In 2006, Paula Rego chose Cascais to build "her" House of Stories, a museum with a project by the architect Eduardo Souto de Moura, which displays a significant part of her graphic works and some pieces by her husband Victor Willing, artist and art critic.

The renowned painter, created a space that is "fun, unpretentious, alive, full of joy and lots of mischief", The museum’s mission is to provide knowledge and enjoyment of the works by Paula Rego and her artistic connections.

Located inside the beautiful Parque Marechal Carmona the Condes de Castro Guimarães Museum was inaugurated in 1931 and is the oldest museum space in the county.

The Torre de S. Sebastião (Tower of S. Sebastião), now Museu-Biblioteca Condes de Castro Guimarães dates back to the early 20th century and was built upon initiative by of the aristocrat Jorge O'Neil. A remarkable piece of romantic architecture, the Torre de S. Sebastião fascinates due to its combination of styles and its mystical surroundings which makes one imagine stories from other times...

Located on the site of the former convent of Our Lady of Mercy, stands the Cascais Cultural Centre, a stunning building expertly restored by the architect Jorge Silva. This centre is a not-to-be-missed cultural hub that hosts important exhibitions and other kinds of shows. Facilities include a cafeteria with a very pleasant indoor courtyard.

Palácio da Pena, is the most complete and notable example of Portuguese architecture in the Romantic period. It stands on one of the rocky peaks of the Serra de Sintra, and blends in a surprisingly fortunate manner with its natural background of greenery and crags, testifying to the aesthetic potentialities of the project. The Palace dates back to 1839, when the King Consort Dom Fernando II of Saxe Coburg-Gotha (1816-1885) bought the ruins of the Hieronymite Monastery of Nossa Senhora da Pena and started to adapt it for use as a residence, according to his Romantic taste.

Considered by most as the best restaurant in Cascais, this amazing place has a terrace, with the ocean at your feet, where one can relax to the sound of the waves pounding against the rocks. Try the famous hake fillets with cockle rice, its fried sole with “açorda” bread soup and its lobster crepes – or any of the fish of the day and fresh shellfish. This is the perfect setting to make a toast with a wine chosen from the extensive and diverse wine list.

Built as a fortress in the 17th century, the Fortaleza do Guincho has been sumptuously renovated as a premium hotel and has a Michelin Starred restaurant. The dramatic setting overlooking Guincho beach and the Atlantic Ocean, exposes this place to all the beauty and drama of nature.

Originally with a French concept, since the arrival of Chef Miguel Rocha Vieira the restaurant has introduced Portuguese products and traditions on its menu. The Michelin star is held until today.

Offering a fantastic selection of fresh fish, shellfish, meat, veggies, flowers, bread cheese and fruit, Cascais Market is where the locals do their weekly shopping. Open on Saturdays and Wednesdays in the morning, this typical, colourful and bustling farmers’ market is certainly worth visiting.

The Casa da Guia is an emblematic spot with a unique and innovative range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities fully integrated into nature and with an absolutely stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean.
Housed in a 19th-century renovated mansion, it stands on the Guincho road and is surrounded by two hectares of gardens that extend along the cliff tops to the Guia Lighthouse. Inside is an innovative shopping concept, featuring a diverse range of shops and an art gallery. Ideal for families as there are places for children to play.

The famous Guincho Bar is a restaurant and a bar with a large terrace overlooking Guincho Beach. Built in wood and stone, the rustic look offers a welcoming and relaxing environment, to enjoy lunch in the sun or lively dinners with friends. Visiting this stunning location is as pleasant in the summer as it is in the winter thanks to the burning fireplace, a stunning view of the Atlantic and the Serra de Sintra, and the invigorating sea air. This bar embraced by nature is the perfect shelter for cold days.

