Praia Velha is a serene beach located thirty minutes outside of Lisbon, Portugal. It can be easily reached by taking a train from Santos. The beach is known for its beautiful views and clear water, which is typically cold, characteristic of the area.
Praia Velha is a family-friendly beach, making it a great spot to spend time with kids, especially on hot Spring evenings. The beach is also pet-friendly, allowing visitors to bring their dogs along.
Parking is available near the beach, although it tends to be fully packed most of the time.
Praia Velha amenities include parking.
Best restaurants near Praia Velha include Carula, Restaurante Bom Dia, O Pastus, Os Arcos, Quitanda Centro Naútico, Casanova, Espaço in Café and Way to India.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's family-friendly and pet-friendly nature, with its beautiful views and clear water being particularly appreciated. The beach is also praised for being easily accessible and a great spot to spend time, especially with kids. However, visitors complain about the usually fully packed parking nearby.
If you’re visiting Praia Velha, consider staying in the nearby town of Sesimbra, which offers a charming coastal atmosphere and is a short drive from the beach. Alternatively, Lisbon’s vibrant neighborhoods like Alfama and Bairro Alto provide a city experience with easy access to Praia Velha via train.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 38.6929341 / Longitude: -9.2916552
Praia Velha is located in Lisbon District. The following map of Praia Velha shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 19.2°C/28.1°C |
|---|---|
| Feels Like (High) | 30.5°C |
| Sea Temperature | 18.8 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:17/19:47 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.2 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.7 |
| Cloud Cover | 5% |
| Speed | 9.5 km/h |
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| Gusts | 23.8 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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