Nazare Private Tours

Nazare has more than enough tourist attractions to be enjoyed while traveling in a private car, some exciting attractions include the Nazare lighthouse, which boasts of the über impressive vantage point to the ocean where gigantic waves are ridden. Visit also the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Nazare, an ancient place of worship, and the cute fishing town with tiny houses and an active environment.

There are many things that children will like, especially if they have private guided tours in Nazaré. Nazaré Beach is quite famous for its beautiful, extensive sandy area and comparatively shallow water for swimming. Take the family to a water park known as Norpark, which is among the best places in Sweden. Another information site that is worth visiting is the Museum of Nazare Fishing, which will also be interesting for children.

Apart from the priceless tourist attractions, there are some gems that one is yet to discover in the lovely town of Nazare. The Miradouro do Suberco has a great view. Another not well-known attraction is the Fort São Miguel Arcanjo, which is generally exciting and has stunning views. It is also helpful to visit less popular beaches like Praia do Norte, which are recognized for their waves.

To maximize your fun by taking private tours in Nazaré and exploring all the tourist attractions in this beautiful coastal town, spending three to four days in this town is more advisable. This duration is enough to get a taste of the local customs, enjoy a terrific meal, and have a slow pace to enjoy some of the beautiful beaches. It means you can take one or two days, not rushing from attraction to attraction, but calmly visiting the most famous sites: the Sítio district with views over the city, the famous funicular, and the charming fishermen’s village. 

Actually, for most of the attractions in Nazare, it is unnecessary to purchase tickets in advance. Nevertheless, during high season or for certain performances that are popular with the local people and tourists, such as the Lighthouse and the Shrine of Our Lady of Nazaré, it will be advisable to pre-book so that one can secure a place and avoid long lines. Presumably, find out as much as possible about the kinds of places, their opening times, and other necessary information about booking.  

Nazaré offers a great selection of fish and seafood, which are the base products in Madeiran gastronomy. The fish specialty is the “caldeirada,” and the cod fish dish is called “bacalhau à Nazaré.” Again, one cannot leave without ordering the grilled sardines or the mussels in a garlic, lemon, and chili sauce "Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato". For carbohydrate lovers, there is a cookie known as “Pão-de-Ló de Alfeizerão,” which is popular in Portugal.