Cabo da Roca Wine Tours

Cabo da Roca is a great tourist destination that will rejuvenate you. The scenes atop the cliffs are breathtaking and always leave one speechless and in awe. You just can't get enough of this place. The beaches down the cliff also offer a perfect relaxation spot where you can enjoy the breeze, especially during the summer. There are several species of birds that call the site home making it perfect for birdwatching.

Apart from visiting the lighthouse, the monuments, watching the birds, and enjoying the scenery, when you visit Cabo da Roca you must taste the local cuisine. Because what other way will you experience the area's hospitality? Some of the must-try dishes include Pastéis de nata, Bacalhau, Petiscos, Iscas com elas, and Bifana. Restaurants around the site that you can visit to enjoy these dishes include O Pastus, Cicero Bistrot and Avenida.

Yes, Cabo da Roca is walkable. Walking is also the best way to explore the area. There are numerous paths throughout the area that you can use to get the best views of the surroundings. Some are, however, on the cliffs and require caution as you move around especially when it's wet to avoid falling off. You can also walk on the beach barefoot for that relaxing experience with sand in between your toes and the breeze cooling you off.

You can visit Cabo da Roca at any time of the year. The area enjoys good weather all year round. You just have to dress according to the weather. The summers can be hot especially in the afternoons requiring you to dress lightly. The winters can also sometimes be chilly so make sure to dress warmly. It is also advisable to carry an umbrella during the rainy season. And because it's a tour involving lots of walking, bring along comfortable walking shoes.

No, Cabo da Roca receives many tourists throughout the year but does give the too touristy feeling you will get in other tourist places. The place is quite expansive and you won't be crammed together in one place. A visit here also involves moving around enjoying the views and scenery reducing the chances of people crowding at the same place. You will notice other tourists around, but the feeling is not overwhelming.

The visit to Cabo da Roca takes one hour to two hours depending on the type of you have chosen. Of this duration only about 30 minutes will be used to visit the lighthouse, stone monument and the tourism office at the site. You can use the rest of the time to walk around the cape as you admire the views it offers. There is also a small cafe near the tourism office where you can have a bite of something in case hunger pangs set in.