Estoril Casino is one of the greatest and most diversified entertainment and leisure complexes in Portugal as well as one the most glamorous casinos in Europe. During the Second World War, it was reputed to be a gathering point for spies, dispossessed royals and wartime adventurers and it became an inspiration for Ian Fleming's James Bond 007 novels and the setting for the Casino Royale film. Located in Estoril, it is 18 kilometres from Lisbon and 20 kilometres from the International Airport.

Jezebel is the nightclub where the locals and visitors of Cascais and Estoril like to party during the winter months. The beautifully laid out club has a very large, central dance floor, which leads up to a raised DJ booth, behind which are comfy sofas to lounge around on whilst sipping cocktails. Subdued amber and purple lighting give the club a silky chi chi air, which complements its surroundings, being in the same building as the Casino Estoril.

A privileged location, perfect for enjoying glamorous sunsets in a trendy atmosphere, the Blue Bar on the rooftop terrace of Hotel Baia, overlooks the sea and is known for its sunset parties during the summer months. With a breathtaking view, this is the ideal place to relax and try the assortment of cocktails and light meals that the Blue Bar offers.

Once referred to by Paris Match as “the biggest social phenomenon in Europe”, this disco is an icon from the 70s. One of the oldest and most famous night spots in Lisbon and Cascais reopened in 2007.

Guincho, Tamariz, Praia Grande, Azenhas do Mar and Adraga.

Surrounding the towns of Cascais and Estoril is a stunning coastline of varied beaches, ranging from wild surfing through to calm and family friendly beaches. Nearly all of these are easily accessible by public or private transport. Several stops and accesses link these suburbs to each other along a 'Paredão', a scenic promenade which is lit up at night and features public benches, bars and exercise stations. Beaches include Praia da Conceição, Praia da Duquesa and Praia do Tamariz. If you wander further towards Malveira da Serra, Praia do Guincho is a must visit; characterized by a strong swell and strong winds, it is one of the best beaches for extreme sports and windsurfing, where several international competitions are held in the summer.

Cascais and Estoril offer a range of boating experiences from powerboat rentals, sailboat charters, fishing charters, jet-ski rentals and yacht hires. Enjoy land views from the sea or explore local beaches by boat. These two towns are the perfect place to rent a sailboat for a Lisbon day trip or a sunset cruise along the coast. Enjoy the gentle breeze in your hair, a glass of fine wine and the breathtaking view of the sun going down over the sea. Sail along the coast and and prepare to be amazed by the beautiful panorama of Cascais lit up at night.

On the sandy soils of the Cascais hinterland. Oitavos Dunes is a smouldering beauty, waiting on the rocky coastline like a siren to passing golfers. This links-style course is undoubtedly one of the finest courses in Portugal. The routing is a continuous loop of holes, nine out nine in, similar to linksland courses in Scotland. The sequence is an undisturbed golf experience from start to finish. Distant views of the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby Sintra mountain are distinguishable from every hole. See more >

Ranked in the top 30 Courses in Continental Europe, the Atlantic Course designed in Penha Longa, by the famed Robert Trent Jones Jr, is escapist golf at its best. With its bold drives, courageous with approaches and artful greens, it is both an adrenalin rush and a soothing journey through one of Portugal's most inspiring landscapes. The opening holes and the final flourish share a wooded vale in the shadow of the rocky mountains, while others arc and plunge over mountains and scented hillsides. See more >

There are water sport activities on the Tagus River in Lisbon, but for an extensive choice and some of the best conditions for water sports in Europe, head towards Cascais and especially Guincho Beach. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy the most diverse activities, from windsurfing and sailing to waterskiing, kite surfing and parascending.

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Be it riding through a forest trail, along the Atlantic Coast and natural sand dunes, or participating in an activity and class offered by one of the five existing equestrian schools, discovering Cascais and Estoril on horseback is a unique experience. Furthermore, the prestigious Municipal Hippodrome is the main stage for trouts and international high-level equestrian championships, for those who enjoy participating or watching worldwide famous riders and events.