The Citadel of Cascais is a set of fortifications built between the 15th and 17th centuries to defend the Cascais coastline and River Tagus estuary and to protect against attacks on the capital of Portugal, Lisbon. Today the castle overlooks the exclusive Cascais marina and the complex has been transformed into an exclusive hotel.

Very well organised tour. You will get an in-depth travel through the Portuguese past, relationships with other countries that go waaaaay back, beautiful gifts from other rulers of old . Everything is kept pristine and functional and the place was even used as an official residence quite recently. Worth a visit.

Nice place to visit in Cascais. Historical place as well as. enjoyable your visit.

Just beautiful. The entrance with the birds on the wall is a must-see!

Thought I was walking into a fort but instead found myself walking into a beautiful courtyard surrounded by art galleries, tavern, bookstore, sitting areas, and the most impressive sculptures both in the front and back. There's a modern 5-star hotel at one end with a very impressive lobby. Great place if you want to have some quiet time away from the crowded bustling streets of Cascais. I'm not sure if there was anything else inside the fortress but this area alone made it worthwhile.

Beautiful place to visit in Cascais, its located near the beach, just a few steps, walk around and feel the special atmosphere of this magical small town, there's nice restaurants all over the place, and you better taste the fresh fishes with a glass of port wine 🍷, the open blue ocean make the moment so special and unique. 😍 This area is fantastic for handling around in the evening and it is recommended.

Nice Oceanside walled city. New artsy area and a nice restaurant. Good place for a walk around

It's a good fort, but there is nothing inside. It's just walls

The Citadel of Cascais is a historic fortress located in the charming coastal town of Cascais, Portugal. The citadel was built in the 15th century to protect the town from pirate attacks, and it has since been restored and converted into a cultural and tourist center. The citadel is an impressive sight, with its imposing walls and towers overlooking the sea. Inside, visitors can explore the various buildings that make up the complex, including the Governor's Palace, the Chapel of Our Lady of the Assumption, and the Cidadela Art District. The buildings are beautifully preserved and offer a glimpse into the history and culture of Cascais.

My first negative opinion in Portugal. Why? Thu 02 Jun afternoon around 1600-entered the palace. Two ladies behind counter. Can i visit the palace? Yes, but only with a guide (WHY???) Bit surprised but: OK, please get me one One of them calling/talking on the phone Sir, unfortunatelly the guide is not available today-please come on Fri or Sat. Left the place. To be clear-this place supposed to be open the whole week except Mondays.

(Translated by Google) This palace of the citadel of Cascais is quite interesting since it has a lot of antiquity it was built it seems to me that in the 16th century by bricklayers who were walking around and it is pretty good that it is also not to shoot rockets because the design is quite simple very very squared and the walls are painted a color that is not the best but still fulfills its function. (Original) Este palacio de la ciudadela de Cascais es bastante interesante ya que tiene mucha antigüedad fue construido me parece que en el siglo 16 por albañiles que andaban por allí y está bastante bien ese tampoco es para tirar cohetes porque el diseño es bastante simple muy muy cuadriculado y las paredes están pintadas de un color que no es el mejor pero aún así cumple con su función.

More than disappointing. This is the second time we have tried to see the Palace. This time we purchased a 3-day museum pass from the Cultural Center that should have provided our admission, but when we arrived at the Palace (after their noon break) we were told that there was no room for us and that we had to make a reservation. We had no problems getting into any of the other museums with the pass with no reservations. Why is the Palace so special? Is it simply a problem with staffing, competency or both? Helpful Hint: There are so many more wonderful places to visit in Cascais. Skip the Palace, avoid the disappointment and see instead the Condes de Castro Guimarães Museum, the Santa Maria House, the Santa Maria Lighthouse, and the Town Museum.

Beautiful place to visit.

(Translated by Google) Palace of the Citadel of Cascais (Original) Palácio da Cidadela de Cascais

A must see if you visit Cascais. But can be a bit boring. Lots of places to eat and shop

Very nice and informative guide tour

Nice place with less crowded and good natural place with free of cost

Excellent Wonderful and very friendly....I enjoyed my stay.. X 🇵🇹🇬🇧

Some art galleries inside this old fort. Also a fancy hotel and a restaurant.

Historical building with nice architecture, but little information in other languages than portuguese.

(Translated by Google) Unusual place, we do not expect to find that in this fortress ..... (Original) Lieu insolite, on ne s'attend pas à trouver ça dans cette forteresse.....

(Translated by Google) Imposing! (Original) Imponente!

(Translated by Google) A place with history. (Original) Um local com história.

(Translated by Google) Nothing special (Original) Nada de especial

Great place. It was a pleasure to walk through its rooms with understanding that all the things are still used by the President of Portugal. Our guide told us that anytime even during our excursion he can receive a call about an unexpected visit of the president)

We wanted to visit today at aroun 11-11.30 but one of the ladies at the counter said that the only english tour was at 4 pm (there were 3 or 4 at the counter than than the lady that sold the tickets). How precious can this palace be that needs a tour?

Port in the leg of the citadela is beautiful to see the boasts and fishes in the clear water.

Interesting site to visit, it is fully renovated, maintains the historical architecture while offering some modern art exhibits, a fine hotel and a bar/restaurant in the inner plaza.

