Sesimbra Walking Tour: Discover a Hidden Gem Near Lisbon
Overview
Discover Sesimbra through the eyes of a local guide on this authentic walking tour. Explore the town’s history, culture, and daily life as you walk through its charming streets.
Learn about Sesimbra’s origins, from its conquest from the Moors in 1165 to the granting of its charter in 1201, and how fishing traditions still shape the town today.
Walk along 25 de Abril Avenue and view old photographs of the waterfront, imagining a time when fishing boats filled the beach.
Stop at a traditional pastry shop to taste Farinha Torrada, a local sweet, and continue through the main squares to experience local life.
Hear about the historic fish auction that once took place on the sand and admire monuments from the 15th and 16th centuries.
Finish with a tasting of regional wine and cheese in a historic setting.
What's Included
- Regional pastry tasting
- Wine and cheese tasting
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Location
R. da Fortaleza 43
2970-760 Sesimbra, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Largo José António Pereira 8
2970-738 Sesimbra, Portugal
Sesimbrense Club Building
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable shoes are advised. During summer and warmer days, all visitors are advised to bring a sun hat and sunscreen.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Regional pastry tasting.
- Wine and cheese tasting.
- Local guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sesimbra Walking Tour: Discover a Hidden Gem Near Lisbon is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sesimbra Walking Tour: Discover a Hidden Gem Near Lisbon will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Regional pastry tasting
- Wine and cheese tasting
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable shoes are advised. During summer and warmer days, all visitors are advised to bring a sun hat and sunscreen.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
