Praia de Carcavelos
Praia de Carcavelos
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Clarabelle710
Edinburgh, UK55 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
If you’re staying in the city and needing an escape then this beach is pretty good. Get the train from Cais de Sodre, takes about 25-30 mins then a 10-25 mins walk. The beach is pretty long and there are quite a few places to eat/drink and loads of loungers with parasols, we paid €25 for 2 plus parasol.
Written August 26, 2022
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ayalasibanda
Greater London, UK339 contributions
May 2022 • Family
We got the train and walked slowly for 10 mins to the beach due to little feet. It was a lovely long beach, clear water, v cold water! We rented an umbrella and sunbeds for €17 all day. We bought food, got lots for how much we paid, but not the healthiest.. still captive audience..
Lots of young families, couples and friends.
There was surfing lessons going on if you wanted.
Lifeguards on duty
Very safe, clean and welcoming.
The only down side was finding about a train strike on return journey.. overcrowded trains.. still a better journey than if that was a UK strike..
Lots of young families, couples and friends.
There was surfing lessons going on if you wanted.
Lifeguards on duty
Very safe, clean and welcoming.
The only down side was finding about a train strike on return journey.. overcrowded trains.. still a better journey than if that was a UK strike..
Written May 27, 2022
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tvalido
Richmond-upon-Thames, UK19 contributions
Aug 2020
Carcavelos is a top beach just outside Lisbon. Very easy access (lots of car parking, train station nearby), ton of facilities (including bars and restaurants, restrooms, showers, sports facilities, shopping), makes this beach feel quite "urban". Very good visit all year round, either to sunbathe or swim over the Summer or a meal and a walk on a sunny day over the the Winter!
Written August 23, 2020
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WanderingOttersons
Denver, CO1,065 contributions
Sep 2021
This beach is huge! Options abound here as well with multiple food, restroom and showering locations (though some require a little $). It is a bit less convenient than many other beaches though as it’s a little longer ride from Lisbon and about a 10 minute walk from the Carcavelos train station but at least it’s on a tree-lined street, especially after a long hot day at the beach. The sand is great but the water line can be pretty rough at times as this is one of the beaches on this stretch with the best waves for surfing. On most weekend days, you will see multiple local surf schools working with a dozen or so students each. If you're looking to try out surfing for the first time, this would be a good option. A lot of activity and tons of space for sports of all kinds on the beach as well.
Written February 15, 2022
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smileyfeet2018
San Diego, CA101 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
The town is lovely but the beach is small. The day we were there the waves were too rough with lots of seaweed. We went to Praia Angrinha (first two photos) instead, Ferraguda. Very quiet, easy parking and walk to calm waters.
Written October 7, 2022
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yaasir
Calgary, Canada129 contributions
Jun 2017 • Friends
I was in Lisbon, Portugal for a few days with a friend and we thought it would be nice to hit the beach since the weather was absolutely wonderful.
We asked the front desk staff at our hotel and they recommended this beach to us and told us how to get there. We took the underground subway and got to the another above ground train station where there are many trains.
We bought the tickets and got into a crammed train and had to stand all the way and it takes about 45 minutes - 1 hour to get to this beach.
There are multiple other beach in this train route and basically you can get off at any station and there will be a beach.
This beach had a good vibe and it was crowded and the sand and water color was beautiful. Lots of options close by to enjoy a beer a well.
Overall highly recommended!
We asked the front desk staff at our hotel and they recommended this beach to us and told us how to get there. We took the underground subway and got to the another above ground train station where there are many trains.
We bought the tickets and got into a crammed train and had to stand all the way and it takes about 45 minutes - 1 hour to get to this beach.
There are multiple other beach in this train route and basically you can get off at any station and there will be a beach.
This beach had a good vibe and it was crowded and the sand and water color was beautiful. Lots of options close by to enjoy a beer a well.
Overall highly recommended!
Written March 4, 2018
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Push
Carcavelos, Portugal2 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
Fine the dog owners for letting them poo everywhere!
Clean up Cocovelos!!
Coco=poo in Portuguese
Make Carcavelos town Lisbon district Portugal beach great again
Clean up Cocovelos!!
Coco=poo in Portuguese
Make Carcavelos town Lisbon district Portugal beach great again
Written December 9, 2020
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belgianguy1
Bruges, Belgium11,236 contributions
Mar 2021 • Solo
It's very easy to reach this place by train from Lisbon, and the station is just a short walk away...the beach itself is wide and sandy, plenty of space for everyone, and a nice bonus, there's also free WiFi here!
