What to do in Sesimbra

Sitting at the foothills of Serra da Arrábida, Sesimbra is an important fishing town, that also happens to be renowned for its stunning beaches, delicious seafood restaurants and animated nightlife.

This seaside resort is a great destination for people looking to get away for a long weekend or spending their summer holidays.

Sesimbra is one of the closest and most popular scuba diving spots to Lisbon, famous for housing the wreck of the River Gurara, a Nigerian cargo ship that sunk in 1989 losing 45 members of its crew. The wreck is only one of the reasons why scuba divers flock to Sesimbra from around the globe. Its spectacular marine life and welcoming warm waters are 2 other reasons.

Paragliders can get a bird’s eye view of the stunning sandy bay and steep cliffs, distinct to this area. See the beach town from above and put a different spin on your sightseeing tour.

Ramblers, hikers and mountain bikers can get the most out of Sesimbra’s natural beauty by visiting the popular Arrábida National Park.