Best beaches in Lisbon with the blue flag

And the best marinas to go for a stroll

15/04/2025

Discover the beaches and marinas which are continuously awarded the blue flag in the area of Lisbon and have a more sustainable trip.

What is a blue flag beach? A blue flag beach is a beach in which the seawater is clean and safe for your health and is sustainably managed, which includes actions to preserve biodiversity, minimise pollution and promote environmental education. It's a safe beach, with lifeguards and measures to prevent accidents and provide a full service to its users, which includes showers, toilets, facilities for people with reduced mobility, leisure areas and quality restaurants.

For those who visit Lisbon looking for some sun-bathing time, want to take a dip or walk by the sea, with the environment and safety as a priority, these are the best places for you. The list is updated every year, so we recommend you visit the blue flag website to see the most recently awarded spots!

Follow our tips and enjoy the best beaches!

Tarquínio-Paraíso beach

With a spacious sand area, this beach is limited by pontoons, which is a delight for anglers. Its equipped with sanitary facilities, a bar and a first-aid post. Its very popular for the practice of surf and bodyboard, and it has been awarded the blue flag between 2015 and 2023.

Santo Amaro beach

Located in Oeiras, it has been awarded the blue flag between 2019 and 2023. This beach stands out for the conditions it offers, such as showers, beach walkways and eco-ashtrays. It's one of the most popular beaches during the year due to the practice of water sports.

Doca de Santo Amaro

Located in a privileged area in Lisbon, this dock has been awarded the blue flag since 2015. Surrounded by terraces and restaurants, this marina will provide lovely moments with family or friends, with exclusive views over the Tagus river and the 25 de Abril bridge.

Mata beach

Boasting the blue flag since 2015, this beach has an extensive sand area and a beautiful natural landscape. Very popular in the summer, it's accessed by walkways. It also has public transport, which means it is frequently visited by young people.

Sereia beach

Sereia beach is also known as Waikiki beach, which is the name of the restaurant located in the middle of the sand that becomes a bar|disco at night. Famous for water sports, it's mainly visited by the young crowd. The blue flag was awarded to it in 2015, which it maintains until today.

Porto de Recreio de Oeiras

Located at the entrance of Lisbon, this marina has been awarded the blue flag for 9 consecutive years. It's a charming place, surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops. It's also framed for the Piscina Oceânica de Oeiras (ocean pool), a place where you can take a dip and enjoy the views over the Tagus river and the Atlantic Ocean.

CDS beach

This is considered a typical beach in Costa da Caparica, with light and thin sand, and a blue flag since 2015. It's very popular for the conditions it offers, such as lifeguards, restaurants, a parking lot and bicycle path access, but mainly for its waves, which are considered the best in Costa da Caparica.

Torre beach

With a refined atmosphere, it's mostly visited by families, which promotes a familiar environment. Although it isn't a sandy beach, it has access stairs and ramps, a parking lot and wi-fi. Its restaurants and terraces create authentic balconies over the beach. It has been awarded the blue flag between 2019 and 2023.

São João da Caparica beach

Located in Almada, with 1.5 km of sand, this beach flies the blue flag since 2015. It's currently popular among Lisbon's elite for its tranquillity and restricted access. It has lifeguards, a parking lot and restaurants. Its waves are also popular for surfing and bodyboarding.

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