Best family beaches in Portugal, 2026
25 family beaches in Portugal that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to family travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Aguda Beach
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Popular beach for locals and tourists with calm waters
2OBI 7.5+
Apúlia Beach
Esposende, Portugal
Popular beach with golden sand, known for safe swimming areas
3OBI 7.5+
Baleal Beach
Peniche, Portugal
Popular beach for families and beginner surfers
4OBI 7.5+
Calheta Beach
Funchal, Portugal
Man-made golden sandy beach in Calheta
5OBI 7.5+
Costa Nova Beach
Costa Nova, Portugal
Iconic striped houses and wide sandy beach
6OBI 7.5+
Fão Beach
Fão, Portugal
Less crowded sandy beach suitable for families
7OBI 7.5+
Granja Beach
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Well-known local beach with amenities
Ilha do Baleal Beach
Peniche, Portugal
Quiet island beach ideal for families
9OBI 7.5+
Lajes Beach
Pico Island, Portugal
Popular family-friendly beach in Lajes
Machico Beach
Funchal, Portugal
Historic beach in Machico with golden sands
11OBI 7.5+
Marinhas Beach
Esposende, Portugal
Less crowded sandy beach popular among locals
12OBI 7.5+
Meia Praia
Lagos, Portugal
Large beach suitable for families and water sports
13OBI 7.5+
Miramar Beach
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Iconic beach in Gaia, known for white sands and scenic views
Nazaré Beach
Nazaré, Portugal
World-renowned beach, famous for giant waves and surf competitions
Ofir Beach
Esposende, Portugal
Most iconic beach of Esposende with dunes and family-friendly amenities
16OBI 7.5+
Palheiros Beach
Murtosa, Portugal
Quiet beach suitable for families and relaxation
17OBI 7.5+
Pederneira Beach
Nazaré, Portugal
Quiet beach near the historic Pederneira village
Piscinas Naturais de Porto Moniz
Porto Moniz, Portugal
Natural lava pools, top attraction for visitors
19OBI 7.5+
Porto Covo Beach
Sines, Portugal
Iconic beach of Sines with white sand and picturesque village
Praia da Angra
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
Well-known beach within reach of the town
21OBI 7.5+
Praia da Barra
Ílhavo, Portugal
Regional favorite near Barra lighthouse, good for surfing and sunbathing
22OBI 7.5+
Praia da Buarcos
Figueira da Foz, Portugal
Popular regional beach suitable for families
23OBI 7.5+
Praia da California
Sesimbra, Portugal
Popular central beach with family-friendly facilities
24OBI 7.5+
Praia da Claridade
Figueira da Foz, Portugal
Iconic beach in Figueira da Foz, very popular and central
Praia da Conceição
Cascais, Portugal
Central beach in Cascais, ideal for families