Nazaré to See, Live and Feel
Monuments and museums, beaches and viewpoints, traditions and the giant waves of Praia do Norte. You can also book a guided tour with people who know the town.
What to See and Do in Nazaré
From the Sanctuary high on the Sítio to the giant waves of Praia do Norte, from São Miguel Fort to the museums and beach traditions — discover everything Nazaré has to offer.
Heritage and History
Churches, chapels, palaces and pillories that tell the story of Nazaré and Pederneira.
Sítio da Nazaré
Where the legend of Dom Fuas Roupinho was born, on the clifftop with the most famous view in town.
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Nazaré
Built in the 14th century by order of King Fernando, the great church of the Sítio.
Memória Chapel
A small 14th-century chapel built over the legendary cave, right by the viewpoint.
Royal Palace of Nazaré
Built in 1718 to host the Royal Family on their visits to the Sanctuary.
Pederneira Pillory
The symbol of the old town of Pederneira, next to a viewpoint over the bay.
Old Pederneira Town Hall
A 16th-century building from the days when Pederneira was the seat of the municipality.
Pederneira Misericórdia Church
Built in the 16th century for the Misericórdia brotherhood.
Museums and Culture
Museums, a theatre and cultural venues around town.
Dr. Joaquim Manso Museum
An ethnographic and archaeological museum in the Sítio, devoted to life and the sea in Nazaré.
Fort of São Miguel Arcanjo
A 16th-century fortress from the reign of King Sebastião, overlooking the waves of Praia do Norte.
Chaby Pinheiro Theatre
A unique example of early 20th-century entertainment architecture, in the Sítio.
Nazaré Cultural Centre
In the old fish market, facing the beach, with exhibitions and the Tourist Office.
Beaches and Nature
Beaches, cliffs, parks and trails overlooking the Atlantic.
Nazaré Beach
More than a beach, a neighbourhood where the community lives facing the sea.
Praia do Norte
The stage of the giant waves, north of the Sítio, where the Nazaré Canyon shows its power.
São Bartolomeu Mount
A Site of Biological Interest, with trails and views over the whole bay.
Nazaré Funicular
A funicular opened in 1889 that links the beach to the Sítio in a few minutes.
Experiences and Traditions
From the sea to wellbeing and the traditions of the beach.
Nazaré Dried Fish Tradition
A tradition you can still see drying in the sun on the beach.
The Sítio da Nazaré
The clifftop neighbourhood of the legend, the Sanctuary and the viewpoint.
Guided Tours in Nazaré and the West
Walking tours and private trips with certified local guides.
Want to get to know Nazaré up close?
Book a guided tour and discover the stories, secrets and flavours of Nazaré with people who know the town like no one else.
Discover Nazaré on the Map
Monuments, museums, beaches and viewpoints, all on one map. Filter by category.