Espinho: The Complete Guide

Espinho, situated on the Costa Verde, is a well-liked holiday destination among a burgeoning number of visitors. The town boasts an array of amenities such as shops, restaurants, hotels, and campsites nestled amidst the pine groves bordering the sandy shoreline. For those who love sports, there are options galore, including tennis courts, a bullfighting arena, and an 18-hole golf course.

Visiting Espinho for the first time and wondering what are the top places to see in the city? In this complete guide, I share the best things to do in Espinho on the first visit. Top help you plan your trip, I have also included an interactive map and practical tips for visiting!

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2 Best places to See in Espinho

This complete guide to Espinho not only tells you about the very best sights and tourist attractions for first-time visitors to the city but also provide insights into a few of our personal favorite things to do.

This is a practical guide to visiting the best places to see in Espinho and is filled with tips and info that should answer all your questions!

Museu Municipal de Espinho

Museu Municipal Espinho
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The Espinho Municipal Museum can be found within the walls of the Fórum de Arte e Cultura de Espinho (FACE), located in the Brandão, Gomes & Co. building which was once a cannery. As a dynamic space, it serves as a bridge between the past and present, reflecting the community’s history that comprised of both fishers […]
Location: Museu Municipal De Espinho - Fórum de Arte e Cultura de Espinho, Espinho, Portugal | Price: €1,20 | Distance: 0.80km
Visiting Museu Municipal de Espinho

Castro de Ovil

Castro De Ovil
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Centuries before the birth of Christ, inhabitants of the northwestern region of the Iberian Peninsula developed a unique way of life characterized by the creation of fortified settlements called “castros.” These settlements were located on elevated hills with expansive views, and their defensive features included the construction of stone walls and deep moats to restrict […]
Location: Castro De Ovil, Estrada de São Tiago, Espinho, Portugal | Distance: 3.50km
Visiting Castro de Ovil

Tours and Activities from Espinho