Praia de Galapinhos

About Praia de Galapinhos

Praia de Galapinhos is one of the most famous beach of Setúbal. It's an ideal and safe place for both adults and children to visit in the summer. It has clear water, friendly locals, and good 3G+ coverage. You will find that the water here, as with many of the other Setúbal beaches is crystal clear and extremely inviting Ideal for snorkeling and for young children. This beach is so pretty that you'll take so many pictures! It's around 0.7km in length, which is small. There are no amenities so bring what you need and please don't leave anything behind. In peak summer months it can be difficult to stake out a peaceful place on the sand because it's a very popular beach among locals. The views are amazing but you need to watch out for the weather because it's not always good, so check The best time to visit Praia de Galapinhos to be prepared. The spectacular scenery includes trees, rocks, cliffs, mountain, and sea shells - prepare your camera! Be aware that bringing dogs is not allowed.

Safety and Access

You can go to this beach by car, bus, boat, and walking or hiking - note that it's not that easy to get there. There are no lifeguards on duty at the beach, so keep that in mind, but if you’re looking for somewhere to hang out or spend time, Praia de Galapinhos is a great place. There are lots of people at the beach so If you have kids, keep an eye on them at all times. Praia de Galapinhos is a family-friendly beach, with calm waters that are crystal clear and shallow, perfect for swimming. Pay attention if you go swimming because there are jellyfishes in the water.

Infrastructure

There are no outside shower, umbrella for rent, and chairs for rent. Nearby there are no food options, so bring plenty of food and water and remember to take all the trash with you.

Things to do on Praia de Galapinhos

The water here is suitable for swimming, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and standup paddleboarding. Walking and stargazing can be enjoyed as well.