{"id":1037,"date":"2019-01-02T13:07:34","date_gmt":"2019-01-02T13:07:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/?p=1037"},"modified":"2020-02-05T11:20:28","modified_gmt":"2020-02-05T11:20:28","slug":"best-beaches-in-portugal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/best-beaches-in-portugal\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover The 7 Best Beaches in Portugal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You know you want to go to Portugal and spend your time soaking up the sun on a picturesque beach.<\/p>\n<p>The majority of the shoreline in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/portugal\">this beautiful country<\/a> is sandy and lapped by azure waters. This, coupled with the glorious climate, makes it the ideal destination to relax.<\/p>\n<p>But, with more than 600 miles of coastline to choose from, you may need a little help deciding which part to visit during your holiday.<\/p>\n<p>To give you some inspiration here are the very best beaches in Portugal.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Praia do Guincho Beach<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1073 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Aerial-view-of-Praia-Grande-do-Guincho-in-Portugal-1.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of Praia Grande do Guincho Beach in Portugal with shimmering waters and a golden body of sand\" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Aerial-view-of-Praia-Grande-do-Guincho-in-Portugal-1.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Aerial-view-of-Praia-Grande-do-Guincho-in-Portugal-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Aerial-view-of-Praia-Grande-do-Guincho-in-Portugal-1-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Where is it?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>In the west of Serra da Sintra National Park on the Estoril coast \u2013 about 3 miles from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/portugal\/lisbon\">Cascais in Lisbon.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why go?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>If you\u2019ve watched the 1969 James Bond film \u2018On Her Majesty\u2019s Secret Service,\u2019 you\u2019ll have seen this beach before as it features in the opening sequence. A visit to this part of the coastline will enable you to walk in the sandy footsteps of George Lazenby.<\/p>\n<p>The Sintra Hills provide a stunning backdrop to the wild Atlantic Ocean. This dramatic scenery is protected from overdevelopment, ensuring it retains its natural beauty.<\/p>\n<p>This beach is ideal for surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing and bodyboarding due to the huge waves and steady breeze. So much so that they are used for the Portuguese National Surfing and Bodyboarding Championships.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure you stay here to see the sunset &#8211; it\u2019s truly magical.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/portugal\/lisbon\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4058\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lisbon-Holiday-Deals.jpg\" alt=\"Lisbon holiday deals\" width=\"580\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lisbon-Holiday-Deals.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lisbon-Holiday-Deals-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lisbon-Holiday-Deals-310x112.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lisbon-Holiday-Deals-370x134.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>Facilities:<\/strong><\/em> Lifeguards, surf hire shops, showers, beach bars and restaurants<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Need to know:<\/strong> <\/em>Whether you\u2019re a pro or a novice, you can rent everything you need for kitesurfing, bodyboarding and surfing, when you arrive at this beach. But, the water is very cold, so don\u2019t forget a wetsuit.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Top Tip:<\/strong> <\/em>This isn\u2019t the best beach for sunbathing due to the wind and the lack of protection from it. Likewise, the strong currents and waves mean this shore is unsuitable for little ones. However, it&#8217;s the best spot for surfers and we recommend you see it with your own eyes.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>2. Praia de Odeceixe Mar<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1071 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Far-stretching-views-of-the-beautiful-Praia-de-Odeceixe-Mar-Beach-in-Portugal.jpg\" alt=\"The beautiful Praia de Odeceixe Mar Beach in Portugal with an absence of tourists\" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Far-stretching-views-of-the-beautiful-Praia-de-Odeceixe-Mar-Beach-in-Portugal.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Far-stretching-views-of-the-beautiful-Praia-de-Odeceixe-Mar-Beach-in-Portugal-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Far-stretching-views-of-the-beautiful-Praia-de-Odeceixe-Mar-Beach-in-Portugal-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Where is it?<\/strong> <\/em>This beach is situated on the border between the Algarve and Alentejo regions of Portugal in Aljezur.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why go?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Walk down to the beach and you\u2019ll pass through lush greenery and the River Seixe.<\/p>\n<p>This large sandy Blue Flag beach forms part of Vicentine Coast Natural Park and offers ideal conditions for surfing, particularly around the mouth of the river.