Top Tips for Exploring Cascais in 2025
Top Tips for Exploring Cascais in 2025
Cascais is gearing up for an exciting 2025, with new restaurants, vibrant events, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Here are some tips to make the most of your time in this charming coastal town:
1. Discover New Culinary Hotspots
Cascais’ dining scene is always evolving. Here are two new spots to tantalize your taste buds:
- Vivre Real Food: Opened in September 2024, this healthy eatery offers. Try the grilled halloumi cheese served with a date vinaigrette.
- Lumière: Inaugurated in May 2024, Lumière brings a high-end Portuguese dining experience with a contemporary twist. Small restaurant with a terrace, offering a complete experience w/ quality ingredients.
⚠️ Remember, calories don’t count when you’re on vacation!
2. Enjoy Unique Seasonal Events
Cascais hosts a variety of festivals and cultural events throughout the year. Mark your calendar for these highlights:
- Ageas Cooljazz Festival :🎤Returning in July 2025, this festival features renowned artists in an intimate setting. Previous editions have welcomed stars like John Legend, Chaka Khan and Diana Krall. 2025 promises to be success with stars like Seal & Benjamin Clementine
- Chefs on Fire 👨🍳 20th & 21st September 2025 🔥 an annual outdoor food festival in Cascais where top chefs
cook over open flames. Set in a stunning natural setting, it combines live music, gourmet experiences, and smoky flavors. A must-visit for foodies and fire enthusiasts alike!
3. Embrace Nature and Adventure
For outdoor enthusiasts, Cascais offers numerous activities:
- Cycling to Guincho Beach: Rent a bike (or E-Bike) 🚴 and ride along scenic paths to Guincho Beach, famous for its stunning coastline and surfing opportunities.
Book a E-Bike Tour 🚴: here - Hiking in Sintra-Cascais Natural Park: Explore new trails in the park, offering breathtaking views and a chance to connect with nature.
4. Shop Local
Casa da Guia
Support local artisans by visiting these markets:
- One Market Cascais: Opened in April 2024, this green square integrates restaurants and shops, aiming to be a new meeting point in the village.
- Casa da Guia: Casa da Guia is a fully recovered Palace, from the 19th century, that was turned into a charming and unique complex w/ 20 little shops, 6 Restaurants, 3 Cafés ☕
5. Explore Beyond the Mainstream
Bar do Guincho
Venture off the beaten path to discover:
- Areia Village: A charming village offering a glimpse into traditional Portuguese life.
2 Restaurants I love there: Marea 🐟 , 5 Sentidos 🍲 - Abano Beach/ Bar do Guincho 🏖️ A tranquil spot perfect for relaxation away from the crowds
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Hope you enjoy these Tips to Explore Cascais in 2025
