Sesimbra & Cape Espichel: Castle, Museums & Dinosaur Footprints
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- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Sesimbra and Cabo Espichel in a private experience dedicated to the history, culture, heritage, and landscapes of this unique region. Start by getting to know the heritage of Sesimbra at the Capela dos Mareantes, which integrates the Museum of Sacred Art and the old Fishermen's Hospital, and at the Sesimbra Maritime Museum, where you can discover the Villa's strong connection to the sea, fishing, and its traditions. Visit the history of Sesimbra Castle, situated above the Villa and the bay, and enjoy its panoramic views. Continue a journey through the history of the region alongside dinosaur footprints, preserved in the rock formations millions of years ago. The experience ends at the impressive Cabo Espichel, with its cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the historic complex of the sanctuary. An authentic way to know Sesimbra through its stories, heritage, sea, and landscapes, accompanied by a local perspective.
Inclusions
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
Itinerary
Discover Sesimbra's strong connection to the sea through its maritime heritage. The museum presents the history of fishing, boats, and the traditions of local communities, helping to understand the importance of the sea in the identity of Sesimbra.
Visit this important space of historical and religious heritage in Sesimbra. The Chapel of the Mariners is part of the Museum of Sacred Art and is linked to the old Fishermen's Hospital, preserving testimonies of the religious, cultural, and fishing history of the local community.
Explore the history of Sesimbra Castle, situated in a privileged Ranking over the Villa and the bay. Walk through its walls and discover one of Sesimbra's main historical monuments, with panoramic views over the Villa and the surrounding landscape.
Observe the dinosaur footprints preserved in the rock formations of the region. These millions-of-years-old traces allow us to discover a fascinating part of the geological history of the Sesimbra region.
Explore the impressive Cabo Espichel, one of the most emblematic locations on the Arrábida coast. Discover your beliefs about the Atlantic Ocean, the sanctuary and historical complex of the place, in a setting where heritage, nature, and landscape meet.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Travelers should go to the entrance of Santiago Fort, in Sesimbra. Wait at the location at the indicated time. The guide will be with the South Route vehicle, easily identifiable. In case of difficulty, contact us via the reservation WhatsApp.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Operated by
- Rota Sul
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- so admitted children from 8 years old
How it compares in Setúbal District
- Its from-price is 19% below the median of the 251 experiences we list in Setúbal District.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Setúbal District
Setúbal District lies across the Tagus from Lisbon, with the cliffs of Arrábida, the dolphins of the Sado estuary, fishing towns and long Atlantic beaches.
Setúbal District lies south of Lisbon on the far side of the Tagus, stretching from the estuary down the coast towards Sines in the Alentejo. Its heart is the Setúbal Peninsula, a land of limestone hills, pine woods, vineyards, fishing towns and long beaches. The city of Setúbal, on the Sado estuary, has a port, a market and the Convent of Jesus, with an early Manueline church. Palmela's hilltop castle looks over the vineyards and the estuary.
Top-ranked sights in Setúbal District: Arrábida Natural Park (Parque Natural da Arrábida), Sesimbra, Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal (Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal).
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