Sesimbra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal scene with a sandy beach, a stone wall, and a backdrop of hills and buildings.
A beach with rocky formations and clear turquoise water.
A couple walking on a beach with rocky formations in the background.
A coastal town with a beach, clear blue sea, and a rocky hillside.
A beach with footprints leading to the water, a distant shoreline with lights, and a mountain in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Sesimbra

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Fonte de Sesimbra

Fonte de Sesimbra might not have many top sights, but Arrabida Life and Sesimbra Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Serra da Azóia

While Serra da Azóia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Meco Beach and Sesimbra Beach.

Charneca da Cotovia

While there might not be top attractions in Charneca da Cotovia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arrabida Life and Sesimbra Beach.

Apostiça

When in Apostiça, you can plan a visit to Setubal Peninsula and Aroeira Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Carrasqueira

While there might not be top attractions in Carrasqueira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arrabida Life and Setubal Peninsula.

Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra

Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra

4 out of 5
Rua 4 de Maio, 50 Sesimbra
The price is AU$287 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$287
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (551 reviews)
"Mixed review really. The room smelt of cigarettes and mould. The bathroom had black mould all over the ceiling and in the shower, along the skirting boards and around the balcony door. It was also quite dated. The bathroom sink was also blocked. Other than that, it was alright, staff were nice and ..."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Sesimbra
Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

5 out of 5
Rua Navegador Rodrigues Soromenho Sesimbra
The price is AU$451 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$451
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
SANA Sesimbra Hotel

SANA Sesimbra Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida 25 de Abril, 11 Sesimbra
The price is AU$324 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$324
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sesimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (792 reviews)
"I stayed at the SANA Sesimbra for 5 nights as a solo traveler - the room was the perfect size for myself or a party of two. Access to the beach was incredible and I enjoyed the privacy of the balcony to still get the beach experience when the sand got a little crowded. Daily continental breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

SANA Sesimbra Hotel
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Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach

Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach

Sesimbra Setúbal
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Sesimbra Beach and Arrabida Life are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"This turned out to be perfect for our mixed family group of 13.Booking was easy and communication with Ana (host) was excellent throughout. She was immensely helpful and provided good information and recommendations that were all great.When we arrived, it did feel as though some bits were a bit tired ..."

Reviewed on 2 June 2026

Villa Santa Cruz- Air-conditioned 10 bedroom pool house - Sesimbra Beach
New house 100 metres from the beach in LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA

New house 100 metres from the beach in LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA

LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sesimbra Beach and Lagoa Pequena are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"Très bien!"

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

New house 100 metres from the beach in LAGOA DE ALBUFEIRA
Apartment m. Pool u. Sea view, about 500m to the beach in Sesimbra for max. 4 pers

Apartment m. Pool u. Sea view, about 500m to the beach in Sesimbra for max. 4 pers

Sesimbra
Stay at this apartment in Sesimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Sesimbra Beach and Ouro Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
"Wir haben unsere Zeit bei Günther in vollen Zügen genossen. Die Unterkunft und der Gartenbereich sind top gepflegt, es fehlt an nichts und es lassen sich dort herrliche Tage verbringen. Günther kümmerte sich immer direkt, wenn es Probleme gab, ohne dabei aufdringlich zu sein und war auch für einen ..."

Reviewed on 10 June 2026

Apartment m. Pool u. Sea view, about 500m to the beach in Sesimbra for max. 4 pers
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Sesimbra attractions

Setubal Peninsula

9.8/10 (7 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Setubal Peninsula during your travels in Castelo.
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Activities

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours

AU$63
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours
Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour with Optional Bus Tour Combos

Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Combos

AU$46
per adult
Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Combos
Trolley in Lisbon

Hills Tramcar Hop-on Hop-off Tour

AU$41
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hills Tramcar Hop-on Hop-off Tour
2-Hour Lisbon Traditional Boats Sunset Cruise with White Wine

2-Hour Lisbon Traditional Boats Sunset Cruise with White Wine

AU$58
per adult
2-Hour Lisbon Traditional Boats Sunset Cruise with White Wine
Escape Hunt Experience

Escape Hunt Experience

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Escape Hunt Experience
Double decker bus tour going through the Lisbon District

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Boat

AU$63
per adult
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Boat
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Cities near Sesimbra

A beach with people standing on the sand, a large body of water, and a distant city skyline under a cloudy sky.

Barreiro

A riverside town with historic buildings and a prominent church.

Setubal

A coastal scene with a rocky breakwater, steep green cliffs, and turbulent ocean waves.

Seixal

A beach with a wooden deck, umbrellas, and a beach hut.

Aroeira