Troia holidays The Troia peninsula is simply paradise and perfect for family holidays
Troia holidays - located at the base of the Tróia Peninsula, along the Sado estuary in the holiday region of Lisboa, Troia is a place full of magic and mystery. Steeped in history, Troia is known for its rice farming and fishing makeing it one of the most distinctive regions on the Lisboa coast.
Troia is also renowned for its wild and unspoilt pristine landscape, relaxed atmosphere and intriguing traditional villages with excellent local markets. The village sits within a National Park where you can see dolphins if you take one of the ferries and even flamingos.
| At a glance... | |
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| Cafes & restaurants | 10+ |
| National park | ✔ |
| Historical Roman sites | ✔ |
| Local markets | ✔ |
| Fishing villages close by | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| International airport | Lisbon 115kms - 75 minute drive |
| Ferry from Setúbal to Tróia | 15 mins drive to Comporta from Troia |
Troia takes some beating if you are looking for a family holiday as the beaches are fantastic. The beaches of the Tróia peninsula are great for families with younger children as the waves are more gentle than other parts of the Atlantic coast and the waters are shallow. There are also many beach cafes and bars to eat and buy ice cream or drinks especially at the Tróia Marina which is the where you can take a boat trip to see the dolphins in the Sado Reserve.
- Praia Comporta
- Tróia Galé beach
- Praia Soltroia
- Praia do Carvalhal
- Praia do Pego
Featured holiday rentals in Troia
A bit of hidden and undiscovered gem on the Lisbon coast, Troia offers a wide selection of self-catering holiday rental accommodation. Renting a villa or holiday home in Troia can be the ideal base for exploring the local area is perfect for families, friends or a romantic escape.
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Things to see & do around Troia
Troia and the surrounding area is full of interesting villages, historic towns and countryside to explore. One place not to be missed when exploring the area are the Roman ruins of Troia.
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| Take a boat trip along the Sado and Sesimbra rivers in Setúbal | ✔ |
| Hire a Land Rover and drive through the dunes and scenic landscapes | ✔ |
| Take a tour of the amazing Quinta da Regaleira estate | ✔ |
| Hire a bike and cycle through the rice fields | ✔ |
| Day trip to Lisbon and see the iconic sites | ✔ |
| Take a guided tour of the Castle of the Moors in Sintra | ✔ |
| Hores riding on the beach | ✔ |
| Paddleboard in melides lagoon and explore hidden coves | ✔ |
Our view on Troia holidays
We think Troia is a peaceful authentic fishing village and also a very attractive town making it a great base to discover the region. With glorious beaches, a bustling town centre with superb fish restaurants are just a few reasons why people go back year after year. Staying in an Troia holiday home, whether a luxury villa or apartment, is the best way to experience this stunning part of the Tróia Peninsula on the Lisboa coast.
