Sintra's Ursa Beach is one of Portugal's most breathtaking. Characterized by its pointed rock formations and untouched nature ...

Located less than an hour's drive from Lisbon, Azenhas do Mar is a stunning town in Sintra with just about 800 inhabitants. ... Among the Beaches, Portugal’s Wine Region Shines.

In any Cascais or Sintra restaurant, look out for wine made in nearby Colares, rarely found outside of Portugal. A rugged terroir of sand and salty ocean air produces grapes that are uniquely ...

From popular bays in the Algarve to a sandy stretch off Madeira, these are the top seaside spots for relaxation, watersports, walking and more ...

We rank the 16 Best Beaches in Portugal. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites.

But tear yourself away from the beaches and adventures beckon inland, too, all less than an hour’s drive from Lisbon. TRAVEL; Riding waves and scaling rocks around Ericeira and Sintra in Portugal.

16 of the Best Beaches in Portugal . Paula Galindo Valle/Travel + Leisure. Best Times to Visit Portugal for Lower Prices ... Holy Week in March or April; and Sintra Festival in June.

Sintra is a Unesco World Heritage Site that's just a few miles away from Lisbon Credit: ... Meanwhile, Comporta has been hailed as Portugal's best beach - even attracting the likes of Madonna. 6.