Sesimbra Guided Tours

Yes, it is, though, if one chooses to visit only the tourist attractions that have been popularly highlighted, one might take half a day. Within the scope of this timeframe, one can visit the great Sesimbra Castle, explore the local fishing boats, and additionally take a rest on one of the beaches. It's possible to get a general feel of the city in half a day but to get a more enriched taste of the city or have a chance to try the local cuisine or be part of a specific tour, it would be advisable to spend more time there.

As for the best ways to get the most out of Sesimbra it is recommended to spend a minimum of 2 to 3 days in the city. Thus, in one day, you will be able to explore the main interests which include Sesimbra castle, the historical district, and the beaches. The second day is also free for a thorough sightseeing of the local markets and tasting of the regional delights as well as a calm boat ride along the shore. The third day can be spent exploring some of the specific tours or just enjoying the day in Sesimbra getting acquainted with the districts that are not contained in the traditional route.

Sesimbra can be easily discovered on foot and with the help of local means of transport. Sesimbra is not a very large city and most of the points of interest – the Sesimbra Castle, the beach, and the fishing village included – are rather close to each other. When it comes to longer distances or if you would like to go around the city, the preferable options include cabs, rented bikes, or local buses. If you want to try more of the shore, then the boat tour is an interesting way to also get a good look at Sesimbra and its impressively marvelous sights from the sea.

Yes, Sesimbra is a well-developed touristic place that does not require special guidance to travel around. It is a rather small town that can be easily controlled with lots of attractions that can be easily visited on foot. One can walk around the picturesque streets, go shopping, and find out about the main attractions like the Sesimabra Castle and the fishers’ gangs. However, if you seek deeper knowledge about the city and its history as well as culture or desire for superior knowledge, the guided tour could be a great supplement to the self-guided tour.

The recommended time to visit Sesimbra is during the weekdays since during weekends and public holidays the city may be busy. Monday to Friday is the best time to have a visit since the number of tourists is not so high, and everything is open. Particularly if you desire to go out shopping or attend cultural escapades, it is useful to look at the events calendar because special weekends or festivals may be much better.