Cascais Free Tour: A Stroll Through History and Everyday Life
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Discover the charming town of Cascais on a guided tour in German! In about 2.5 hours, you'll experience the most beautiful sights, fascinating stories, and the authentic local culture of this gorgeous coastal town.
Cascais was a fishing village for centuries—until the king chose it as his summer residence in 1870, and the entire Portuguese nobility followed suit.
On this walking tour, you’ll discover the palaces right by the sea, the private beach of Portugal’s last queen, the old town with its narrow streets and azulejos, the citadel where the royal family lived, the Santa Marta Lighthouse, and the Boca do Inferno. Along the way, I’ll tell you why Portugal’s first electric light was turned on here and not in Lisbon, and why there are so many English pubs in a Portuguese town.
But Cascais isn’t just about history. You’ll also get to know the Cascais of today: the one inhabited by people from over a hundred countries—and the one where you might run into the former president every morning while he’s swimming.
Small group (max. 5 people) for a personal and authentic experience Duration: approx. 2 hours Tour in German
Meeting point
Inneren des Bahnhofs von Cascais
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- German
- Usual start times
- 10:30 (Cascais time)
- Coming up
- 15 departures in 3 months, 5 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Inneren des Bahnhofs von Cascais. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in German. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
15 departures are listed in the next three months, 5 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:30. Times are local to Cascais.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
Other free tours in Cascais
- The Original Cascais Free Tour 4.6 ★ (33) · 2h 15min
- Historical Free tour through Cascais Center 4.7 ★ (6) · 1h 45min
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