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When to Visit

In Cascais, summers are warm, dry, and partly cloudy, while winters are cool, wet, and partly cloudy, with windy conditions all year round. Still, before the visit, it's recommended to check the Cascais weather forecast.

Cascais, like the entire coast of central Portugal, has a temperate climate, great for beach rest and swimming in the ocean from May to October. The ocean water near the coast warms up to 20. The rest of the time, the water in the ocean is quite cool.

However, most tourists come here in the high summer season, July-August, when the temperature reaches 27-28 degrees.

The cool season lasts from November to March, with a minimum average daily temperature below 17 °C. The coldest month of the year in Cascais is January, with an average temperature is 10°C- 15°C. This period is good for sightseeing tours without crowds of tourists.

Getting Around

The train station and bus stations, which are close to each other, are located in the heart of Cascais. From here it is convenient to travel to neighboring cities and explore Portugal. There is also a bus running around the city itself on a single circular route every 15 minutes. The ticket price is around 1 euro. To get around the city and be flexible it’s convenient to use a taxi.

Free bicycle rental is available for tourists who check in at the local Cascais beach resorts. Rental hours are from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The most convenient way to access Lisbon is by train, which goes every 20 minutes during high season and costs 2 EUR. At night there are three flights to the capital. Tickets must be purchased in advance before boarding. During the trip, they must be presented to the controller. Depending on the number of stops, the trip takes 30-40 minutes. There should be no problems with moving between cities in Portugal using public transport.

Travel Information

You can get an unforgettable experience while traveling in Cascais if you consider a few simple Cascais travel tips:

1. How to make the first trip to Cascais unforgettable?

After walking around the city, discovering its architectural sites, and trying local cuisine, don't forget to visit the impressive rock formations at Boca do Inferno, one of the most popular Cascais attractions. Tourists who come here are amazed by the power of the sea, which breaks its waves against the coastal rocks. After driving a little further along the coast, you will see the westernmost point of Europe, Cape Cabo da Roca with impressive panoramas with many excellent restaurants. Another option is a scenic coastal drive to the charming city of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Magnificent palaces that seem to grow out of the ground create a romantic atmosphere of a magical fairy tale, which once inspired Lord Byron and Hans Christian Andersen.

2. What is a list of Cascais hidden gems?

Cascais has an atmosphere of luxury with a fashionable marina, as well as proximity to the famous Estoril Casino, the Estoril Tennis Club, the Formula 1 race track, and several prestigious golf clubs, tennis courts, and horse riding clubs. Cascais harbor hosts many international events. It is also worth mentioning the numerous nightlife establishments of Cascais, the most popular of which are located near the coast. Lovers of dancing until dawn will like the Baluarte club, which, in addition to a colorful dance floor and variable entertainment program, can offer its guests a cozy bar with a lot of treats and signature cocktails.

3. What dishes are the must-try in Cascais?

The traditional dish in Cascais is cozido à portuguesa - a mixture of meat, sausages, and vegetables. Also, you should definitely try specialties in Cascais seafood restaurants, cod is especially excellent, and the residents of Portugal know countless ways to cook it. It is important to pair each dish with the right wine. In addition to the port, Portugal produces many different varieties of table wine. And, of course, don’t forget about delicious cheeses. The highlight of the program is cheese produced in the mountainous regions of the country.
Don't forget to indulge in Portugal's famous pastries, including pastéis de nata (custard tarts) and queijadas (cheese pastries). Cascais will delight with a selection of sweets, pies, and other confectionery products, which, according to legend, were first prepared by nuns in local convents.