Best places: Scenic spots in Colares, Portugal

Viewing area between a winding mountain road & forested cliffs dropping down to Atlantic beaches.

Located in a churchyard, this highest point in the neighborhood offers panoramic views of the city.

👍👍 Beautiful breathtaking landscape. Plenty to see and do. Lots of little shops. Super family friendly. Watch the 40’-50’ waves crash to your right and the beautiful waves ahead right from the beach, the walking paths, waterfront restaurants and cafés. Take the funicular to the top to see the Nazaré Ca...

This popular terrace offers dramatic, panoramic views of city rooftops & the water beyond.

Scenic viewpoint with panoramic city views of traditional Alfama houses with red roofs & churches.

👍👍 Ilhéu da Papôa is a very rich geological area with a Volcanic Breach, fossils, and other natural wonders. It's a lovely place for a walk, and to watch the sunset. Good for fishing, but be aware of fishing lines that may be on the floor at the western point near the cliffs. And please, be respectfu...

These scenic oceanfront cliffs feature a natural archway & open cave created by pounding waves.

This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.

This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.

Ornate, Baroque, 18th-century church with twin bell towers, housing Queen Maria I's tomb.

👍👍 One of the most beautiful places I have ever witnessed! It never fails to awe me every single time I visit it!

👍👍 Beautiful view of Santa Cruz beach. The place is very well preserved.

😠 DONT STOP HERE! Thieves on motorcycles smash in carwindows and steal everything they can. 50m from this photospot the whole parkinglot is flooded with glass from broken cars! They only need seconds to empty the front of your car! DONT LEAVE ANYTHING UNATTENDED! KEEP ON DRIVING!

Aerial lift to a height of 30 meters over the Tagus River, with panoramic views of the Nations Park.

Secluded viewpoint offering scenic panoramas of the city & a small bar selling drinks & coffee.