Set on the Atlantic Ocean coast, Lisbon is blessed with a collection of stunning beaches, most of which are within easy traveling distance from the Portuguese capital. The Lisbon coast is served by an excellent rail service.

Is there a beach close to Lisbon?

There are four very different coastlines close to Lisbon; the Oeiras-Estoril-Cascais coastline, the Costa da Caparica, the Serra de Sintra coastline and the Serra da Arrábida. The Oeiras-Estoril-Cascais coastline extends to the west of Lisbon and offers sandy beaches, calm sea waters and characterful resort towns.

Are there any beach resorts near Lisbon?

The best place in Portugal for beach resorts I'd say is the Algarve: endless beach resorts there. Around Lisbon I would say one the best is TroiaResort, about one hour drive from Lisbon.