Carcavelos Beach is actually located a short drive outside of Lisbon, but it's definitely worth the detour. Many of the inner city beaches tend to be crowded with tourists throughout the year, but Lisbon locals prefer to head out to Carcavelos Beach for its calmer, quieter atmosphere and friendly local bars. Some excellent eateries can be found just a short walk off Carcavelos Beach as well, so you can spend a full day out on the sand and then head into town for a delicious evening meal as the sun goes down.
Ready to go?
Step 1: Visit the website and book directly and/or call ahead to confirm their hours.
Step 2: If you are spending the night, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Call the hotel directly to book and ask for a romantic, kid-friendly or pet-friendly amenity if you need it.
Step 3: If you are flying, compare Flights. Book directly with the airline, add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
Step 4: Estimate your driving time using Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
Need some more help?
Read our Reservations & Travel Planning Tips guide.