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Things to see in Setúbal (Portugal): 63 places and when to go
Setúbal is a city in Portugal with around 118,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 63 places in and around it, mainly Nature (23), Beaches (19), History (17). The best known are Arrábida Natural Park, Monastery of Jesus of Setúbal and Our Lady of Grace Cathedral, Setúbal. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 38.53, -8.9
- Population
- About 118,000
- Places
- 63 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (23) · Beaches (19) · History (17) · Wildlife (14) · Food and drink (6) · Mountains (4)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- LIS Lisbon, 35 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Formosinho, at 501 m.
What to see in Setúbal
The places in and around Setúbal, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Arrábida Natural ParkProtected area near Lisbon, Portugal15 km
- Monastery of Jesus of SetúbalChurch building and national monument in Setúbal, Portugal644 m
- Our Lady of Grace Cathedral, SetúbalChurch in Setúbal, Portugal1.2 km
- Roman ruins of TróiaCultural heritage monument in Grândola, Portugal5.1 km
- Azeda LighthouseLighthouse in Portugal2.1 km
- Quinta da BacalhoaBuilding in Setúbal, Setúbal District, Portugal8.2 km
- Sado Estuary Natural ReserveProtected area in Portugal19 km
- Castle of SesimbraBuilding in Sesimbra, Setúbal District, Portugal20 km
- Figueirinha BeachBeach in Arrábida Mountain, Setúbal, Portugal6.5 km
- Fortress of Saint James of SesimbraBuilding in Sesimbra, Setúbal District, Portugal20 km
- Fort of São Filipe de SetúbalNacional Monument in Setúbal, Portugal1.6 km
- Fort of São Teodósio da Ponta do CavaloCultural heritage monument in Sesimbra, Portugal22 km
- Pedreira do Avelino Natural MonumentProtected area in Portugal21 km
- AlbarquelBeach in Arrábida Mountain, Setúbal, Portugal2.5 km
- Baia de SetúbalBay in Portugal9.0 km
- Fort of Cavalo LighthouseLighthouse in Portugal22 km
- Fort São Domingos da BaralhaFort in Sesimbra, Portugal28 km
- Monumento Natural dos LagosteirosProtected area in Portugal30 km
- Luiz Saldanha Marine Park - Complementary Protection ZoneProtected area29 km
- Pillory of Vila Nogueira de AzeitãoPillory in Setúbal, Portugal10.0 km
- Casa da ÁguaBuilding in Portugal29 km
- Núcleos do Sítio Arqueológico de AbulCultural heritage monument in Alcácer do Sal, Portugal22 km
- Lagoa de Albufeira BeachBeach in Lagoa de Albufeira, Sesimbra (Portugal)24 km
- Pillory of PalmelaPillory in Palmela, Portugal4.2 km
And the other 39, by what you come to do:
- History: pillory of Setúbal, Chafariz da Praça Teófilo Braga, Torre de Sinalização e Manobra da Estação Ferroviária de Pinhal Novo
- Beaches: Praia da Pipa, Galapinhos beach, Meco Beach, Praia do Portinho, Atlântica Beach, Praia da Cova, Bicas Beach, Galápos beach, Creiro Beach, Praia do Pêgo, Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach, Coelhos Beach, Lagosteiros Beach, Saúde Beach, Alfarim Beach, Tramagueira Beach
- Nature: Alto da Pena, Alto do Monte Abraão, Alto do Picoto, Formosinho, Gruta do Médico, Lapa das Cabras, Lapa de Santa Margarida, Miradouro do Portinho da Arrábida, Quinta do Esteval, Sitio classificado Gruta do Zambujal
- Food and drink: Mercado do Livramento, Adega Camolas, Casa Museu José Maria da Fonseca, Lateiro, Quinta de Alcube, Quinta do Piloto
- Museums and art: Museu – A Estação, Museum of Mechanical Music
- Hiking: E9 European long distance path
- Diving: Centro de Mergulho EML
When to go to Setúbal
The best time to visit Setúbal is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:36
- FebPossible10:33
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time13:01
- MayBest time14:06
- JunBest time14:40
- JulBest time14:26
- AugBest time13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:52
- DecPossible9:19
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19. In June, 63 of the 63 places are at their best.
When to go to Portugal in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Setúbal
The nearest main airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS, Lisbon), 35 km as the crow flies. How to get around Portugal (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Fernando Pó5 places21 km
- Lisbon170 places31 km
- Alverca do Ribatejo e Sobralinho21 places42 km
- Santa Cruz e São Bartolomeu da Serra12 places55 km
- Colares69 places58 km
- Montemor-o-Novo12 places60 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Setúbal?
The best known: Arrábida Natural Park, Monastery of Jesus of Setúbal, Our Lady of Grace Cathedral, Setúbal, Roman ruins of Tróia, Azeda Lighthouse. In all, 63 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Setúbal?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19.
How do you get to Setúbal?
The nearest main airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 35 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Setúbal as the destination and these 63 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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