Ti And Rich’s Setubal guidebook
Sightseeing
A family friendly day trip or overnight trip to a pristine beach. Jellyfish, small fish, and possible dolphin sightings in the ferry ride. Restaurants and cafes located at the pier.
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Tróia Peninsula
A family friendly day trip or overnight trip to a pristine beach. Jellyfish, small fish, and possible dolphin sightings in the ferry ride. Restaurants and cafes located at the pier.
Generations of wine available for wine tasting and winery tours. Located 10min away by car in Azeitao, wine country.
89 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Jose Maria de Fonseca
12a R. José Augusto CoelhoGenerations of wine available for wine tasting and winery tours. Located 10min away by car in Azeitao, wine country.
Popular tourist info. Cafe and gift shop is must-go. Great outdoor patio. Next door is the dolphin/porpoise museum. Tourist center can order you a cab ride to most local places.
55 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casa da Baia de Setubal
468 Av. Luísa TodiPopular tourist info. Cafe and gift shop is must-go. Great outdoor patio. Next door is the dolphin/porpoise museum. Tourist center can order you a cab ride to most local places.
A beautiful, historic central area with cafes, shops, and unique, colorful cobblestone streets.
Praça de Portugal
Praça de PortugalA beautiful, historic central area with cafes, shops, and unique, colorful cobblestone streets.
Features the history of the sardine canning industry in Setubal. A great stroll down the narrow walkways from Praca. Opens up to a hillside view of the many harbors of Setubal.
Museu do Trabalho Michel Giacometti
Largo Defensores da RepúblicaFeatures the history of the sardine canning industry in Setubal. A great stroll down the narrow walkways from Praca. Opens up to a hillside view of the many harbors of Setubal.
Family friendly stroll through one of the largest markets in Portugal with fresh fruits/vegetables/catch of the day seafood. Grab breakfast in one of the local cafes or try a local pastry. Can stand and sip local coffee and have a bifana sandwich!
92 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mercado do Livramento
163 Av. Luísa TodiFamily friendly stroll through one of the largest markets in Portugal with fresh fruits/vegetables/catch of the day seafood. Grab breakfast in one of the local cafes or try a local pastry. Can stand and sip local coffee and have a bifana sandwich!
A family friendly must-see site! Climb through castle hallways with special rooms and nooks. Some of the upper deck areas can be unsafe so hold on to your little ones! Views of the ocean are breathtaking. Don’t forget to relax at the cafe up top the castle.
62 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fortress São Filipe
Estrada do Castelo de São FilipeA family friendly must-see site! Climb through castle hallways with special rooms and nooks. Some of the upper deck areas can be unsafe so hold on to your little ones! Views of the ocean are breathtaking. Don’t forget to relax at the cafe up top the castle.
Rua Praia da Saúde
Rua Praia da SaúdeEasy walk to the nearest family friendly beach.
One of the largest monolith sites in the Iberian Peninsula. Dating earlier than Stonehenge back to 4000-6000BC. An hour drive away, a difficult 20min drive on a dirt road, and a poorly developed, challenging foot trail (5K) will get you there.
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Almendres Cromlech
One of the largest monolith sites in the Iberian Peninsula. Dating earlier than Stonehenge back to 4000-6000BC. An hour drive away, a difficult 20min drive on a dirt road, and a poorly developed, challenging foot trail (5K) will get you there.
Arrabida National Park contains walking trails, cycling routes, and breathtaking views of beaches.
311 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Natural da Arrábida
Arrabida National Park contains walking trails, cycling routes, and breathtaking views of beaches.
A nearby castle dating back to 310BC with views of Lisbon (on a clear day). Self-guided tour with no entry fee. Cafe located inside the castle grounds.
79 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Castelo de Palmela
Avenida dos Cavaleiros de Santiago e EspadaA nearby castle dating back to 310BC with views of Lisbon (on a clear day). Self-guided tour with no entry fee. Cafe located inside the castle grounds.
Gorgeous green landscaping will greet you before you enter the newly renovated monastery. This historical landmark contains art and archaeology from the 15th century, including a mummy.
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Church of the former Monastery of Jesus
2 R. Acácio BarradasGorgeous green landscaping will greet you before you enter the newly renovated monastery. This historical landmark contains art and archaeology from the 15th century, including a mummy.
Book ahead or call for a great tour of the river to spot the special pod of dolphins in the Sado River Estuary. Joaquin was our skilled captain (speaks French, English and Portuguese) and his wife was his navigator.
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SadoArrábida
Book ahead or call for a great tour of the river to spot the special pod of dolphins in the Sado River Estuary. Joaquin was our skilled captain (speaks French, English and Portuguese) and his wife was his navigator.
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City/town information
20-30min drive away for an evening meal or an adventure day. Sesimbre is a must-see old town overlooking looking a beautiful coast. Wander around the winding cobble stone walkways lined with historic buildings. Local seafood restaurants are amazing, you can’t go wrong!
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Sesimbra
20-30min drive away for an evening meal or an adventure day. Sesimbre is a must-see old town overlooking looking a beautiful coast. Wander around the winding cobble stone walkways lined with historic buildings. Local seafood restaurants are amazing, you can’t go wrong!
A cute walkable town with 3 major wineries spanning over 9 generations of world class wine. Easy to stop by a cafe a find traditional bread, cheese and jam. Family friendly strolls through parks and vineyards. A wonderful look into some of the oldest wine brands in the world.
