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There’s no better time than now to plan a visit to Caldas da Rainha, with its constant energy and an endless choice of places, attractions and experiences. Don’t wait — every moment in Caldas da Rainha is too good to miss.

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Everything you need to plan your visit to Caldas — or to host visitors from out of town.

 

Events Calendar

Events

Everything happening in Caldas da Rainha

Markets, concerts, exhibitions and much more — the city’s full events calendar, always up to date.

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Guided Tours in Caldas da Rainha

Guided Tours

Guided Tours in Caldas da Rainha

Walking routes through the historic centre, with certified local guides.

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Team Building in Caldas da Rainha

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Team Building in Caldas da Rainha

Dynamic team experiences, from escape rooms to cooking together.

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Where to Eat

Restaurants

Where to Eat

The best restaurants in town, from traditional cooking to signature cuisine.

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Where to Stay

Accommodation

Where to Stay

Recommended hotels and places to stay in Caldas.

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Restaurants in Caldas da Rainha

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From Portuguese tapas to fusion cuisine, Caldas da Rainha has a table for every taste. This is just a selection — discover all the restaurants in town.

A set table at a restaurant in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Restaurante Sabores D'Itália, pasta and pizza in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Italian

Sabores D’Itália

Specialising in pasta and pizza, one of the most recommended names in Caldas da Rainha.

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Restaurante Pachá Casa Antero, tapas counter and dining room in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Tapas

Pachá – Casa Antero

An elegant dining room and a pleasant terrace, with top-quality produce and carefully prepared tapas.

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Café Central, breakfast and brunch restaurant in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Brunch & Coffee

Café Central

Breakfast and brunch spot in the city centre, the perfect way to start the day.

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Forno do Beco bakery, artisan interior in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Bakery

Forno do Beco

A bakery that stands out for its craft and quality — a must-visit traditional bakery in Caldas.

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Restaurante Maratona, fusion cuisine in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Fusion

Maratona

Restaurant, café and bar with fusion cuisine, often named among the best in Caldas.

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Restaurante Capristanos, pastry and fine food in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Pastry Shop & Restaurant

Capristanos

A historic spot in the city where pastry and fine food come together at the table.

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Itineraries in Caldas da Rainha

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From Praça da Fruta to Parque D. Carlos I, these itineraries help you plan your visit to Caldas, whether for a day or a weekend.

Ceramics at Praça da Fruta, a one-day itinerary in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

One-day itinerary in Caldas da Rainha, ceramic panels, Gocaldas

Itinerary

One Day in Caldas da Rainha

Between hills and sea, in the Oeste region: history, art, food and nature all in one day.

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Caldas Architecture Trail, Largo Dr. José Barbosa, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Itinerary

Caldas Architecture Trail

A showcase of tilework, façades and architectural details through the streets of the historic centre.

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6 things to do in Caldas da Rainha this winter, Gocaldas

Itinerary

6 Things to Do in Winter

A relaxed winter itinerary, from parks to traditional markets.

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Romantic spots for a stroll in Caldas, Gocaldas

Itinerary

Romantic Spots for a Stroll

The most romantic corners of the city, perfect for a walk for two.

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Caldas da Rainha has accommodation for every taste. Whether you want to stay close to the historic centre or near the sea in Foz do Arelho, these picks will make the city feel like a home away from home.

Where to Stay in Caldas da Rainha

Hotel Bars in Caldas da Rainha

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The Best Hotel Bars and Terraces in Caldas

Your night out starts right in the lobby.

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Rural Tourism in Casal da Eira Branca

Rural

Rural Tourism

Peaceful country houses and farms on the outskirts of the city.

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Guesthouse in Foz do Arelho

Accommodation

Guesthouses

Cosy, budget-friendly options near the beach in Foz do Arelho.

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Boutique Hotels in the Historic Centre

Hotels

Hotels in the Centre

Historic charm just steps from Parque D. Carlos I.

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Guided Tours in Caldas da Rainha

Guided Tours

Guided Tours in Caldas da Rainha

Walking routes through the historic centre, with certified local guides.

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Guided Tours in Caldas da Rainha, walking route through the historic centre

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Guided Tours Through the Historic Centre of Caldas da Rainha

Walking tours with certified local guides, so you get to know the city like a true local.

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Guided Tours in Caldas da Rainha

 

 

Team Building in Caldas da Rainha

Companies

Team Building in Caldas da Rainha

Dynamic activities for groups and companies, tailored to you.

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Murder Mystery Dinner: A Crime to Solve as a Team

Article

Murder Mystery Dinner: A Crime to Solve as a Team

A different kind of team building night, full of clues, suspects and good vibes.

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Museums and Studios in Caldas da Rainha

Culture

Museums and Studios in Caldas da Rainha

Art, ceramics and history scattered throughout the city.