(Translated by Google) A very girly place! (Original) Um local giríssimo!

The old citadel now holds a boutique hotel, few art galleries and some shops, which makes it even more interesting to explore the building from the inside!

Such a beautiful town to walk around and soak up the atmosphere.

My family, some friends, and I went to visit this Palace today. It is a unique cultural experience. The guide, Luis, creates a great active learning environment making history come alive. We can vividly imagine the past and present life of the Palace. All the staff was exceedingly friendly.

Great guided tours for only 3 euros, enjoyed it a lot

Pretty nice place to look around, I like that they rejuvenated the interior into some artistic shops & accommodation

It was the best guided visit of a palace I've ever done. Moreover, I was the only person on the tour so I could ask the guide all the questions I wanted about the palace and Portuguese history. She was able to answer all my questions and, days later, I can still remember most of what she said because she used anecdotes to tell me about historical events. Also, the palace is stunning. The furniture is very beautiful. My favourite was the bathroom furniture covered in gorgeous azulejos! Big plus: the entrance fee is very cheap. I would 100% recommend!

Nice modern hotel at great location, 5-star breakfast, friendly service-minded staff, great for art lovers.

This is an amazing star/bastion fort. Because it has civilian buildings, it is a citadel. There's also a lighthouse at the end.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful ! For the whole Family! (Original) Muito lindo ! Para toda Família!

(Translated by Google) Simply fabulous. Home top. Comfortable rooms and quality services (swimming pool, sauna, hamam). I loved the breakfast with a view of the sunrise over the sea (Original) Tout bonnement fabuleux. Acceuil au top. Chambres confortables et services de qualité (piscine, sauna, hamam). J ai adoré le petit déjeuner avec vue sur le lever de soleil au dessus de la mer

Great!

(Translated by Google) Very cultural visit (Original) Visita muito cultural

(Translated by Google) Perfect place (Original) Отличное место

(Translated by Google) Magnificent place (Original) Lugar magnífico

(Translated by Google) Fantastic location, excellent decor, guided tour by Miguel, five stars! (Original) Localização fantástica, excelente decoração, visita guiada pelo Miguel, cinco estrelas!

(Translated by Google) A spectacular place but with very few places to park .but it is worth walking a little (Original) Un lugar espectacular pero con muy poco sitios para aparcar .pero vale la pena caminar un poco

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and interesting place to live up to the name and Cascais (Original) Local muito bonito e interessante a fazer juz ao nome e a Cascais

(Translated by Google) interestingly (Original) Interesantno

Yes terrible, cause is open till 1800 but the last entry is 1600, and also with the guide you will not be free and have to hear whole this story about the decoration which you will not remember after one month!!!

Nice place... but way too much tourists. The was probably magnificent in the past. But know it just another tourist factory!

Awesome location and one of the best hotels

Take a time to walk around there when in Cascais.

Beautiful. When we visited it there was no exposition.

Very cool fortress with an art museum inside and a very nice boutique hotel

nice place but needs more references to its history.. some good art inside but disappointed the old story has not been told. just a hotel and restaurant with the old fort walls around it

(Translated by Google) Fantastic installations, rehabilitated in an exemplary way. We highly recommend visiting (Original) Instalações fantásticas, reabilitadas de uma forma exemplar. Recomenda-se vivamente a visita

Awesome all round. Avoid restaurant in the square.

Great palace. Wonderful information about late monarchy and transition to republic.

Beautiful

(Translated by Google) Gorgeous (Original) Lindo

Nostalgia

(Translated by Google) Beautiful as everything in Cascais. (Original) Lindo como tudo em Cascais.

(Translated by Google) A very interesting guided tour. Loved it and highly recommend it. (Original) Uma visita guiada muito interessante. Adorei e recomendo.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting, a very nice place. Guided visits repel me, but in this case the narrator was in love with the place and his work. A 10 for him. (Original) Muy interesante, un lugar muy agradable. Las visitas guiadas me repelen, pero en este caso el narrador estaba enamorado del lugar y de su trabajo. Un 10 para el.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, like the city itself. Although something special in this place I was not mired (Original) Красивое место, как и сам город. Хотя чего-то особенного в этом месте я не замнтил

(Translated by Google) Really nice (Original) Vraiment sympa

Good view

(Translated by Google) Very good guided tour, the palace is beautiful, beautifully decorated and with a very interesting historical context. (Original) Visita guiada muito boa, o palácio é lindo, muito bem decorado e com um contexto histórico muito interessante.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place. (Original) Lindo lugar.

(Translated by Google) Parfais wonderful view staff and great food (Original) Parfais vue magnifique personnel et nourriture super

(Translated by Google) Here you breathe history, very calm, beautiful views, souvenir shop and catering, I recommend a visit, alone, with your partner, or with family ... (Original) Aqui respira-se história, muito calmo, belas vistas, lojinha de souvenirs e restauração, recomendo uma visita, sozinho, com o seu par, ou com a família...

(Translated by Google) Summer residence of Portuguese royalty from 1850 and later taken by the Spanish. Its fortress remains unchanged and today functions as a museum and has an inn inside. (Original) Residência de veraneio da realeza portuguêsa a partir de 1850 e que posteriormente foi tomada pelos espanhóis. Sua fortaleza continua inalterada e hoje funciona como um museu e tem uma pousada dentro.