão
A tiny shop for basic groceries, hygiene items and — important here — firewood for the evening fire.
04
Mercado de Santo André
A charming weekend farm market — fruit and vegetables grown nearby, flowers, handmade honey, fresh bread. Worth arranging your Saturday around.
04
Mercado de Santo André
A charming weekend farm market — fruit and vegetables grown nearby, flowers, handmade honey, fresh bread. Worth arranging your Saturday around.
05
Coop Aldea
Natural and organic products with a small, cosy café tucked inside. A good place for a slow coffee and a few well-chosen things.
05
Coop Aldea
Natural and organic products with a small, cosy café tucked inside. A good place for a slow coffee and a few well-chosen things.
06
Talho do Mário
A butcher shop with one of the best selections of fresh meat in the area. Ask — Mário knows his craft.
06
Talho do Mário
A butcher shop with one of the best selections of fresh meat in the area. Ask — Mário knows his craft.
Chapter One — the table
Where we eat
From the first bite of the day to the final glass poured late at night, this is where we like to eat. Below — the restaurants we keep coming back to: for honest flavors, thoughtful cooking, and the kind of atmosphere that turns a simple meal into something memorable.
From the first bite of the day to the final glass poured late at night, this is where we like to eat. Below — the restaurants we keep coming back to: for honest flavors, thoughtful cooking, and the kind of atmosphere that turns a simple meal into something memorable.
Mornings & Breakfast
— three places
01
Quiosque das Maçãs
A charming seaside kiosk for refreshing drinks, snacks and light meals — right by the beach, feet nearly in the sand.
01
Quiosque das Maçãs
A charming seaside kiosk for refreshing drinks, snacks and light meals — right by the beach, feet nearly in the sand.
01
Quiosque das Maçãs
A charming seaside kiosk for refreshing drinks, snacks and light meals — right by the beach, feet nearly in the sand.
02
Villa Maçã
A café with a spacious summer terrace. Long brunches in the morning; fish and meat dishes later in the day.
02
Villa Maçã
A café with a spacious summer terrace. Long brunches in the morning; fish and meat dishes later in the day.
02
Villa Maçã
A café with a spacious summer terrace. Long brunches in the morning; fish and meat dishes later in the day.
03
Pão das Maçãs
A cosy bakery on the beach with its own oven — every loaf and pastry baked fresh that morning. The smell alone is worth the walk.
03
Pão das Maçãs
A cosy bakery on the beach with its own oven — every loaf and pastry baked fresh that morning. The smell alone is worth the walk.
03
Pão das Maçãs
A cosy bakery on the beach with its own oven — every loaf and pastry baked fresh that morning. The smell alone is worth the walk.
Lunch & Dinner
01
Búzio
A relaxed spot where you can enjoy fresh seafood, flavorful dishes, and refreshing drinks in a cozy, seaside atmosphere. Perfect for a casual meal with friends or family by the ocean.
01
Búzio
A relaxed spot where you can enjoy fresh seafood, flavorful dishes, and refreshing drinks in a cozy, seaside atmosphere. Perfect for a casual meal with friends or family by the ocean.
01
Búzio
A relaxed spot where you can enjoy fresh seafood, flavorful dishes, and refreshing drinks in a cozy, seaside atmosphere. Perfect for a casual meal with friends or family by the ocean.
02
Restaurante Atlantiko Sintra
A seaside restaurant with fresh seafood, Mediterranean-inspired dishes and unobstructed ocean views.
02
Restaurante Atlantiko Sintra
A seaside restaurant with fresh seafood, Mediterranean-inspired dishes and unobstructed ocean views.
02
Restaurante Atlantiko Sintra
A seaside restaurant with fresh seafood, Mediterranean-inspired dishes and unobstructed ocean views.
03
Bar do Fundo
Perched on the cliff above Praia Grande. Fresh seafood, Portuguese classics, and one of the finest sunset views on the coast.
03
Bar do Fundo
Perched on the cliff above Praia Grande. Fresh seafood, Portuguese classics, and one of the finest sunset views on the coast.