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José Malhoa Museum: the Heart of Art in Caldas

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José Malhoa Museum: the Heart of Art in Caldas

The largest collection of Portuguese naturalist painting, in one of the city’s most visited museums.

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Green Spaces in Caldas da Rainha

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The municipality of Caldas da Rainha covers more than 255 km² of urban parks, historic woodlands and nature reserves. Between Parque D. Carlos I and the Óbidos Lagoon, there’s always a green space nearby.

Boats at dusk on the Óbidos Lagoon, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parque D. Carlos I, the most iconic garden in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Nature

Parque D. Carlos I

The city’s most iconic garden, with a lake, sculptures and a bust of José Malhoa — the locals’ favourite spot for a stroll.

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Mata Rainha Dona Leonor, picnic area in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Nature

Mata Rainha Dona Leonor Woodland

Picnic areas and walking trails through pine groves and centuries-old trees, just steps from the city centre.

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Óbidos Lagoon, birdwatching in Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Nature

Óbidos Lagoon

The largest lagoon system on the Portuguese coast — a bird sanctuary and a paradise for water sports.

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Natural beauty of Caldas da Rainha, Parque D. Carlos I, Gocaldas

Nature

Natural Beauty of Caldas da Rainha

Over 255 km² of urban parks, historic woodlands and biodiversity reserves — a guide to all the green spaces in the municipality.

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The municipality of Caldas da Rainha has 12 parishes, from the historic centre to the beaches and hills. Get to know each one.

Thermal heritage of Caldas da Rainha, fountains, Gocaldas

Thermal Hospital, Nossa Senhora do Pópulo, Coto e São Gregório parish, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Nossa Sra. do Pópulo, Coto e São Gregório

The heart of the city: historic centre, shops, thermal baths and most of Caldas’ monuments and museums.

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Boavista viewpoint, Santo Onofre e Serra do Bouro parish, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Santo Onofre e Serra do Bouro

Between residential neighbourhoods and hills with viewpoints over the city, like Boavista.

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Santa Catarina pillory, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Santa Catarina

A historic parish close to the centre, with its own pillory, a viewpoint and traces of an old hillfort.

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Parishes: Coast and Lagoons

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From the Óbidos Lagoon to the dunes of Salir do Porto, the municipality’s coastline is one of the most beautiful in the Oeste region.

Wooden boardwalks in Foz do Arelho, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Foz do Arelho, view of the Óbidos Lagoon, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Foz do Arelho

Where the Óbidos Lagoon meets the sea — beach, water sports and sunsets over the water.

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Nadadouro, by the Óbidos Lagoon, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Nadadouro

A small riverside parish by the Óbidos Lagoon, with a campsite and a peaceful atmosphere.

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Salir do Porto, giant sand dune, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Tornada e Salir do Porto

Between farmland and the mouth of the lagoon, home to the impressive giant dune of Salir do Porto.

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Parishes: Inland and Hills

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Away from the coast, the inland parishes hold on to rural landscapes, centuries-old chapels and living traditions.

Alvorninha Dam, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

A dos Francos, rural landscape, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

A dos Francos

A rural parish in the north of the municipality, with farmland landscapes and strong community traditions.

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Roman bridge in Alvorninha, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Alvorninha

Rural heritage with a Roman bridge, windmills and chapels scattered across its hills.

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Mata das Mestras in Carvalhal Benfeito, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Carvalhal Benfeito

Woodland and centuries-old chapels in an area still closely tied to Caldas’ rural life.

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Landal, pastures, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Landal

Pastures and farming tradition, also known for its quail farm.

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Salir de Matos, landscape, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Salir de Matos

One of the largest rural parishes in the municipality, with fertile fields between Serra do Bouro and the sea.

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Arco da Memória in Vidais, Caldas da Rainha, Gocaldas

Parish

Vidais

A small inland parish, known for its Arco da Memória and its strong community life.

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Spotlight on Oeste

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The Oeste region is much more than Caldas da Rainha. Just a short drive away, there are towns and villages that also deserve to be discovered.

Oeste Tour, guided tour of Óbidos, Peniche, Alcobaça and Nazaré, Gocaldas

Óbidos Castle, medieval town, GoÓbidos

Oeste

Óbidos

Portugal’s most iconic walled medieval town, just minutes from Caldas. Discover it all at goobidos.com.

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Peniche, surf capital, GoPeniche

Oeste

Peniche

Portugal’s surf capital, with cliffs, islands and a fishing tradition. Discover it all at gopeniche.com.

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Alcobaça Monastery, UNESCO World Heritage Site, GoAlcobaça

Oeste

Alcobaça

UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to Portugal’s largest Gothic monastery. Discover it all at goalcobaca.com.

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Discover Caldas da Rainha on the Map

Hotels, restaurants, local shops, heritage, nature, museums and sport — all on one map. Filter by category and discover the municipality.

GoCaldas — Municipality Map
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