61 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Azeitão
A cute walkable town with 3 major wineries spanning over 9 generations of world class wine. Easy to stop by a cafe a find traditional bread, cheese and jam. Family friendly strolls through parks and vineyards. A wonderful look into some of the oldest wine brands in the world.
Food scene
Sem Horas
56 Largo da MisericórdiaDelicious food. Can’t miss (or smell) this great place. Central location and cool vibe.
Located along the fisherman’s marina with the freshest catch of the day. Lots of options to choose on the menu, including the famous choco frito. Indoor and outdoor seating.
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O Miguel
16 Av. José MourinhoLocated along the fisherman’s marina with the freshest catch of the day. Lots of options to choose on the menu, including the famous choco frito. Indoor and outdoor seating.
Located 5 minutes away, our go-to for high end sushi. An intimate space with beautiful decor and well-presented dishes (delicious garnishes). We receive amazing individualized service with delicious japanese-inspired food.
Omotenashi Sushi Bar
49 e 50 Praça Machado dos SantosLocated 5 minutes away, our go-to for high end sushi. An intimate space with beautiful decor and well-presented dishes (delicious garnishes). We receive amazing individualized service with delicious japanese-inspired food.
Asian and Portuguese food. Michelin's Chef Renato location in Setubal. Walkable from apartment. Kids loved the sushi and unique appetizers.
Carvão Ryõri
2A Praça Marquês de PombalAsian and Portuguese food. Michelin's Chef Renato location in Setubal. Walkable from apartment. Kids loved the sushi and unique appetizers.
A short car ride from Setubal, 7-8km for a three generations of Portuguese recipes. Go for fresh seafood, or ameijoas (clams), pimentos recheados com sapateira (peppers stuffed with crab), and bochechas porco preto (black pig cheeks).
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pérola da Mourisca
9 R. da Baía do SadoA short car ride from Setubal, 7-8km for a three generations of Portuguese recipes. Go for fresh seafood, or ameijoas (clams), pimentos recheados com sapateira (peppers stuffed with crab), and bochechas porco preto (black pig cheeks).
A popular place for steaks. Walking distance about 10 minutes with views of the renovated Igreja do Convento de Jesus.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Carnes do Convento
n1 R. Acácio BarradasA popular place for steaks. Walking distance about 10 minutes with views of the renovated Igreja do Convento de Jesus.
One of the popular seafood restaurants along the harbor. Ask for the "raia frita", which is a large plate for 2 persons.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casa do Mar
74 Av. José MourinhoOne of the popular seafood restaurants along the harbor. Ask for the "raia frita", which is a large plate for 2 persons.
A long 25 minute walk up the river through the Parque Urbano Albarquel, up the stairs, sits a great restaurant with views of the city.
A Vela Branca
A long 25 minute walk up the river through the Parque Urbano Albarquel, up the stairs, sits a great restaurant with views of the city.
Walkable from apartment, seaside with harborview. Excellent seafood choices with fresh razorback clams, crab pasta (soup), shrimp curry, and don’t forget to end with chocolate mousse. You will return here.
Baia do Sado
46 Avenida José MourinhoWalkable from apartment, seaside with harborview. Excellent seafood choices with fresh razorback clams, crab pasta (soup), shrimp curry, and don’t forget to end with chocolate mousse. You will return here.
5 min walk nearby in the fisherman’s village sits a Michelin rated restaurant with amazing ambiance and creatively presented dishes. A great date night!
Restaurante Xtoria
5 min walk nearby in the fisherman’s village sits a Michelin rated restaurant with amazing ambiance and creatively presented dishes. A great date night!
Barista Gastrobar Café 🇻🇪
Comfort food to be found!
Bloomy Market
163 Av. Luísa TodiA lovely brunch place, walkable, near the Mercado. Always smells delicious!
A popular, high quality seafood restaurant located at the far end of the fisherman’s walk in front of the sandy beach.
Martróia
116 Av. José MourinhoA popular, high quality seafood restaurant located at the far end of the fisherman’s walk in front of the sandy beach.
A Ratoeira - Júlio Maria Barbosa Cruz
1 R. São FilipeKamagami Ramen
The best ramen in town! Consider a reservation for evenings. Also with vegan options.
THE MOROCCAN TASTE
For great bread and authentic tagline! Abundant with flavor.
A quaint Nepalese, Bhutanese restaurant with a unique menu and very affordable prices. A stuffed puffed rice dish is a favorite.
Restaurante Sarina
A quaint Nepalese, Bhutanese restaurant with a unique menu and very affordable prices. A stuffed puffed rice dish is a favorite.
A new, beautiful restaurant in Setubal with food presentation at its highest degree. We are excited to see this restaurant succeed!
Casa Dan
A new, beautiful restaurant in Setubal with food presentation at its highest degree. We are excited to see this restaurant succeed!
A great place for pizza with an authentic Italian pizza oven and amazing toppings. Friendly staff, nice decor. Walkable.
Pizzeria Madia
A great place for pizza with an authentic Italian pizza oven and amazing toppings. Friendly staff, nice decor. Walkable.
Explore Palmela and try the cheese and charcuterie plate that is packed! Accessible by car or bike.
Moments Lounge
Explore Palmela and try the cheese and charcuterie plate that is packed! Accessible by car or bike.