03
Bar do Fundo
Perched on the cliff above Praia Grande. Fresh seafood, Portuguese classics, and one of the finest sunset views on the coast.
04
Moinho Dom Quixote
A quiet restaurant hidden in the Sintra mountains near Cabo da Roca. Homemade dishes from local, seasonal ingredients — some grown right in the restaurant's own garden.
04
Moinho Dom Quixote
A quiet restaurant hidden in the Sintra mountains near Cabo da Roca. Homemade dishes from local, seasonal ingredients — some grown right in the restaurant's own garden.
04
Moinho Dom Quixote
A quiet restaurant hidden in the Sintra mountains near Cabo da Roca. Homemade dishes from local, seasonal ingredients — some grown right in the restaurant's own garden.
05
Restaurante Azenhas do Mar
A scenic oceanfront restaurant next to the famous seaside pool of Azenhas do Mar. Fresh seafood and Portuguese cuisine with the sound of waves below.
05
Restaurante Azenhas do Mar
A scenic oceanfront restaurant next to the famous seaside pool of Azenhas do Mar. Fresh seafood and Portuguese cuisine with the sound of waves below.
05
Restaurante Azenhas do Mar
A scenic oceanfront restaurant next to the famous seaside pool of Azenhas do Mar. Fresh seafood and Portuguese cuisine with the sound of waves below.
06
Mensagem Baobezi
A cosy spot in Praia das Maçãs — sandwiches, light meals and a relaxed atmosphere. For a casual bite near the ocean.
06
Mensagem Baobezi
A cosy spot in Praia das Maçãs — sandwiches, light meals and a relaxed atmosphere. For a casual bite near the ocean.
06
Mensagem Baobezi
A cosy spot in Praia das Maçãs — sandwiches, light meals and a relaxed atmosphere. For a casual bite near the ocean.
07
Mãeterra
A cosy vegetarian and vegan bistro in the village of Almoçageme — fresh, seasonal dishes from organic ingredients. A charming spot for a healthy lunch or brunch.
07
Mãeterra
A cosy vegetarian and vegan bistro in the village of Almoçageme — fresh, seasonal dishes from organic ingredients. A charming spot for a healthy lunch or brunch.
07
Mãeterra
A cosy vegetarian and vegan bistro in the village of Almoçageme — fresh, seasonal dishes from organic ingredients. A charming spot for a healthy lunch or brunch.
Chapter Two — the shore
Six beaches, one ocean.
Six beaches, one ocean.
Six beaches, one ocean.
The Atlantic here does not whisper. It arrives with weight and salt and rhythm, shaped by the cliffs that hold it. Each beach carries its own weather, its own light, its own reason for the walk.
Praia Grande
One of the largest, most scenic beaches on the Sintra coast. Powerful waves, golden sand, dramatic cliffs — made for surfing, long walks, and the kind of sunset you don't photograph.
Praia Grande
One of the largest, most scenic beaches on the Sintra coast. Powerful waves, golden sand, dramatic cliffs — made for surfing, long walks, and the kind of sunset you don't photograph.
Praia das Maçãs
A seaside village whose name means "Apple Beach" — once, apples floated down the river and into the ocean. Today: relaxed local life, cosy cafés and fresh seafood restaurants.
Praia das Maçãs
A seaside village whose name means "Apple Beach" — once, apples floated down the river and into the ocean. Today: relaxed local life, cosy cafés and fresh seafood restaurants.
Praia da Ursa
One of the wildest and most breathtaking beaches on the Sintra coast. Hidden below dramatic cliffs near Cabo da Roca, it’s known for its striking rock formations and untouched natural beauty. Reaching it requires a short hike, but the reward is a quiet, magical place where the Atlantic feels raw and powerful
Praia da Ursa
One of the wildest and most breathtaking beaches on the Sintra coast. Hidden below dramatic cliffs near Cabo da Roca, it’s known for its striking rock formations and untouched natural beauty. Reaching it requires a short hike, but the reward is a quiet, magical place where the Atlantic feels raw and powerful
Praia da Adraga
A favourite of photographers and sunset-watchers. After a shoreline walk, stop for fresh seafood at the restaurant overlooking the ocean. The road passes through Almoçageme — small cafés, markets, traditional tables.