<\/p>\n<p>At the north end of the beach, towering cliffs shelter the coastline from the elements. There is a cove at the south side, which is a nudist beach. If you&#8217;re travelling with youngsters, you may want to stay towards the northern end.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/portugal\/algarve\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4076\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Algarve-Holiday-Deals-1.jpg\" alt=\"Algarve holiday deals\" width=\"580\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Algarve-Holiday-Deals-1.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Algarve-Holiday-Deals-1-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Algarve-Holiday-Deals-1-310x112.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Algarve-Holiday-Deals-1-370x134.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>Facilities:<\/strong><\/em> There is a wide range of facilities including shops, cafes and parking.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Need to know:<\/strong><\/em> If you\u2019re travelling the 3 miles to the beach from Odeceixe village, there is a road train you can take.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>3. Praia de Santa Barbara<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1074 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-volcanic-sands-of-Praia-de-Santa-Barbara-Beach-in-Portugal.jpg\" alt=\"The volcanic, black sands of Praia de Santa Barbara Beach in the Azores region of Portugal\" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-volcanic-sands-of-Praia-de-Santa-Barbara-Beach-in-Portugal.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-volcanic-sands-of-Praia-de-Santa-Barbara-Beach-in-Portugal-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-volcanic-sands-of-Praia-de-Santa-Barbara-Beach-in-Portugal-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Where is it?<\/strong><\/em> Ribeira Grande on the northern coast of S\u00e3o Miguel, in the Azores.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why go?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>The Azores, or The A\u00e7ores Islands, are an autonomous region of Portugal, described as Europe\u2019s best-kept secret and often compared to Hawaii due to the black sand.<\/p>\n<p>S\u00e3o Miguel is the biggest island in the volcanic archipelago and the waves on Santa B\u00e1rbara Beach are the best for surfing. They lap against the black volcanic sand on the longest part of the coastline, not only on this island but in the Azores.<\/p>\n<p>This Blue Flag beach boasts warm water that reaches temperatures of 23\u00b0C in the summer.<\/p>\n<p>This is one of the country&#8217;s most unique beaches and a magical setting so don\u2019t forget your camera \u2013 it\u2019s definitely worthy of featuring on your Instagram feed.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Facilities<\/strong>:<\/em> Cafe, showers and a car park.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Top tip:<\/strong><\/em> While on this island it\u2019s worth visiting the natural pools \u2013 not a beach as such, you\u2019ll actually have to walk over volcanic rocks to reach them but it&#8217;s a delightful place to swim.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Where to stay:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/muthu-clube-praia-da-oura\/19384\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muthu Clube Praia da Oura:<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This stylish property not only has 4 stars to its name, but it has also undergone a recent makeover. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While, its beachfront location promises sea views, the duo of pools and four hot tubs are the main highlight for water lovers. There\u2019s one restaurant onsite where you can grab buffet food from morning until night.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/tivoli-marina-vilamoura\/2157\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tivoli Marina Vilamoura:<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dripping in luxury with a 5 star rating, Tivoli Marina Vilamoura takes up a prime position between the marina and beach. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Found in one the Algarve\u2019s most sought-after resort\u2019s, the swanky Vilamoura golfing fans will in their element with world-famous courses on your doorstep. When you\u2019re not laid horizontal by the pool, there\u2019s three restaurants onsite to take care of your hunger pains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/czar-lisbon-hotel\/248276\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Czar Lisbon Hotel:<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Within walking distance from Lisbon centre, this hotel pulls out all the stops to impress you. The modern decor makes for a stylish stay as do the free in-room toiletries. There\u2019s also a snack bar selling delicious nibbles and fruity cocktails when you don\u2019t fancy hitting the centre.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>4. Praia do Carreiro do Mosteiro<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1076 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-beautiful-Praia-do-Carreiro-do-Mosteiro-Beach-in-Portugal-with-a-fort-surrounded-by-azure-waters.jpg\" alt=\"The azure waters and fort of Praia do Carreiro do Mosteiro Beach in Portugal surrounded by boats and rocks \" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-beautiful-Praia-do-Carreiro-do-Mosteiro-Beach-in-Portugal-with-a-fort-surrounded-by-azure-waters.