November 2017
Lisbon to Cascais. Sea, river, and tiles – and port wine.
Most of the trans-Atlantic cruise ships make a stop at Lisbon, and we’d been there several times already. Each time we try to do something different, and this time, we decided to go to Cascais. The ship arrived at the new Apolonia Cruise Terminal. It’s about 15-20 minute walk west along the river to the Cais do Sodre Station where we got on the train to Cascais. 40 minutes later, we arrived at this beach town & followed the crowd to the walking street(Rua Frederico Arouca) in the historic old town area near the water.
There were lots of restaurants, bars, and stores in the area selling seafood and ocean themed items. Our lunch was at Taberna Economica de Cascais where we had clams and grilled fish that were fresh and delicious. Yes, the name says it: it WAS economical, indeed, without compromising quality.
We ventured further out along the shoreline a bit, but, getting off of a ship that sailed big waters, we thought we did not need to see more of the sea-view. I looked at some sale racks with Euro 5 pajamas, but the image of my small suitcase appeared in front of my eyes. Well, let’s get back, I said.
If we ever go back to Cascais, we might try to rent a bike & explore the area. There seems to be a free service provided by the City. Rental shops do not seem to over-charge, either.
Small Wide World 