Praia da Adraga
A favourite of photographers and sunset-watchers. After a shoreline walk, stop for fresh seafood at the restaurant overlooking the ocean. The road passes through Almoçageme — small cafés, markets, traditional tables.
Praia do Magoito
Wide and peaceful, with dramatic cliffs and expansive views. At low tide, a long sandy spit shifts into almost desert-like landscapes. After rain, a small waterfall sometimes trickles down the cliffs onto the sand.
Praia do Magoito
Wide and peaceful, with dramatic cliffs and expansive views. At low tide, a long sandy spit shifts into almost desert-like landscapes. After rain, a small waterfall sometimes trickles down the cliffs onto the sand.
Miradouro da Praia do Caneiro
A cliffside viewpoint with panoramic views of the Atlantic and the rugged coastline. Hidden beaches and rock formations below — a perfect vantage for photography and the slow close of the day.
Miradouro da Praia do Caneiro
A cliffside viewpoint with panoramic views of the Atlantic and the rugged coastline. Hidden beaches and rock formations below — a perfect vantage for photography and the slow close of the day.
— seven places
Chapter Three — wandering
Villages, parks,
and places worth
the drive.
Villages, parks,
and places worth
the drive.
Villages, parks,
and places worth
the drive.
A few destinations beyond our immediate coast — some small, some grand, all worth setting an afternoon aside for.
— seven places
Azenhas do Mar
A stunning cliffside village where whitewashed houses tumble down to the Atlantic. Known for its natural sea pool and dramatic views — a good place for seafood, sunsets, and the charm of coastal Portugal.
Azenhas do Mar
A stunning cliffside village where whitewashed houses tumble down to the Atlantic. Known for its natural sea pool and dramatic views — a good place for seafood, sunsets, and the charm of coastal Portugal.
Ericeira
A lively coastal town of charming streets and fresh seafood. Popular with expats, remote workers and surfers — full of specialty cafés, boutique shops and very good restaurants.
Ericeira
A lively coastal town of charming streets and fresh seafood. Popular with expats, remote workers and surfers — full of specialty cafés, boutique shops and very good restaurants.
Quinta do Pisão
A peaceful nature park in the Cascais countryside for hiking, cycling and family outings. Pick herbs and vegetables from the garden; visit the donkeys, goats and sheep. A good day with children.
Quinta do Pisão
A peaceful nature park in the Cascais countryside for hiking, cycling and family outings. Pick herbs and vegetables from the garden; visit the donkeys, goats and sheep. A good day with children.
Autódromo Fernanda Pires da Silva
The Estoril Circuit — Portugal's most storied racetrack, near Cascais. International motorsport events, track days and driving experiences. Check the calendar online; the right weekend can be extraordinary.
Autódromo Fernanda Pires da Silva
The Estoril Circuit — Portugal's most storied racetrack, near Cascais. International motorsport events, track days and driving experiences. Check the calendar online; the right weekend can be extraordinary.
Sanctuary of Peninha
A historic hilltop sanctuary in the Sintra- Cascais Natural Park. Breathtaking views over ocean, forests and mountains — a quiet place for a scenic walk, a sunset, and the strange mystical weather that settles over Sintra.
Sanctuary of Peninha
A historic hilltop sanctuary in the Sintra- Cascais Natural Park. Breathtaking views over ocean, forests and mountains — a quiet place for a scenic walk, a sunset, and the strange mystical weather that settles over Sintra.
Chapter Four — rest
Water, steam,
and the slow art
of doing less.
Water, steam,
and the slow art
of doing less.
Water, steam,
and the slow art
of doing less.
Nomad Steam Sintra
A ceremonial outdoor bath near Sintra — wood-fired, tent-based, unhurried. Designed to reconnect body and mind with the land around it.
Nomad Steam Sintra
A ceremonial outdoor bath near Sintra — wood-fired, tent-based, unhurried. Designed to reconnect body and mind with the land around it.
