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Podcast Tour Cascais: Modern Art, Architecture, and the Atlantic

Cascais, Portugalby Red Thread

  • 2.0 hours
  • Free cancellation
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  • Up to 99 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Step beyond the traditional postcards of royal palaces and fishing boats to discover the cutting-edge soul of the Portuguese Riviera. On this immersive walking conversation, you will explore how Cascais has masterfully woven its centuries-old heritage with a strikingly modern identity. From Pritzker-winning architecture and provocative feminist art to 15th-century fortresses reborn as luxury creative ecosystems, this tour reveals the contemporary paradox of a coastal town that uses its past as a canvas for the future. - A 3.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 121 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Art, Design & Aesthetics and Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Casa Das Historias - Paula Rego

      10 min

      A striking contemporary museum designed by Eduardo Souto de Moura, dedicated to the provocative works of artist Paula Rego.

    2. 2

      Museo do Mar (Museum of the Sea)

      10 min

      A museum bridging Cascais's royal maritime history with contemporary marine ecology and ocean conservation.

    3. 3

      Centro Cultural de Cascais

      10 min

      A 16th-century convent brilliantly transformed into a sleek, modern gallery space through adaptive reuse.

    4. 4

      Cidadela Art District

      10 min

      A historic military fortress revitalized into a modern art district featuring open-air installations and a luxury hotel.

    5. 5

      Marina de Cascais

      10 min

      The epicenter of modern sailing, showcasing contemporary nautical infrastructure and the bustling lifestyle of modern Cascais.

    6. 6

      Casa da Guia

      10 min

      A restored 19th-century clifftop estate transformed into a vibrant hub of boutique shopping and contemporary dining.

    Meeting and pickup

    From Cascais's main station, take local public transport toward Casa das Histórias Paula Rego. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Casa das Histórias Paula Rego, Cascais, Portugal. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

    End point

    From Casa da Guia, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Cascais's main station. The departure point is Casa da Guia, Cascais, Portugal. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

    Good to know

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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