Cascais, Lisbon District, Portugal

Praia da Cresmina

Praia da Cresmina - situated in the town of Cascais in the Lisbon District of Portugal - boasts a sandy shoreline peppered with rocky outcroppings. This beach is characterized by its sheltered waters, which are protected from waves and winds by surrounding cliffs.

It is a popular destination for families seeking a safe holiday with children, thanks to its summer lifeguard supervision. Additionally, Cresmina regularly attracts surfers owing to its impressive waves.

This beautiful and idyllic beach, adjacent to the larger, more renowned Guincho beach, is seldom overcrowded, offering available lounger rentals, along with food and drink options, such as bars and a hotel with a restaurant nearby.

Discover places to stay near Praia da Cresmina and enjoy its sheltered waters and stunning rocky outcroppings.

Further, visitors arriving by car can take advantage of Cresmina's convenient on-site parking facilities.

What to do at Praia da Cresmina?

Amenities

Praia da Cresmina amenities include parking and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Praia da Cresmina include Cresmina Beach Bar, Bar e Duna da Cresmina, Bar do Guincho, Muchaxo...Restaurante Bar, Porto Santa Maria, SPOT and by Fortaleza do Guincho.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Praia da Cresmina include Muchaxo...Restaurante Bar, Mar do Guincho, Meste Zé, Panorama Guincho, Porto Santa Maria, Restaurante O'Carloto and O Faroleiro.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has good food and drink options, is easily accessible by bus, and offers a beautiful view. Visitors complain about the strong wind and cold water, but appreciate the chance to take in the scenery and rest at the beach. Some specifically recommend the beach bar for a sunset drink. Parking is also cheap at €2 for the whole day.

Where to Stay near Praia da Cresmina?

Most visitors who come to Praia da Cresmina often stay in the nearby town of Cascais, which offers a range of accommodations from luxury hotels to cozy guesthouses. The area is a popular destination not just for its beaches but also for its charming historic center and vibrant nightlife.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Praia da Cresmina?

Latitude: 38.7277332 / Longitude: -9.47486959

Praia da Cresmina is located in Cascais. The following map of Praia da Cresmina shows the exact location.

Praia da Cresmina: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
Today is not the best day for the beach at Praia da Cresmina. Expect a very wet day with rain showers. The wind will be strong, with even stronger gusts. The sky will be mostly cloudy, so UV levels will be low. The sea temperature is 14.4 °C, and the waves will be very high with a wave height of 8.2 m. The maximum air temperature will be 13.2 °C. It's definitely not a day for swimming or sunbathing.
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Air

Low / High8.1°C/13.2°C
Feels Like (High)10°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature14.4 °C
Wave Height8.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall7.9 mm
Rain Duration13 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:49/17:49
Sunshine Hours8.8 hrs
UV Index2.8
Cloud Cover85%
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Wind

Speed29.7 km/h
Gusts74.9 km/h
DirectionNW

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