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Unfortunately, we left the museum disappointed. We wanted to go inside, but we encountered an obstacle when trying to purchase tickets. They did not accept credit cards, so we could only pay with cash. The ticket for two people cost 10 euros, which I tried to pay with a 100 euro banknote. However, the cashier refused our 100 euro banknote without explanation, so we couldn't buy tickets. It's incomprehensible to us why 90 euros in change would be a problem for a museum. We did check out the garden, which was free, but unfortunately, that was also a disappointment. None of the numerous fountains and pools contained water, which significantly detracted from the overall appearance and atmosphere. Overall, our visit to the museum was an unpleasant experience. We hope others will have a more pleasant one!

Really interesting to building eith lits of lovely tiles almost round the interior walls. Fully furnished and lots of info to read. Many valuable things like silver platters and paintings. V cheap to get in too

I got lucky to visit this museum on first Sunday of a month what made my ticket cost 0€. It was spontaneous decision to stop by but I loved it. Museum is in very good condition plus the area around is really beautiful. Nice experience for single visit. Nothing special what you cannot see in other museums of Lisbon and the district but for free I was more than glad to explore it. Location is good as well - the park around is probably one of the best in Cascais

Loved it so much! Beautiful inside, so much to see, and only €5! One of my Top 5 museums in Europe so far! The gardens outside are also spectacular, the entire place is like a cut and paste from a picture perfect magazine ! Bring a snack and sit in the park for a picnic.

Very cool museum but the best part was they put on a dance performance in traditional costumes at the end in the courtyard, beautiful.

Really beautiful. Place was huge and information was visible at prominent locations.

Beautiful home-museum. It looks like small castle outside and interior is also pretty grand. You have access to the tower as well (quite easy spiral stairs). Inexpensive and lovely small museum. Worth to visit.

Stunning building by Souto de Moura. Nice use of space & they have bean bags outside where you can sit freely on the gardens. Collection was amazing but not much to see bc the place's a bit small.

A small but concentrated museum well worth while visiting a little outside of Lisbon. I was staying in Lisbon so took a train from the Cais do Sodré station to Cascais. Trains run every 20 minutes but seem to be very busy at rush hour so go at off peak times. The museum was about a twenty five minute walk from the station down through the rather lovely town. Staff were very friendly and the collection seems to be very good indeed. Recommended. FYI the museum is about a 10 minute walk from the coast. I walked back into town, ice cream in hand, from the museum to the Boca do Inferno along the coast path, passing some crazy architecture and the castle before ending up back in the town. Beautiful views and interesting all the way.

I was mildly disappointed. The exhibition space is small, and looks like it is rotational display so we miss out on the artist's most recognizable paintings. However, the true highlight is the building. The striking, terracotta-red, with its twin pyramidal towers, is a contemporary masterpiece designed by Eduardo Souto de Moura, and is the undeniable feature that makes the visit worthwhile.

Highly divertive and mind-provoking exhibition, it was a well-used hour that I spended here. Even if the work of Paula Rego have some very dark topics and charisma, it's something you don't get to see somewhere else - unique work. And the building itself is of course marvellous!

It was short but sweet. The inside of the pyramid ceilings were awesome. It was a nice visit and the facilities were great. Worth the visit if you are in Cascais.

The best art activity in Cascais. Paula Rego has exquisite works. A wonderful heritage to Cascais.

Museum is small but worth to go for architecture. It has a quite nice and peaceful cafe.

A unique place located on the coast next to the lighthouse museum, hidden from tourists and onlookers. But if you still find it, you will be rewarded with excellent music, delicious coffee, cocktails and small snacks. I highly recommend it )

WARNING! LIGHTHOUSE IS STILL CLOSED = you can't go inside tower. you can go for free to terrace and 2 small museum rooms. cute bistro with good music is fine.

A small but fascinating lighthouse museum in Cascais with stunning views over the coast. The exhibition explains the history of lighthouses and maritime navigation, and the location itself is picturesque. Great for a short cultural stop combined with a walk along the seaside. A hidden gem for history and ocean lovers.