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-beautiful-Praia-do-Carreiro-do-Mosteiro-Beach-in-Portugal-with-a-fort-surrounded-by-azure-waters-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-beautiful-Praia-do-Carreiro-do-Mosteiro-Beach-in-Portugal-with-a-fort-surrounded-by-azure-waters-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Where is it?<\/strong><\/em> On the Berlengas Islands, off the Peniche coast, north of Lisbon<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why go?<\/strong> <\/em>This beach is the only one that you can safely access and swim off on the island. Despite its small size, it\u2019s often described as one of the most beautiful in central Portugal.<\/p>\n<p>This part of the coastline, which is surrounded by towering cliffs, gets its name from a 16th-century monastery that used to sit above the harbour and has since been converted into a restaurant.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll find hiking trails in the hills where you can enjoy the dramatic scenery and look down on the S\u00e3o Jo\u00e3o Baptista fort which dates back to the 17th century.<\/p>\n<p>The water here is incredibly cold but perfect for snorkelling with plenty of brightly coloured fish seen darting around \u2013 you may want to bring a wetsuit as well as your snorkel mask.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Facilities:<\/strong><\/em> There are few facilities here but you\u2019ll find a cafe and restaurant.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Need to know:<\/strong> <\/em>You\u2019ll need to take a ferry to reach this archipelago \u2013 it\u2019s only around 9 miles off the Peniche coast. The journey will take about 45 minutes and starts at Peniche harbour.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>5.\u00a0 Praia de Miramar<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1078 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-striking-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal-at-sunset.jpg\" alt=\"The striking Praia de Miramar in Portugal at sunset with rippled sands and a traditional chapel in the distance\" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-striking-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal-at-sunset.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-striking-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal-at-sunset-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/The-striking-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal-at-sunset-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Where is it?<\/strong><\/em> Just 6 miles south of Porto<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why go?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>This pretty beach is known for the 17th-century chapel that rests on the rocky headland just off the beach. Capeal do Senhor da Pedra, which translates as Lord of the Rock, is also known as &#8216;The Chapel of the Sea&#8217;. It dates back to 1686 and huge waves can often be seen crashing against it making it an incredibly spectacular sight.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s believed that a saint performed a miracle here during a full moon and pagan worship still takes place on the sand. Make sure you go inside to admire the beautiful interior too.<\/p>\n<p>In the summer the water is calm making it the perfect spot for swimming but come winter, the ever-rising waves attract surfers instead.<\/p>\n<p>This golden sandy stretch sits off the tourist trail, so you&#8217;ll likely find a spot to relax away from the crowds.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/portugal\/porto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4078\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Porto-Holiday-Deals.jpg\" alt=\"Porto holiday deals\" width=\"580\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Porto-Holiday-Deals.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Porto-Holiday-Deals-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Porto-Holiday-Deals-310x112.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Porto-Holiday-Deals-370x134.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Facilities: <\/strong>There are several cafes on this beach.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Need to know:<\/strong><\/em> If you\u2019re here in June, there is a festival dedicated to the chapel. This is a three-day party on the beach.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>6. Praia da Fal\u00e9sia<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1079 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-high-up-view-of-the-picturesque-Praia-da-Fal\u00e9sia-Beachj-in-Portugal.jpg\" alt=\"A high up view of the picturesque coastline of Praia da Fal\u00e9sia Beach in Portugal with red cliffs in the background and rippling blue waters\" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-high-up-view-of-the-picturesque-Praia-da-Fal\u00e9sia-Beachj-in-Portugal.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-high-up-view-of-the-picturesque-Praia-da-Fal\u00e9sia-Beachj-in-Portugal-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-high-up-view-of-the-picturesque-Praia-da-Fal\u00e9sia-Beachj-in-Portugal-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Where is it?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>From Vilamoura to Olhos du Agua near Albufeira in the Algarve<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why go?