Easily accessible by bus, as it is right along the busy main road....so traffic noise too. The beach is very narrow, gravelly not fine soft sands, and with strong waves, lots of rocky outcrops... and your feet sink in deep upto your ankles when walking. Not the best if you are looking for fine soft sands and beach games and gentle waves or gettingin the water. The waves are too strong. However, this place is great to watch waves crash on the many rocky outcrops along the beach. As the evening progresses, the waves recede exposing many more rocky platforms that soon become shallow tidal pools. Lots of pretty algae and tiny colorful stones. And if you like to watch the sun setting into the water, this place is perfect. Better still you can walk towards lighthouse and watch the sunset over the ocean horizon from there. The WC at the beach locks at 7pm. No restaurants right on the beach, but one can go to the ones up...
Read moreCatching golden hour at Praia dos Ingleses was unexpectedly moving. The light spills gently across the shoreline, bathing the rocks in soft amber tones that feel almost surreal. It’s the kind of place that slows you down and invites a bit of quiet reflection—even a touch of romance, if you’re in the right mood.
The beach is clean, peaceful, and not at all crowded, even with such a beautiful view. Whether you're walking, watching the tide roll in, or just soaking in the atmosphere, it has a stillness that stays with you. If you’re into photography, bring your camera—the light and textures here are...
Read moreWe came here because you can get the historic tram from Porto, we loved the tram ride and there are several beaches a short walk away from where you alight. We picked this particular beach as the water looked nice, there were rocks but to either side of the beach so it was easy to enjoy the water safely. The beach was busy but there was still space to relax, it's a very clean beach and although cold at first the water is lovely and refreshing. Not much around in the way of amenities so go prepared if you plan to spend the...
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