Easy to get to. Closed so we could not go up into it. Easy pit stop so I would stop by if you are killing time.

charming coastal town in Portugal. The lighthouse was built in the late 19th century and has since become a popular attraction for visitors to the area. The lighthouse is situated on a hill overlooking the sea, providing visitors with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding coastline. The interior of the lighthouse has been beautifully restored, with exhibits detailing the history of the lighthouse and the important role it played in maritime navigation. Visitors can also climb to the top of the lighthouse for even more stunning views of the surrounding area. The climb to the top is relatively easy, with a series of steps leading up to the observation deck. Once at the top, visitors can take in panoramic views of the sea and the charming town of Cascais. In addition to the lighthouse itself, the surrounding area is also worth exploring. The nearby marina is home to several restaurants and cafes, where visitors can enjoy a meal while taking in the picturesque views of the ocean. Overall, the Santa Marta Lighthouse is a must-visit attraction for anyone traveling to Cascais. Its beautiful architecture, rich history, and stunning views make it a unique and memorable destination.

They should post lunch hours. It’s Friday September 26th , I arrived at 12:45pm and they closed the entrance telling everyone that will be opening again at 2pm

Walked here from the marina with a raging hangover. The area is beautiful and there is much to enjoy. Unable to climb the lighthouse due to turning up at the wrong time. Check opening times if you would like to climb the lighthouse.

I had a fall in the Casino's car park. It was at night and there was no lighting. There are obstacles that should have been removed. Despite writing two emails to the addresses provided, I did not receive a response from the Casino with the information about the insurance policy, so the only option left for me is legal action.

This place is fabulous. Like walking back in time. I especially liked the added security at the door, where you show your identification and receive an entrance card to use in the future Mandolin restaurant is great! And I won enough on video poker to pay for it!

The Estoril Casino is elegant and provides an entertaining experience with its variety of games and classic atmosphere. The staff is attentive, and there are nice restaurants on-site. I don’t give it more stars because it can be pricey for what it offers, and some areas feel a bit outdated. Great for a short visit, but not somewhere to spend the whole day.

We visited here to pass a few hours after our trip to Estoril. It was nice, not busy but we did go around 6pm and depending on which way you walk up you have to walk all the way around the building to find the main entrance in day time. The staff are helpful and food was reasonably priced. With some veggie snack options.

Great sound at the music venue. Size is also perfect. Not too big not too small. Drinks are at reasonable prices. Helpful and friendly staff.

Pretty bad casino compared to other major ones. One of the roulette croupiers is extremely unfriendly, I’ve never experienced anything like that in a casino before. They should consider internal training on respectful customer service. Slot machines are also very old.

When you drink something (even a water) you need to pay it while playing. Slot machines same old with me, very small. My expectation was higher, anyway it was a good night and everyone was kind and friendly. Thanks!

Even though I'm not that person who loves the sea that much (at least not that much as I love the mountains), it's been a really interesting visit here in the Museu do Mar. Appropriate for kids and adults, in the best case for the whole family.

A Hidden Gem in Cascais for a rainy day with Kids. We had no idea this museum even existed, but thankfully, another museum recommended we pop over, and we’re so glad we did! It’s a great spot for kids, with plenty to keep them engaged. The model sharks and dolphins were a big hit, and my kids especially loved the interactive room with ocean sounds and the sea table. A lovely little museum, definitely worth a visit if you’re in Cascais.

The museum is bigger than expected. Nice place to chill after hot weather.

This is a small museum located in Cascais that brings a bit of the Cascais’ maritime history with costumes, tools, nets and boats. Hours: 10am-6pm Tue-Sun, free 1st Sun of month Price: adult/child €3/free

Worth it’s cost. Personally I liked it here, besides it’s totally family friendly. The museum isn’t that big, but you can totally spend about an hour here enjoying all the mammals around. :) Appreciate information in English they have here. Of course, I’d like to see more exclusive stuff regarding the royal family, hope they will add some new items in the future.

Very interesting place about Portuguese Sea and Naval history

A small museum with some interesting exhibits. Appreciate the English descriptions too. Would be even better if some of the knowledge/exhibits, i.e. marine biology history, were made more interesting/interactive.

Beautiful Church , very well preserved and decorated with stunning Our Lady paintings (specially the one on the ceiling). In Cascais Vila opposite Marechal Carmona park and across the road from Cidadela.

Beautiful Church!!

Church ⛪ ferragudo beautiful view top city from Portimao

Lovely church, beautiful inside. Not too big with enough seating. Respecting all the norms for the 'new' normal. I recommend it. Go to Sunday mass!

Very beautiful, very calm and more on the smaller size. No side chapels as usual but has a small side space for the choir.

Beautiful church with traditional tiles and stunning statuettes of Our Lady, devoted to Our Lady of Assumption. The young parish priest has a contagious joy.

