Arrabida Wine Tour from Lisbon: Wineries, Tastings & Tile Factory

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. The meeting point, at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store

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2. You will cross the April 25th Bridge, which resembles the Golden Gate Bridge. This impressive and scenic suspension bridge connects the northern and southern sides of Lisbon. It was named in honor of the revolution that took place on April 25th, 1974, which ended the Salazar dictatorship.

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3. The Azulejos de Azeitão workshop employs traditional European tile-making techniques and recreates antique designs from not only European countries but also Islamic and Chinese cultures. Here, you can explore flat hand-painted tiles as well as relief tiles featuring various color glazes, inspired by 16th-century Hispano-Moorish tiles. This workshop is one of the most renowned in the southern region of Lisbon.

   30 minAdmission included

4. You will explore the Arrábida UNESCO Park, a renowned protected area home to many unique Mediterranean plants, including olives, pistachios, strawberries, lavender, thyme, and chamomile. We will drive along the Atlantic coast, stopping at several points to enjoy breathtaking views of amazing beaches and azure waters.

   50 min

5. Take a look at the Convento da Arrábida (Arrábida Monastery), which was founded in 1542 by Friar Martinho de Santa Maria, a Castilian Franciscan. This remarkable building is entirely isolated in the mountains.

   10 min

6. Quinta de Catralvos is a family-owned winery that offers stunning views of its vineyards. Here, you can enjoy local wines and appetizers while being guided through the winery and cellars. You will learn about the entire wine production process, from the vine to the glass.

   1 hAdmission included

7. In the heart of Sesimbra, you can visit Santiago Fortress (Fortaleza de Santiago), which was part of Portugal’s coastal defenses and served as a summer retreat for Portuguese kings.

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8. Experience the beautiful California beach with its soft, fine sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters.

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9. Relax at the serene Ouro Beach, known for its soft, fine sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters.

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10. You’ll have the opportunity to stop and explore Sesimbra, a charming fishing village on the Atlantic coast. Sesimbra is situated around a bay, surrounded by towering cliffs, turquoise waters, beautiful sandy beaches, and exceptional seafood—all of which is consistently delicious. In the town center, you'll find narrow streets lined with terracotta-roofed houses and a picturesque promenade adorned with palm trees.

    1.5 h

11. Jose Maria da Fonseca is a family-owned winery that has been operating for nearly 200 years, having been established in 1834 by six generations of the same family. The guided visit begins in the owner's house and continues through the ancient wine cellars. Some of the wines you will discover here are over 100 years old. At the end of the tour, you will have the opportunity to taste some of their exceptional wines.

    1 hAdmission included

12. The site of the Christ the King Statue (Cristo Rei) offers the best viewpoint of Lisbon. From here, you can enjoy stunning views of the city and the Tagus River. Inspired by the statue in Brazil, this monument was erected in 1959 to express gratitude to God for sparing Portugal from the horrors of World War II. There is an entrance fee to go up to the statue, but the view from the bottom is quite similar.

    30 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

How it compares in Lisbon

• Its from-price is 60% below the median of the 1396 day trips we list in Lisbon.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 76 of 1396.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Lisbon

Lisbon spills down its hills to the Tagus estuary, a city of tiled façades, rattling yellow trams, viewpoint terraces and late, unhurried dinners.

The old quarters hold most of the charm. Alfama's tangle of lanes climbs to São Jorge Castle and echoes with fado in the evening, the Baixa's orderly grid runs down to the vast Praça do Comércio on the river, and Bairro Alto and Chiado mix bookshops and cafés by day with bars by night. Viewpoints such as Santa Luzia and Senhora do Monte frame red rooftops and shining water.

Top-ranked sights in Lisbon: Commerce Square (Praça do Comércio), Pena National Palace (Palacio Nacional da Pena), Alfama.

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