Piscinas Oceânicas da Praia das Maçãs
Natural ocean-fed pools carved into the rocks along the coast. A safe way to swim in the Atlantic while still being held by it — with cliffside views as a quiet bonus.
Piscinas Oceânicas da Praia das Maçãs
Natural ocean-fed pools carved into the rocks along the coast. A safe way to swim in the Atlantic while still being held by it — with cliffside views as a quiet bonus.
Kindling by Kaya
Sauna • Hot Tub • Icebaths • Community
Kindling by Kaya
Sauna • Hot Tub • Icebaths • Community
Where Relaxation Begins
Where Relaxation Begins
Where Relaxation Begins
If you are interested in deep bodywork and therapeutic recovery, please contact Catarina Esteves.
Catarina —
your journey to balance starts here
Catarina is a Lymphatic Drainage Therapist and movement specialist (Animal Flow L1 & L2 Instructor). Her work focuses on combining therapeutic massage techniques with a deep understanding of the body through movement, supporting recovery, relaxation, and nervous system regulation through her Conscious Flow approach.
Reach catarina directly
+351 918 390 399
catarinalesteves@gmail.com
Massage
Massage
Full Body Recovery Massage
Full Body Recovery Massage
(Relaxing & nervous system regulation)
90 min
€120
Full Body Cleansing Massage
Full Body Cleansing Massage
(Exfoliation, ritual bath & relaxing massage)
90 min
€150
Foot Ritual Bath Ceremony
Foot Ritual Bath Ceremony
(Group sessions)
90 min
€120
Personal Training
Personal Training
Mobility | Strength | Flexibility | Breathing
Mobility | Strength | Flexibility | Breathing
60 min
€65
Personal Training + Recovery Massage
Personal Training + Recovery Massage
120 min
€150
Group Classes
Group Classes
Movement • HIIT Training • Mobility • Dance
60 min
€80
Chapter Five — on foot
Five days, five trails.
Five days, five trails.
Five days, five trails.
Some paths are walked for the view at the end. Others, for what the walk itself gives you. These are the ones we return to.
Day
01
Sintra Forest
Barragem → Convento dos Capuchos
Sintra Forest
Barragem → Convento dos Capuchos
Level · Easy
Duration · 2h 30
Theme · Forest
Barragem do Rio da Mula
Free parking. Begin uphill along the Rio da Mula stream.
Barragem do Rio da Mula
Free parking. Begin uphill along the Rio da Mula stream.
Rio da Mula — forest trails
A peaceful route along the stream, through eucalyptus and pine.
Rio da Mula — forest trails
A peaceful route along the stream, through eucalyptus and pine.
Lagoa dos Mosqueiros
A lake deep in the forest — a good place to rest, catch your breath and your thoughts.
Lagoa dos Mosqueiros
A lake deep in the forest — a good place to rest, catch your breath and your thoughts.
Convento dos Capuchos
A 16th-century monastery carved into the rocks. Entry around €8. Return the same way, or call a taxi.
Convento dos Capuchos
A 16th-century monastery carved into the rocks. Entry around €8. Return the same way, or call a taxi.
Day
02
The Cliffs
Praia da Adraga → Cabo da Roca
The Cliffs
Praia da Adraga → Cabo da Roca
Level · Easy
Duration · 2h
Theme · Coast
Praia da Adraga
Free parking near the beach. The trail heads south along the cliffs.
Praia da Adraga
Free parking near the beach. The trail heads south along the cliffs.
Fojo da Adraga
Stunning views of cliffs and ocean — less crowded than Cabo da Roca, and in some ways more beautiful.
Fojo da Adraga
Stunning views of cliffs and ocean — less crowded than Cabo da Roca, and in some ways more beautiful.
Cabo da Roca (lighthouse)
The westernmost point of mainland Europe. Parking, a café and a small shop. Return via bus 403 to Sintra or a taxi.
Cabo da Roca (lighthouse)
The westernmost point of mainland Europe. Parking, a café and a small shop. Return via bus 403 to Sintra or a taxi.
