Santa Maria e São Miguel Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Moorish Castle
Set amid the forests of the high Portuguese countryside, the crumbling ruins of this gray stone castle offer commanding views of the surrounding region.
Castle of the Moors
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e São Miguel, São Martinho e São Pedro de Penaferrim when you take a trip to Castle of the Moors. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or seek out the golf courses.
Rossio Square
See the people-packed central square whose swirling wave-patterned cobbles are thought to have inspired copycat pavements across the rest of Portugal and beyond.
Avenida da Liberdade
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Avenida da Liberdade, a popular shopping spot in Santo Antonio. Discover the charming cafes in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Belém Tower
Lisbon constructed a fortification along a waterway to defend its riches. Now access the structure from the shore for lovely views.
Castle of São Jorge
Discover some of Lisbon’s fascinating medieval history as you explore the fortress than looks over the city and River Tagus.
Activities
Sintra, Cascais & Estoril Small-Group Full-Day Tour
Sintra: Quinta da Regaleira Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Private Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais
Small-Group Day Trip to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Sintra: Jeep Tour of Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais
Full Day Private Tour: Sintra, Pena Palace, Mouros Castle
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria e São Miguel
Azenhas do Mar
While there might not be top attractions in Azenhas do Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Macas Beach and Magoito Beach.
Estoril
Estoril is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Estoril Casino or Tamariz Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Praia do Guincho
Unique features of Praia do Guincho include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Guincho Beach or Cresmina Beach while you're exploring the area.
Carcavelos
Visitors to Carcavelos enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carcavelos Beach is worth a stop.
Rato
Spend some time visiting places like Eduardo VII Park while getting to know Rato, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Campolide (Av. Cons. Fernando) Stop or Campolide Stop to see more of the area.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like El Corte Ingles Mall or Gulbenkian Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Praca de Espanha Station or Sao Sebastiao Station.