Make a holiday rental apartment or villa in Sao Martinho do Porto, Portugal, your home away from home

The picturesque village of Sao Martinho do Porto lies on the west coat of Portugal, 100km north of Lisbon. Situated on a shell-shaped bay, this peaceful village has gorgeous weather year round and has some of the warmest water on the west coast of Portugal. Due to the diverse scenery that surrounds Sao Martinho do Porto and the relaxed pace of life, the village has become a popular seaside resort.

Things to do in Sao Martinho do Porto, Portugal

Sao Martinho do Porto holidays are ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Paragliding, mountain biking, rock climbing and horse riding are just some of the outdoor activities available to tourists renting apartments or villas in Sao Martinho do Porto.

The beach is usually the focal point for those staying in Sao Martinho do Porto accommodation. The warm, calm waters of the bay make it ideal for swimming and water sports. You can enjoy canoeing and sailing or simply spend time soaking up the Portuguese sun.

You can spend the morning away from your Sao Martinho do Porto villa exploring the historic village center. There is a daily market in the village where you can buy locally made crafts as well as taste culinary specialties such as seafood, cheese, sausages, and soup. The village also has plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants where you can sample local cuisine.

A great way to spend a few hours away from your Sao Martinho do Porto villa is to explore by foot. The local Cultural Center offers daily, guided walks through the village and surrounding areas.

Places to visit on holiday in Sao Martinho do Porto, Portugal

The old town Alcobaca is just 20km north of holiday rental accommodation in Sao Martinho do Porto. Alcobaca has a fascinating church, the Alcobaça Monastery, built in the 12th Century. Just to the north of Alcobaca is the gothic-style Batalha Monastery.

The medieval, walled town of Óbidos lies 24km to the south of Sao Martinho do Porto. The castle, whitewashed houses and narrow cobblestone streets make the town a popular tourist attraction.

Further south is the fishing village of Peniche. From here you can take a boat ride to Berlenga Islands, with their crystal clear water and towering cliffs.

Sao Martinho do Porto, Portugal Weather

Sao Martinho do Porto is blessed to have beautiful sunny weather throughout the year. The temperatures are in the mid-20s for most of year, with slightly cooler winters when temperatures drop to around 17°C, making it an ideal location to rent holiday accommodation.

Flights to Sao Martinho do Porto, Portugal

The closest international airport is Lisbon Airport (LIS). TAP, British Airways, Monarch Airlines and easyJet offer cheap flights to Lisbon Airport. From there you can rent a car or take a bus to your Sao Martinho do Porto apartment. The trip takes approximately 45 minutes by car.