← Back to all guides

9 August 2026

Carcavelos without a car: beach, Lisbon and the coast

Walk to the beach and station, then use the coastal train for easy days in Lisbon and Cascais.

Start on foot

From Juliadas, Carcavelos beach is around a fifteen-minute walk and Oeiras station around ten minutes away. Everyday shops, cafés and the NOVA SBE area are also within walking distance.

Take the coastal train

The Linha de Cascais follows the Tagus and Atlantic shoreline. Trains make Lisbon an easy day or evening trip, while Cascais lies in the opposite direction. Always check the current timetable before leaving, especially late in the evening.

A practical rhythm

Spend the morning on the beach, return to the apartment or shared pool, and take the train into Lisbon later. A Viva Viagem or contactless option may be available depending on the current transport system. Comfortable shoes are useful because the neighbourhood and seafront are best explored on foot.

Plan your stay at Juliadas

Stay close to the beach and Lisbon

Check availability