Take in the beachside beauty of Almada
The beaches and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambience to your holiday home in Almada. This romantic city is known for its sporting events, surfing and golfing. Belém Tower and Rossio Square are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in and around Almada
Are you looking for top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Almada a fun place to get away to. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Golf Aroeira (3.4 mi / 5.5 km)
- Portas do Sol Viewpoint (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
- Quinta do Peru Golf & Country Club (9.4 mi / 15.2 km)
- Lisbon Oceanarium (11.4 mi / 18.4 km)
- Bacalhoa Winery (11.7 mi / 18.9 km)
- Penha Longa Golf Course (14.7 mi / 23.6 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Almada
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Almada is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Costa da Caparica Beach (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Fonte da Telha Beach (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)
- Miradouro de Santa Luzia (7.3 mi / 11.8 km)
- Eduardo VII Park (7.9 mi / 12.6 km)
- Carcavelos Beach (8.6 mi / 13.9 km)
- Setubal Peninsula (8.7 mi / 14 km)
Seasonal weather in Almada
Travellers enjoy Almada for its surfing. If you're planning a holiday around warm-weather activities, August, July, September and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 21°C.
Transport to and around Almada
Fly into Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado), the closest airport, located 11 mi (17.7 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to Cascais (CAT), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away.
If you'd prefer to travel by train, the main station is Pragal Station. It's easy to get around Almada by jumping on the metro at Boa Esperança Station, Universidade Station or Monte de Caparica Station.