Day
03
Late Afternoon
Praia das Maçãs → Azenhas do Mar
Late Afternoon
Praia das Maçãs → Azenhas do Mar
Level · Easy
Duration · 1h 30
Theme · Sunset
Praia das Maçãs
Park in the village. The route heads north along the cliff edge above the ocean.
Praia das Maçãs
Park in the village. The route heads north along the cliff edge above the ocean.
Azenhas do Mar
A magical cliffside village with a natural rock pool. Large parking area. To get back — walk or take a taxi to Praia das Maçãs.
Azenhas do Mar
A magical cliffside village with a natural rock pool. Large parking area. To get back — walk or take a taxi to Praia das Maçãs.
Day
04
Peninha
forest and ocean panorama
Peninha
forest and ocean panorama
Level · Medium
Distance · ~8 km
Theme · Mountain
Parking Peninha (Malveira da Serra)
Free parking. Head east along a forest trail through rocky outcrops.
Parking Peninha (Malveira da Serra)
Free parking. Head east along a forest trail through rocky outcrops.
Pico do Monge
A forested ridge with rock formations and views over the valley. An archaeological site sits nearby.
Pico do Monge
A forested ridge with rock formations and views over the valley. An archaeological site sits nearby.
Sanctuary of Peninha (top)
360° panorama of Guincho, Cascais, and the Atlantic. Semi-wild horses. Return to the parking lot the same way (~30 min).
Sanctuary of Peninha (top)
360° panorama of Guincho, Cascais, and the Atlantic. Semi-wild horses. Return to the parking lot the same way (~30 min).
Day
05
Cabo da Roca → Ursa → Praia Grande
the long walk
Cabo da Roca → Ursa → Praia Grande
the long walk
Level · Medium
Distance · ~10 km
Theme · Wild coast
Level · Difficult
Cabo da Roca (lighthouse)
Free parking. Head north along the cliff edge. Download an offline map — there is no signal along the way.
Cabo da Roca (lighthouse)
Free parking. Head north along the cliff edge. Download an offline map — there is no signal along the way.
Ursa Beach — the secret beach
A steep 30-minute descent leads to a wild beach with giant guardian rocks. No café. No signal. Grip shoes essential.
Ursa Beach — the secret beach
A steep 30-minute descent leads to a wild beach with giant guardian rocks. No café. No signal. Grip shoes essential.
Praia Grande — dinosaur tracks
At the southern end of the beach: Jurassic dinosaur footprints preserved in the rock. Restaurants and showers nearby. Return by taxi or bus.
Praia Grande — dinosaur tracks
At the southern end of the beach: Jurassic dinosaur footprints preserved in the rock. Restaurants and showers nearby. Return by taxi or bus.
Lisbon,
with someone
who knows it.
Lisbon,
with someone
who knows it.
Lisbon,
with someone
who knows it.
If you would like to explore Lisbon with a professional guide, we recommend reaching out to Viola — and choosing a tour that resonates with you.
Viola —
ten years of careful storytelling.
With over a decade in tourism, Viola creates immersive, authentic tours that engage all five
senses. Each experience blends local culture, hidden corners, food and stories — allowing guests to truly feel the place, not just see it.
Reach Viola directly
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Lick Your Fingers
Lisbon tastings tour
Discover Lisbon through its flavours, culture and history — an immersive, sensory experience.
Includes
• 10 tastings (with one full meal: meat, fish or vegetarian)
• Local snacks, sweets & pastries
• Alcoholic drinks
Tour 01
4 hours
€175
private · €125 group p.p.
Tour 02
Authentic Shopping
historic shops & stories
Explore Lisbon through its historic shops and family-run businesses — some 100 to 300 years old. Meet local artisans and discover the city through their stories.
Includes
• Coffee or tea
• An alcoholic drink
• Pastel de nata
• Traditional savoury snacks
3 hours
€165
private · €125 group p.p.
Tour 03
Best of Lisbon
an immersive city tour
A three-hour immersive city tour — neighbourhoods, local culture, food spots and hidden corners, with insider stories.
Includes
• Coffee or tea
• Street food
• Dessert
• Water
3 hours
€125
private · €75 group p.p.
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