Sesimbra travel guide

Sesimbra Tourism | Sesimbra Guide

You're Going to Love Sesimbra

With a population of 41.134, Sesimbra is a must-see destination in Setubal, Portugal. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sesimbra has to offer.

When to visit Sesimbra

Sesimbra in February
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sesimbra in February
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sesimbra

Plane

Although Sesimbra doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), which is located 37 km from Sesimbra. Lisbon Portela Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Azul and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Sesimbra from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Sesimbra.

Car

Another option to get to Sesimbra is to pick up a car hire from Faro, which is about 189 km from Sesimbra. You’ll find branches of Klass Wagen and DRIVEONHOLIDAYS , among others, in Faro.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sesimbra, including FlixBus, Bus and Gipsyy. From Faro, the bus ride to Sesimbra takes 306 km and will cost you around £4. From Porto, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 312 km.

Plane

Although Sesimbra doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), which is located 37 km from Sesimbra. Lisbon Portela Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Azul and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Sesimbra from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Sesimbra.

Car

Another option to get to Sesimbra is to pick up a car hire from Faro, which is about 189 km from Sesimbra. You’ll find branches of Klass Wagen and DRIVEONHOLIDAYS , among others, in Faro.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sesimbra, including FlixBus, Bus and Gipsyy. From Faro, the bus ride to Sesimbra takes 306 km and will cost you around £4. From Porto, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 312 km.

Airports near Sesimbra

Airlines serving Sesimbra

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,710 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sesimbra

Most booked hotels in Sesimbra

Sesimbra Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£99+
Sana Sesimbra Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£89+
Hotel Dos Zimbros
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£68+
Hotel Do Mar
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£74+

Hiring a car in Sesimbra

Expect to pay £1.54 per litre in Sesimbra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.44 and £24.59. The most frequently booked car type in Sesimbra is Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Ford Ka or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.54 per litre in Sesimbra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.44 and £24.59. The most frequently booked car type in Sesimbra is Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Ford Ka or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.