josumi
Things to do in the area
Beaches - nature reserve Arribida
Arribida is a beautiful nature reserve. It has one of the most stunning coastal roads anywhere with amazing views. In Arribida you will find several beaches. The beach of Galapagos is one of our favourites, where you can also enjoy lunch. We would avoid going in the weekend as a lot of people from Lisbon go there as well.
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Beach - Lagoa da Albufeira
10 minutes drive from Josumi you will find a wonderful lagoon with little islands that appear depending of the tide. Childeren love it, as its shallow. The water is much warmer than the Atlantic and behind the dune there is less wind. You also have easy access to the sea from the lagoon same time.
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Praia Sesimbra
In the village of Sesimbra you have a long stretch of beach. Some areas with beds and parasols. Also a few bars at both ends of the beach. Due to its protected bay there is hardly any swell and it is most of the time very safe for childern.
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Beach Priaia Foz - Azoia
This hidden beach is not well known with tourists. You can park easily next to the beach. Beautiful, rugged and wild. Can have some serious swells and waves however so swim at your own risk.
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Praia do Meco
Popular and stunning beach on the west side of the Atlantic coast with often big swells and impressive waves, depending on the wind direction. Not always suitable for childern. Beautiful long wide beach and very suitable for a walk along the beach. It has a fancy bar/restaurant calles Bar do Peixe (nice but relatively expensive). Amazing to watch the sun set here.
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Praia do Carvalho
Almost feels like you are in the Caribbean. Absolutely stunning. Although it is difficult to reach by foot, it became very popular due to influencers/social media. It takes 20 min hiking down a steep hill over narrow paths and rocks to reach it. Go out of peak season.
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Lissabon
Nice area to start your visit is Principe Real. From there walk down to the Tejo river.
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Setubal
Park at Avenida Luisa Todi and walk into town and stroll around.
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Restaurant O’Zagaia - Sesimbra
Best restaurant in town. Great food Portugese but with a modern twist. Very nice people.
Restaurant Casa Mateus - Sesimbra
Owned by the same family. More traditional Portuguese than O Batel en O’ Zagaia. Charming staff and good quality food.
Restaurant O’Batel - Sesimbra
Nice restaurant on the boulevard of Sesimbra. Some dishes are similar to O’ Zagaia.
Angel Sushi Cotovia /Sushi Mood Sesimbra
Close to Josumi there is centre with some shops and restaurants. Here you also find a simple but good sushi place calles Angel - with an all you can eat menu. In Sesimbra you also have a nice sushi restaurant called Sushi Mood.
Restaurant Portofino - Sesimbra beach
Beautiful location and restaurant on the beach. Food is good, price relatively high, staff are slow and inexperiened. Worth a visit because of the location.
Restaurant Lobo Do Mar - port
Very popular, traditional fish restaurant. You choose your own fish when you enter and they grill it. Located near the port.
Padel - Alfarim
Nice courts and friendly staff, close to Lagoa da Albufeira.Route
Free port Fashion outlet - Alcochete
This is a well know outlet shopping centre with premium high street and luxury brand boutiques, shoe stores, homewares and gift shops. 35 min drive from Josumi.
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Hiking ‘Alltrails’
Near Josumi you will find several beautiful hiking trails. Please use the great App called All Trails for more information and locations.
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Mountain biking
In Arribida you will also find amazing moutain bike trails. Also use the Alltrails app.
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Cabo Espichel - Azoia
Monastry with church on a beautiful spot overlooking the Atlantic. 20 minutes drive from Josumi, worth a visit. There is a small café for refreshments. Lots of parking.
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Castle - Sesimbra
Stunning views over the bay and sea from this very ancient castle. 10 minutes drive from Josumi and near the center of Sesimbra. Good parking.
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Marina & Peer - Sesimbra
If you like boats and love a nice walk along the marina , go and visit the peer in Sesimbra. Nice views of Sesimbra and the sea.
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Azeitao
This pictoreque village is reknowned for its wineries, cheese and pastries. You can organise wine tastings at one of the wineries in and around the village; José Maria Fonseca or Bacalhoa.