Its privileged geographic location has favoured the development of an intense activity linked to the sea, namely in what concerns fishing, considering that it is, together with those of the Algarve, the only port in the country facing south, sheltered from the strong winds and storms that usually blow over the Portuguese territory.

Having asserted itself as an eclectic geographical area, home to a unique and exceptional cultural identity, Sesimbra is currently one of the main poles of attraction of the country, not only for its beaches of clear waters, but also by offering what is considered by many experts the best fish in the world, and a variety of historical and natural points of interest.

The Sesimbra Castle, the Santiago Fortress, the Chapel of Espírito Santo dos Mareantes, the Sampaio Mill, the Icnofossils of Pedreira do Avelino, or Cabo Espichel, are some of the places that attract thousands of national and foreign tourists annually, and that make this a destination of excellence, a must-see.