Written March 22, 2021
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Ola K
Krakow, Poland16 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
Wide, sandy beach close to lisbon city centre. You can reach Carcavelos beach by tram, heading from Cais do Sodre station. Journey takes around 20 min and it’s comfortable. You can find a lot of restaurants and bars close to the beach. Must see!!!:)
Written July 22, 2018
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Sir Francesco
Dublin, Ireland100 contributions
May 2018 • Friends
Very cozy beach with a lot of bars and services, of course good also for surfing. A lot of young people enjoying the sun. About 30/40 mins from
Lisbon city centre I advise to go there for a break also while visiting the city, half day there is nice. If you don’t want to use public transport with Uber is about 20€ not bad
Lisbon city centre I advise to go there for a break also while visiting the city, half day there is nice. If you don’t want to use public transport with Uber is about 20€ not bad
Written May 29, 2018
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Nagore M
Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain104 contributions
¿Existen taquillas o algo similar para poder dejar los objetos de valor mientras te das un baño?
Toni_aus_Portugal
Hamburg, Germany56 contributions
Ganz sicher bin ich mir nicht, aber ich glaube, dass es keine Badekabinen gibt!
DaljSidhu
Willenhall, UK34 contributions
Hello. Could anyone reccomend a bar where a group of 8 can lounge and drink? Preferably with beds and sofas?
Thank you
Chris F
Holywell, UK63 contributions
There is a place at the fort end of Carcavelos beach €20 for a bed (king size ) loads of beds on the beach too which will be cheaper
Tabatha W
Somerset152 contributions
Is the beach open for just wading now? Have a kid who wants to see beach before we leave. Thanks.
tessfortune03
Somerset, UK
Where/how do you pay for the sun beds?
Gakeitse
London, UK1,396 contributions
There's always an attendant and if you can't identify her/him, choose a bed and they'll soon find you!
abjcamp
London, UK2 contributions
Are dogs allowed on this beach?
Lee
London, UK106 contributions
I strongly doubt it I have not seen any dog there, and I remember few posters. People walk small dogs on pedestrian pavement but not on beach.
Saying that it’s a lot of kids and families.
And dogs in Portugal are not as friendly as in U.K.
Hope it helped
kmpinkzoo
Portage, MI2 contributions
I'm traveling solo. Is it safe for me to leave to get food or drinks temporarily without my rental chair being stolen?
Gorica Z
Belgrade, Serbia38 contributions
@kmpinkzoo People are very nice and I honestly don't think that anybody would take your things. Also, you can ask the person next to you to keep an eye on your things, again because everybody is super nice and friendly..
Hallo,
gibt es dort Verpflegung? Restaurants oder einen Supermarkt?
552martinak
Bremgarten, Switzerland82 contributions
Hallo Nadine
Ja es gibt ein paar kleine Restaurants gleich beim Strand. Im Dorf oben hat es auch einen Supermarkt.
balimogale
Roodepoort, South Africa12 contributions
What activities are available on this beach? prices?
Filip S
London, UK311 contributions
There's Surf, windsurf, paddle surfing, a beach volleyball pitch (free) and plenty of sand!
I did a bit of surfing with my son for 25 euros each (4 hours).
Not sure about wind or kitesurfing.
Praia de Carcavelos - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Praia de Carcavelos
- We recommend booking Praia de Carcavelos tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 19 Praia de Carcavelos tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Praia de Carcavelos:
- Surf Lesson on Praia de Carcavelos (From $43.40)
- Tour to Sintra - Roca Cape - Cascais (From $183.37)
- Surf Experience in Cascais (From $43.40)
- Kayak Tour of Lisbon (From $43.40)
- Cascais Romantic Private 2h Cruise with sparkling wine (From $249.55)
- Hotels near Praia de Carcavelos:
- (0.08 mi) LX Surf Camp
- (0.14 mi) Carcavelos Surf Hostel
- (0.11 mi) Spacious Carcavelos APT - 5 min to beach, sleeps 6
- (0.11 mi) Praia Mar Hotel
- (0.13 mi) Terrace Beach House
- Restaurants near Praia de Carcavelos:
- (0.00 mi) PIPS Restaurante-Bar
- (0.02 mi) Marisca Petisca
- (0.04 mi) Restaurante La Plage
- (0.06 mi) The Juice Hut
- (0.06 mi) Siss
- Attractions near Praia de Carcavelos:
- (0.00 mi) 69Slam SurfSchool
- (0.00 mi) APS Portugal
- (0.00 mi) Portugal Surf Rentals
- (0.00 mi) Tubeline Surf School
- (0.00 mi) Lisbon Surf Camp & School