A small Catholics church, but it shows simplicity and peacefulness inside. Church has open door policy for all visitors, including non-believers.

Very nice beach. You can rent sunbeds and stay there all day. Very nice service from the nearby restaurants who shower you with drinks all day and are very friendly.

I visited Praia da Ribeira in Cascais with my mom, where we relaxed in the sun and I even joined a game of football with some local boys. Although I didn't know them, it was incredibly fun and memorable. The beach itself is beautiful, with a welcoming atmosphere, and I truly miss that place

Charming beach downtown (the whole city is lovely anyway!), quite crowded during high season but not so full during winter/spring. You’ll find many restaurants nearby. Go there for a walk at dawn, you'll like it!

Small beach, looks cute!

Nice beach

Nice beach but cold water!

Close to all restaurants and shops. Really beautiful though.

Beautiful beach for sunbathing but it is not ideal for swimming bcz the water is so cold even in the summer. Feel free here to find the place for you.

Beautiful beaches with fine golden sand and clear clean water. Being sunny Sunday afternoon the beaches were crowded but peaceful unlike some of the beaches in other location. There are a lot of shops and restaurants nearby for food and refreshments after a pleasant walk by the water.

really I enjoy in here....beautiful place ..

Beautiful beach. there is outside shower close to the main entrance. The water was so cold that we cannot swim for so long. But spending time to sunbathe was good enough.

Even in the winter this place has breath taking views. Would love to come here during the summer season.

Nice beautiful ⛅ can be seen from Beach

Lovely place: sea, sand and sun. Also excellent restaurants, what else do we need?

Nice city center with museums and cafe and hotel

Thought I was walking into a fort but instead found myself walking into a beautiful courtyard surrounded by art galleries, tavern, bookstore, sitting areas, and the most impressive sculptures both in the front and back. There's a modern 5-star hotel at one end with a very impressive lobby. Great place if you want to have some quiet time away from the crowded bustling streets of Cascais. I'm not sure if there was anything else inside the fortress but this area alone made it worthwhile.

10mins walk from the beach. Surrounding were cafes and restaurants. Beautiful setting

Beautiful citadel. They made it a place with galleries for artists. And have sculptures on the plaza. Several other stores like book shop and accessories. The place feels very relaxing.

Very well organised tour. You will get an in-depth travel through the Portuguese past, relationships with other countries that go waaaaay back, beautiful gifts from other rulers of old . Everything is kept pristine and functional and the place was even used as an official residence quite recently. Worth a visit.

Beautiful place to visit in Cascais, its located near the beach, just a few steps, walk around and feel the special atmosphere of this magical small town, there's nice restaurants all over the place, and you better taste the fresh fishes with a glass of port wine 🍷, the open blue ocean make the moment so special and unique. 😍 This area is fantastic for handling around in the evening and it is recommended.

The Citadel's origins date back to the early 16th century, when King John II ordered the construction of a defensive tower to protect the entrance to the Tagus River and the nearby coastal area from pirates and invaders. Over the centuries, the structure was expanded and fortified, particularly during the reign of King Philip I of Portugal (also known as Philip II of Spain),

It's a kind of hip and trendy bar/shopping area, built in and around an old historic house. Grab a drink while listening to the waves. A great place for kids. Bring your dog too! Try to park within the complex if possible.

Really nice place to be with family and friends. Great vibe

Beautiful place to sit or have dinner. Very good restaurants 👌

This place is incredible! The Casa da Guia is located in an amazing spot in Cascais, close to Guincho Beach (one of the best in Portugal), on the verge of a cliff beside the sea - it's breathtaking. Among all the great restaurants you will find here my favorite is the smallest one, located in the balcony right on the building's entrance. Try an ice cold beer on tap with some cod with Portuguese toasts and salad or crepes while you enjoy the best view of the sea.

A lovely house and grounds overlooking the sea with several boutique shops. We had a really great meal and there’s also a couple of things for kids to enjoy. However, we didn’t find any baby change!

Calm and seaside venue with some diversity for a late walk, café or dinner. doubles as a shopping plaza during the day. it's right next to the Guia lighthouse and well placed near guincho and with a great view towards cascais, on the shore.

Good place to enjoy the beach from the cliff and the restaurants in there are quite OK

We tried to visit three times but rather inexplicably closed with no opening schedule posted locally or via Google maps. However from the outside seemed a Hopeful and the surrounding cafes were very pleasant.

