Maritime Fortifications in Cascais

Visit and learn about the Maritime Fortifications of Cascais, from Forte do Guincho to Citadel, with dedicated visit to Forte de São Jorge, Santa Marta Museum and Citadel. The defense line against foreign invasions and pirates was consolidated in the XVII century, after recovery of independence of Philippines' rules.

There will be dedicated visit to:
• Forte São Jorge dos Oitavos, open to public as historical museum explaining the defense line.
• Forte and Farol de Santa Marta, open to public as historical museum explaining the lighthouse.
• Cidadela de Cascais
Stop will be done for short lunch or coffee (not included in price) in Casa da Guia, over the Atlantic ocean.
During the experience, historical and defense strategy information will be provided.
The tour will take around 5 hours and it includes the necessaries stops.
Monument fees are included.
The pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Cascais, Sintra Lisbon or Oeiras.

📍Itinerary:
This is a typical itinerary for this product
• Stop At: Fort of Guincho
Stop for visiting the fortress exterior

Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Guincho Beach, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Along Guincho coast there is the defensive line back from XVII century
• Stop At: Fort of São Jorge at Oitavos
Stop for visiting the fortress and the museum

Duration: 45 minutes
•Stop At: Casa da Guia, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal

Stop for lunch

Duration: 1 hour
• Stop At: Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Stop for visiting the Lighthouse and Museum

Duration: 45 minutes
• Stop At: Palacio Cidadela Cascais, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Stop for visiting the Citadel

Duration: 30 minutes
✔What's included:
- Driver/guide
- Local guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Cascais, Sintra, Lisbon or Oeiras
- Entry/Admission - Fort of São Jorge at Oitavos,Entry/Admission - Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum

❌ Exclusions:
- Lunch or coffee
- Entry/Admission - Casa da Guia

⚠ Please note:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.