I can recommend going in Summer. Less crowded that other places and the water is beautiful! Had a…read morebeer and shrimp for a quick bite at the many little cafes set up along the beach.

I can only recommend going surfing in winter in one of those beaches! it was a great expirience…read morewith almost no people!

I saw a flyer at the Lisbon airport for Lisbon surf tours and decided to check out the 6 hour surf…read moreday tour with my bf. It was easy to contact them via their website just two nights before our desired date. 55 euros each paid for transfers from and to our hotel in Lisbon, surf lesson, surf equipment (surfboard & wetsuit), insurance, and drinks/fruits/snacks. Carlos was late to pick us up because my bf neglected to give him the address, and he went to the wrong hotel. Oops. So please make sure you provide the full address to avoid any confusion, folks! There were 6 of us in the class, and Carlos took us to the Angels surf school in Praia de Carcavelos (Carcavelos Beach) in Cascais to catch some waves. We were a bit nervous about the weather because it had just been pouring the previous day, but we lucked out with sunshine that day. Carlos was an awesome instructor and explained the basics of how to stand up on the board. We practiced our pop up technique on the beach for bit before heading to the water. It was chilly at first, but then with all the exertion and our wetsuits, I no longer felt the chill at all. Along with an assistant, the two of them went out to the water, and our only job was to reach them from the shore. Once we got there, we got on the surfboard and they turned us around and gave us a push, so all we had to do was stand up and ride the wave in! On my 2nd attempt, I caught a really nice wave and rode it almost all the way to shore. Woo-hoo!! What an awesome feeling. :) But that was pretty much my only success for the day. :/ After that, the waves kept pummeling me, and I was completely wrecked with exhaustion. We got a nice long break in the afternoon to rest on the lounge chairs and get some lunch at one of the restaurants on the beach. There was also a cooler filled with water, energy drinks, and bananas for us. We also got to enjoy some nice white wine, too! For the afternoon session, our goal was to try to surf by ourselves without any assistance. Unfortunately, I didn't do so well and finally had to give up because I was too tired from getting beat up from all the waves. I think the waves were a bit big for beginners that day, too. All-in-all, I would say that surfing is tough work, but totally fun. Lisbon Surf Tours did a great job for my first-ever surf lesson, and we had an awesome day at the beach. :)

Great surf lesson. This was my first time going out to Surf. Carlos was really great, knows a lot…read moreabout surfing. He came and picked each of us up at our hotels, there were 4 people including myself. Made sure we all got proper instructions and gear that would work for us. He stood out in the ocean and helped each one of us by pushing us into the waves to help us get going. He brought snacks and drinks for us. It was a great day. Thanks guys!

Marcos and his team were great! The surf equipment was top shelf! Highly recommend. They are right…read moreon the beach and have everything you need to get out and surf all of the waves in Lisbon!

Marcos is fantastic. He ordered us brand new boards, picked us up from the train station and then…read moretook us to our Airbnb. He waited for us to change clothes, took us to the store and then took us to the surf spot. Our board rental turned into a personal guide. He's great.

When in Baleal, you surf. The seafood is fresh and the ambience is intimate; you'd confuse it for a…read moresleepy beach if it wasn't for the bars and restaurants that are located right off the sand. The waters cold, very cold. If you need a board there's a bunch offering rentals. Plus, I'm iffy about renting wetsuits but they do have some thicker ones that insulate the heat and keep you warm in the cold waters. You can park at the lot by SurfCastle and overall it's a surf beach with that Bohemic vibe that you were looking for. It's a peninsula so there's a beach on both sides of the thin sand way that separates the two waterways. I love everything about this beach and even though I almost got pneumonia from swimming in the water, it's just cause im fiery miamian who's used to 85 degrees Fahrenheit year round. For most Europeans who frequent the area, the water is actually warm.

If you're traveling alone or with friends or with your partner doesn't matter - you will for sure…read moremeet new people here and eventually make new friends! During my stay here I had a lot of fun, food and lots of good feelings. All the rooms (double rooms or shared dorm or private room) are so cute and clean. the decoration of the whole surf house makes you stoked before even catching your first wave! Will definitely come here again! See you next time!

From the owner: Spacious, beach located house offering guests a chilled out, relaxing holiday where you can fully…read moreexperience the fun and tranquillity of the surfing lifestyle.

It was a little chilly and windy, so the beach was empty and we didn't get to swim, but we enjoyed…read morethe scenery for a little while. The waves were crashing and it was pretty soothing. We could see the outdoor pool of the Estalagem Muchaxo hotel, and there were even a couple of people fishing off of the high rocks. Our tour guide told us it's a really popular place to surf when the weather is warm, especially for kite surfers, so I can only imagine how full the beach would get, since it's actually smaller than I thought it would be. Either way, great views!

Not a great beach for surf or lounging. However, due to the wind... windsurfing is very popular…read morehere. Visited the beach and the wind almost blew me away several times. Pretty spot to take pics but hang on to your hat!

From the owner: *solfun* Surf School is the place to come for quality, safe and fun surf lessons for all ages and…read morelevels. Operates year-round in Lisbon, Sintra, Costa, Cascais and Carcavelos. Offers private and group lessons, surf guide, video analysis, accommodation, advanced training and sightseeing tours. A new concept of surf school, " We choose the beach that is right for your skill level ! " Find the right beach, on the right day for those conditions. We also have a beachfront structure in praia das maças, Sintra with cloakroom, lockers, shower, wc, bar service, restaurant and we provide transport to/from your accomodation. Experienced surf coaches will introduce you to a unforgettable and safe surfing experience.

I decided to try surfing during my stay in Portugal. I couldn't have chosen better! I was offered a…read moresurf trip with pick up. The lesson was super professional, the instructor was great! I definitely recommend guys for the surf trips!

Its a wonderful beach to visit if you are in The The area. Make sure you arrive early, parking can…read morebe a problem. Be extra careful on your way down, you Will find rocky paths and they are steap at times. But its worth it, the beach is Clean, as well as The pool like ocean. Theres also a small coffee shop located on the beach.

This is one of my favourite beaches in Portugal. Unfortunately now is getting too crowded and that…read moreis the only reason why I didn't gave it the highest score. The beach is not that long and it is located in the bottom of the Arrábida National Park. This is one of many beaches that you can find there and its sand is peral white with cristal clear water! You can even see the fishes swimming around doing their business. Boats on the Sado river are scarce since they need permits to be there which makes this beach experience even better. The waves are non-existing, which makes it really nice and calm. The only bad part of it is that the water is damn cold! The way to get there is either coming from the bigger beach named Galapos on the West side of Galapinhos or just park your car on a curve of the road that stretches from Setúbal to Vila Nogueira de Azeitão and go downhill through the natural bush of this beautiful national park. Galapinhos beach offers Sports Fishing, a Bar, a Restaurant, Body Guard and Snorkeling.