The Casa de Santa Maria is a grand 19th century stately home that has a prime coastline location in the Portuguese town of Cascais. It was constructed by an Irish millionaire who made his fortune in the tobacco industry and was once the most luxurious private residence of Cascais. Mon: Closed Tue - Sun: 10:00 am-01:00 pm, 02:00 pm-06:00 pm Price: 5,00€ (Includes visit to the Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum)

Such a lack of professionalism- we came especially to visit the house from another city and it was closed without any notice!! Lazy people 👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻

Cute house but it was closed when I was there without any notice.

Very beutiful

Close without notice

(Translated by Google) Raul Lino (1879-1974) designed the Casa de Santa Maria in 1902, one of the first projects of his long life and work. Located in the Santa Marta cove, next to the lighthouse of the same name, the Casa de Santa Maria was commissioned by Jorge O’Neill, an aristocrat and financier of Irish descent. In 2004 it was acquired by the Cascais City Council. Now a National Heritage Site, its doors are open to the public, and in 2012 it was classified as a Monument of Public Interest. It is worth visiting and seeing the house’s wonderful tile panels. It is open to visitors from Tuesday to Sunday and entry is subject to the ticket price. (Original) Raul Lino (1879-1974) desenhou a Casa de Santa Maria no ano de 1902, sendo um dos primeiros projetos da sua longa vida e obra. Enraizada na enseada de Santa Marta, junto ao Farol com o mesmo nome, a Casa de Santa Maria constituiu uma encomenda de Jorge O’Neill, um aristocrata e financeiro de ascendência irlandesa. Em 2004 foi adquirida pela Câmara Municipal de Cascais. Agora Património Nacional, as suas portas encontram-se abertas à fruição pública, tendo em 2012 sido classificada como Monumento de Interesse Público. Vele a pena visitar e ver os maravilhosos painéis de azulejos da casa. Está aberta para visitas de 3a a domingo e a entrada sujeita ao valor da bilhética.

One of mine and my family’s TOP meals in our whole week trip to Portugal. The food was insanely good!!!!!!! My hard to please dad literally could not stop mentioning how delicious everything was. The cod dish wasn’t something we originally ordered but the lovely lady (likely the owner?) kinda pushed it on us and we were sooooo happy she did. It was amazing and something we would have never thought to order for ourselves. It ended up being my dad and husband’s favorite dish. The servers were all super kinda especially considering I had a very loud and mischievous toddler at the table. He got a free little ice cream treat and it was so sweet! 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for an authentic Portuguese dining experience!

We just discovered this hidden gem of a restaurant - truly a hole-in-the-wall spot you'd never know was here without Googling it. We ordered the octopus dish, mixed salad, mango mousse with espresso, while family members tried the shrimp salad and calamari. Every single dish was spectacular. The service was outstanding, and the staff made us feel like family. We're visiting from Canada and would love to come back here again. Highly recommend!

My experience here was excellent! I had the octopus and was delicious. We also had one of the best omelette of our trip. The owner told me it was fresh from the same morning ( true or not) it was fresh, tasty and tender. The owner is very charismatic, she can take the orders and even offer you an instant Polaroid picture at the end. Definitely a great memory in Cascais.

Just a short walk away from the centre where is crowded with tourist and eateries, is this awesome gem. The 5 star reviews do not lie. The owner was very hospitable and thoughtful. More importantly, being a restaurant, their foods were awesome! It felt like your friend’s mum cooked you a hearty meal at home. It is that good! Very soulful and tasty. Their Cod Gratinad is highly recommended. So are their garlic shrimps! We literally emptied every single plate brought before us. Just one thing to note, some with cash. They do not accept card payment. If I am ever returning to Cascais, I am definitely coming back here to eat again

Yummy and fresh! Soup of the day was a delicious bean and cabbage. Sea beam and octopus were perfectly cooked! Pineapple and coconut tiramisu was interesting good and cooked by one of the women there. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a reasonably priced restaurant with generous quantities!

The best part of this restaurant was the fact that the owner herself, serves you and talks to you. :) She has created a treasure. The food is authentic and tasty. We ordered the cod casserole dish with a Greek salad. The cod was a traditional dish that we hadn’t tried and I am glad we got it here. It was tasty and truly felt like a home cooked meal. We were offered to ordered dessert and then guided to the display case to pick one out of the MANY options. They all looked so so so good. We opted for the pineapple/coconut tiramisu. The dessert was seriously so GOOD!! A Nova Estrela is a must stop! Enjoy the tasty food and welcoming vibe. You even get a picture of you and your table with your check.

