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# Santa Catarina

## Travel Guide

## Visit Santa Catarina

Things to do

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- Santa Catarina Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Santa Catarina

![Hotel Oceano](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6110000/6101400/6101305/644ec0e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Oceano

Avenida Republica 51 Nazaré 

CA $75

CA $80 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nazaré. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (642 reviews)

Room was hrs

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

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Royal Óbidos Scenic Resort

Cabeço da Serra Obidos 

CA $179

CA $193 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury resort in Obidos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)

Our apartment was a good size. The shower handle was broken and the heated towel rack did not work. The breakfast was very average.

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

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Hotel Praia

Avenida Vieira Guimaraes 39 Nazaré 

CA $134

CA $143 total

Mar 11 - Mar 12

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nazaré. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9/10 Wonderful! (710 reviews)

Beautiful room. Nice hotel.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

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The Village Praia d'El Rey Golf & Beach Resort

Avenida D. Pedro I, no. 30 Obidos 

Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Obidos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Praia D'El Rey Golf Course and Bom Sucesso ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (99 reviews)

Fantastic facilities - ideal for our needs.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

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Apartamentos Turísticos da Nazaré

Avenida Vieira Guimarães n33 CC Nazaré Leiria

Stay at this apartment in Nazaré. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Nazaré Beach and Promontório do Sítio are located ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)

Great location, supermarket next door and one minute to the beach. We stayed in 3B and had a view of the surf over the rooftops. Apartment was very modern and clean. Will stay again.

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

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House Peniche Portugal 200 meters from the beach 8 people bairro do Visconde

 Peniche Leiria

Stay at this vacation home in Peniche. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions National Museum of Resistance and Freedom and Fortaleza ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)

Casa muito limpa e perto da praia e restaurantes. A sra. Cristina foi uma joia de pessoa. Tudo que precisamos ela ajudou. Muito atenciosa com a minha mãe de 78 anos.Voltaremos para o ano que vem.

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Rest on the sand beach. Summer photo near sea. Beach on Foz do Arelho, Portugal, Shutterstock ID 1072252235, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116796/71911509-f473-4c1c-a332-69e8d2a2c968.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Foz do Arelho Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Foz do Arelho Beach during your travels in Foz do Arelho? Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment venues in this family-friendly area. 

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![Play for me.

Situated in the lovely town of Caldas da Rainha, the D. Carlos I park is a gorgeous 19th century romantic garden situated in the historic centre of the town. 

This refreshing green area used to work as a complement of the important Thermal Hospital that named the town of Caldas da Rainha](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116790/e0579bba-735e-4fbd-8a45-f0d98e20fcde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dom Carlos I Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dom Carlos I Park, a lovely green space in Nossa Senhora do Pópulo. Experience the area's art scene and museums. 

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#### Praca da Republica

Find out about the history of Nossa Senhora do Pópulo when you spend time at Praca da Republica. Experience the area's art scene and live music. 

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#### Church of Santa Catherine

After visiting Church of Santa Catherine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Catarina. Discover the countryside while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-Santa-Catherine-Caldas-da-Rainha.d6319255.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Congress Cultural Centre Caldas da Rainha

Learn about the events happening at Congress Cultural Centre Caldas da Rainha during your trip to Nossa Senhora do Pópulo. Experience the area's art scene and live music. 

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#### Escola de Vela da Lagoa

Enjoy an outing to Escola de Vela da Lagoa during your stay in Nadadouro. Discover the area's countryside and seek out the golf courses. 

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### Things to do

![From Peniche: 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4588955/27bc3e6b-ddfc-480e-952d-e6c25fe677a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Peniche: 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour

CA $29

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-peniche-1-hour-cabo-carvoeiro-boat-tour.a4588955.activity-details)

![Obidos and Nazaré tour from Lisbon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46760873/86670cce-fdd3-4090-8698-bd47eab0b1ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Lisbon : Óbidos & Nazaré Giant Waves, Ginja & Small Group

CA $166

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-lisbon-obidos-nazare-giant-waves.a46760873.activity-details)

![Peniche: Surfing Lessons for all surf levels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44642724/597d0ced-635a-48cb-85e7-3c5dc3cbdd48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Peniche: Surfing Lessons for all surf levels

CA $56

per adult

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![ Explore Medieval Óbidos with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49460106/0b9eb828-c392-487d-90c8-01a06c06647f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Explore Medieval Óbidos with Local Guide

CA $48

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-medieval-obidos-with-local-guide.a49460106.activity-details)

![From Nazaré: Self-Guided Half-Day or Full-Day E-bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47940844/96ac43e9-5f74-45d2-b671-44dd7303e2da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Nazaré: Self-Guided Half-Day or Full-Day E-bike Rental

CA $48

per adult

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![Peniche: Berlenga Island and Cave Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47971440/4431bbd4-3386-442b-9356-6f6f1ed65793.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Peniche: Berlenga Island and Cave Tour

CA $73

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/peniche-berlenga-island-and-cave-tour.a47971440.activity-details)

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## Cities near Santa Catarina

!["The Monastery of Santa Maria d'Alcobaça, north of Lisbon, was founded in the 12th century by King Alfonso I. Its size, the purity of its architectural style, the beauty of the materials and the care with which it was built make this a masterpiece of Cistercian Gothic art." UNESCO](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11097/122df989-d542-4040-91f7-025930c9a894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Alcobaça

![Ruínas da Capela de Sant'Ana.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975861698/0e3f26da-6033-41dd-b41f-f1cf2bfb5f55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Caldas da Rainha

- Cities near Santa Catarina
- Places of interest

[Alcobaça](https://expedia.ca/Alcobaca.dx11097)[Caldas da Rainha](https://expedia.ca/Caldas-Da-Rainha.dx182221)[Alfeizerão](https://expedia.ca/Alfeizerao.dx3000021777)[Turquel](https://expedia.ca/Turquel.dx662593539816554496)

- [Nazaré Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Nazare-Beach-Portugal.d6116802.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Obidos Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Obidos-Castle-Obidos.d6116786.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Praia do Lagido ](https://expedia.ca/Praia-Do-Lagido-Peniche.d6116782.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Foz do Arelho Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Foz-Do-Arelho-Beach-Caldas-da-Rainha.d6116796.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Fortaleza ](https://expedia.ca/Fortaleza-Peniche.d6116780.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Norte Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Norte-Beach-Portugal.d553248621593511331.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Batalha Monastery ](https://expedia.ca/Batalha-Monastery-Batalha.d6116820.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mira de Aire Caves ](https://expedia.ca/Mira-De-Aire-Caves-Porto-de-Mos.d6116826.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Promontório do Sítio ](https://expedia.ca/Promontorio-Do-Sitio-Nazare.d553248621532957444.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Buddha Eden ](https://expedia.ca/Buddha-Eden-Bombarral.d553248621558133909.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos ](https://expedia.ca/Grande-Mercado-Medieval-De-Obidos-Obidos.d553248621532485820.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Norpark - Nazare's Water Park ](https://expedia.ca/Norpark-Nazares-Water-Park-Nazare.d553248621532486622.Vacation-Attraction)

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