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>The Algarve is home to the most beautiful beaches not only in Portugal, but in the whole of Europe. In 2018 this stretch of sand was listed in the Top 25 Beaches in the World by TripAdvisor\u2019s Traveller\u2019s Choice Awards.<\/p>\n<p>This is one of 90 Blue Flag beaches in the Algarve, with 25 in Albufeira\u00a0alone. It\u2019s regularly named one of the best beaches in the country and you\u2019ll quickly see why.<\/p>\n<p>Colourful rocks and lush green pines provide the backdrop to this shoreline which is split in two. Towering red cliffs shelter the west side of the beach, which is known as A\u00e7oteias. The cliffs are such a prominent feature that it gives this stretch of shoreline its name, which translates as \u201cBeach of Cliffs\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>They start to get lower as you walk down towards the east where you\u2019ll find shallow water and the opportunity to try watersports such as paragliding.<\/p>\n<p>The red cliffs and golden sand are particularly beautiful during sunrise and sunset.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Facilities: <\/strong>Restaurant, bar, toilets, shower, sunloungers, parking, lifeguards and watersports.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Top tip:<\/strong><\/em> This part of the coastline stretches for just over\u00a03\u00a0miles, making it ideal for walking along the water\u2019s edge. But, if you head up to the top of the cliffs you\u2019ll find a hiking trail. Wandering along here, you can enjoy spectacular views across the beach.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>7. Praia da Marinha<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1087 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-view-of-the-striking-cliffs-of-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal.jpg\" alt=\"A view of the striking cliffs at Praia da Marinha Beach in Portugal surrounded by golden sand and azure waters\" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-view-of-the-striking-cliffs-of-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-view-of-the-striking-cliffs-of-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/A-view-of-the-striking-cliffs-of-Praia-da-Marinha-Beach-in-Portugal-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Where is it?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Between Arma\u00e7\u00e3o de P\u00eara and Carvoeiro in Lagoa, along the Algarve<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why go?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>There are more than 150 beaches <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/portugal\/algarve\">in the Algarve<\/a> alone, and this is arguably the most famous. This picture-perfect part of the coastline is so spectacular that it\u2019s often used in brochures and on postcards.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re impressed with the photos, just wait until you see it with your own eyes \u2013 images don\u2019t do this place justice.<\/p>\n<p>This beach has also been listed among the most beautiful in both Europe and the world \u2013 so you know it\u2019s going to be special.<\/p>\n<p>One of the many reasons this part of the coastline stands out from the rest is the unique rock formations \u2013 the most famous one is shaped like an M. During low tide you\u2019ll be able to walk right out to see it.<\/p>\n<p>Take a moment to enjoy the view when you arrive at the top of the cliffs, before walking down the stairs to the soft sand and calm sea.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget your snorkel \u2013 there are brightly coloured fish to be seen darting beneath the surface of the clear water.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Facilities:<\/em> <\/strong>A restaurant and car park.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Need to know:<\/strong> This beach can only be reached by car. There is also a bus that travels here from Lagoa but only twice a day, on weekdays.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>If you\u2019re intrigued by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/best-algarve-beaches\/\">Algarve beaches<\/a> and know you\u2019re going to be staying on the golden south coast to play a round of golf on the award-winning courses, then make sure you check out the complete list of ten before you travel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You know you want to go to Portugal and spend your time soaking up the sun on a picturesque beach.&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":1091,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Discover The 7 Best Beaches in Portugal | Broadway Travel<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you&#039;re a beach lover who plans to tick of the world&#039;s best sand spots, set your sights on Europe and visit the 7 best beaches in Portugal.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/best-beaches-in-portugal\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Discover The 7 Best Beaches in Portugal | Broadway Travel\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"If you&#039;re a beach lover who plans to tick of the world&#039;s best sand spots, set your sights on Europe and visit the 7 best beaches in Portugal.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/best-beaches-in-portugal\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Broadway Travel Blog - 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