Amazing lunch! We had the fish (sea bream) of the day, octopus and cod with potatoes, along with a pitcher of white wine sangria. Everything was absolutely delicious. The sea bream was so fresh and well seasoned. The octopus was the most tender we ever had. Very reasonably priced for how delicious everything was. I also highly recommend the white wine sangria. It was refreshing and not too sweet.

Cascais is a nice place to visit..there is a giant wheel and food stalls near the seaside..worth a visit!!

Wonderful redevelopment of the fort with a collection of art studios, bar and a beautiful hotel in the access to the Marina

Beautiful plaza inside historic fort with cool outdoor cafe, restaurant

Come here if you are in Cascias. It's a nice place to visit with kids as you have a gaint wheel and food stalls near the sea.

Inside the fortress you can visit the President's summer residence dated 19th century. Photos were taken there. Need to register beforehand, guided visit

An unexpected place with sculptures being desplayed around and galleries among hotels and restaurants. Worth a visit!

Wonderful beautiful place really worth a visit.

(Translated by Google) Non-existent after-work service. Some topics unfinished/resolved and total lack of response. Matter already being handled by a lawyer. Regrettable!! (Original) Serviço pós-obra inexistente . Alguns temas por terminar/resolver e total ausência de resposta. Assunto já a ser tratado por advogado. Lamentável!!

(Translated by Google) Go shopping (Original) Ás compras

I had a laundry room remodeling done by them. I was absolutely blown away the communication on their part, staying in schedule and overall customer service with my wishes and worries. Schedule and budget stayed according to the plan and would whole heartedly recommend to anyone. Will definitely trust them with future projects as well🙏🏻

(Translated by Google) Very satisfied with JDS's work. I felt very well supported. They were always available, met deadlines, and showed great attention to detail. The materials were of good quality and the finishes were well done. The entire process was smooth and without any unpleasant surprises, which is rare these days. Whenever I had questions, they clarified everything simply and honestly. I recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, hassle-free construction company. Excellent work! Thank you very much! (Original) Muito satisfeita com o trabalho da JDS. Senti-me muito bem acompanhada. Foram sempre disponíveis, cumpriram os prazos e mostraram muita atenção aos detalhes. Boa qualidade nos materiais e acabamentos bem feitos. O processo todo foi tranquilo e sem surpresas desagradáveis, o que hoje em dia é raro. Sempre que tive dúvidas, esclareceram tudo de forma simples e honesta. Recomendo a quem procura uma construtora de confiança e sem complicações. Excelente trabalho! Muito obrigada!

(Translated by Google) I had an excellent experience. From the beginning of the project, they demonstrated professionalism, commitment to deadlines, and impeccable quality in the execution of the work. The team is very attentive, always willing to answer questions and offer the best solutions. The final result exceeded my expectations. I recommend them with complete confidence! (Original) Tive uma excelente experiência Desde o início do projeto, demonstraram profissionalismo, compromisso com prazos e uma qualidade impecável na execução da obra. A equipe é muito atenciosa, sempre disposta a esclarecer dúvidas e oferecer as melhores soluções. O resultado final superou minhas expectativas. Recomendo com total confiança!

Nice city center with museums and cafe and hotel

Thought I was walking into a fort but instead found myself walking into a beautiful courtyard surrounded by art galleries, tavern, bookstore, sitting areas, and the most impressive sculptures both in the front and back. There's a modern 5-star hotel at one end with a very impressive lobby. Great place if you want to have some quiet time away from the crowded bustling streets of Cascais. I'm not sure if there was anything else inside the fortress but this area alone made it worthwhile.

10mins walk from the beach. Surrounding were cafes and restaurants. Beautiful setting

Beautiful seashore and historical wall

Beautiful citadel. They made it a place with galleries for artists. And have sculptures on the plaza. Several other stores like book shop and accessories. The place feels very relaxing.

Very well organised tour. You will get an in-depth travel through the Portuguese past, relationships with other countries that go waaaaay back, beautiful gifts from other rulers of old . Everything is kept pristine and functional and the place was even used as an official residence quite recently. Worth a visit.

Beautiful place to visit in Cascais, its located near the beach, just a few steps, walk around and feel the special atmosphere of this magical small town, there's nice restaurants all over the place, and you better taste the fresh fishes with a glass of port wine 🍷, the open blue ocean make the moment so special and unique. 😍 This area is fantastic for handling around in the evening and it is recommended.