Beach · Ericeira
Praia dos Pescadores
A beach below Ericeira’s old town, linked to the Portuguese royal family’s departure for exile in 1910.
The Portuguese royal family departed for exile from here on 5 October 1910. Ericeira’s old town stands above the beach, which is sheltered from southerly and southeasterly winds.
It is in Ericeira: see below the trips from Lisbon that go there.
Independent itineraries to do on your own. We do not sell tours, recommend tour operators or use affiliate links. Check timetables, tickets and access with official sources before you set off.
Trips from Lisbon to Ericeira
Heritage · Beach · Nature
Mafra and Ericeira
An independent day linking Mafra’s palace and library with Cerco Garden and the Ericeira coast, without relying on the closed basilica.
- 8-11 hours
- about 40 km
- Bus, Car
- Partial accessibility
- Booking recommended
Beach · Nature
Ericeira
A half-day around Ericeira village and beaches, with a planned extension to Ribeira d’Ilhas to discover part of the World Surfing Reserve.
- 4-6 hours
- about 50 km
- Bus, Car
- Partial accessibility
- No booking needed
Nearby, at other destinations
Monument
Palácio Nacional de Mafra
The palace’s Casa da Livraria holds around 30,000 volumes, covering religion, science and literature.
Nature
Tapada Nacional de Mafra
An 833-hectare forest dating back to 1747, linked to royal recreation and supplies for the palace.
Monument
Palácio Nacional de Sintra
Two conical chimneys mark this royal palace, expanded and adapted over centuries in central Sintra.