Situated on the sun-kissed southern tip of the Iberian Penisula, Portugal has over 1,000 miles of dramatic coastline and around 100 picturesque beach towns. From quaint fishing villages to regional capitals, these beach towns are a prominent part of the Portuguese culture. Locals and visitors have a variety of choices, some with centuries-old historic landmarks and others with the most succulent seafood on the planet.
The seaside towns in the north of the country are surrounded by verdant rolling hills while the ones in the south have endless stretches of golden sand. Others are scattered around the famous capital city of Lisbon.
This guide will help you find the best beach towns to visit in Portugal from among a seemingly endless list of choices.
