Things to do nearby:
The Lagoon offers a variety of water sports e.g. canoeing, kite and wind-surfing, sailing, water-skiing if that's your preference and you can book them through this very site too.
New and paved walking running and cycling paths can be used to take full advantage of a calorie burning afternoon.
Caldas da Rainha, the historically well known thermal city can be reached within a 10 minute drive and here you can shop in the daily fruit, vegetable and flower market where you'll find the best the region has to offer in terms of fresh produce.
Greenhill discotheque is within walking distance and is very popular with the locals.
There are also many hypermarkets in the area to stock up on daily provisions.
Things to do further away:
Lisbon City and airport is only a 50 minute drive. Don't forget to visit the medieval castle and walled city of Obidos. Wine tours and various visits to neighbouring and historically fascinating towns and villages can also be booked directly through this site e.g. Nazare, Alcobaca and the magnificent horseshoe bay of San Martinho do Porto.
The Shrine of Fatima is less than 45 mins away.Sintra has become a major tourist attraction, with many day-trippers visiting from nearby Lisbon. Attractions include the fabulous Pena Palace (19th c.) and the Castelo dos Mouros (reconstructed 19th c.) with a breath-taking view of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, and the summer residence of the kings of Portugal Palácio Nacional de Sintra (largely 15th/16th c.), in the town itself.
The Sunday market at Santa Anna is a must when you visit the area as it gives you a flavour of local produce markets and whatever you do, do not forget to sample the piri piri chicken. Market closes by 2PM.
Suggested Itineraries:
Tomar - Templar Castle – must see
Lisbon – day trip or stay over – take a ride on the local trams.
Sintra
Cascais and Estoril – very picturesque, lots of interesting shops and nice walks around the towns. Lots of English and Irish pubs.
Alcobaca – monastery
Batalha – monastery
Monchique - natural beauty
Evora – Roman city
Golf:
Golf at Praia del Rey, Golden Eagle Golf course.
Other Activities:
The resorts of Sao Martinho and Nazare offer a range of clubs and bars for your enjoyment
