Best beaches in Portugal, 2026
Top-rated Portugal beaches by water quality, conditions and crowd
The top 25 beaches in Portugal ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 score that blends Purity, Conditions, Crowd and Vibe.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Baleal Beach
Peniche, Portugal
Popular beach for families and beginner surfers
2OBI 7.5+
Calheta Beach
Funchal, Portugal
Man-made golden sandy beach in Calheta
3OBI 7.5+
Carreiro Beach
Peniche, Portugal
Hidden gem near Peniche cliffs
4OBI 7.5+
Garajau Beach
Funchal, Portugal
Pebble beach with clear waters, less crowded
5OBI 7.5+
Hidden Porto Covo Cove
Sines, Portugal
Secluded cove at Porto Covo, perfect for quiet visits
6OBI 7.5+
Hidden Praia do Norte Cove
Nazaré, Portugal
Secluded cove at northern edge of Praia do Norte
7OBI 7.5+
Hidden Prainha Cove
Pico Island, Portugal
Secluded cove offering quiet beach experience
Ilha do Baleal Beach
Peniche, Portugal
Quiet island beach ideal for families
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+
Madalena Beach
Pico Island, Portugal
Scenic sandy beach popular with locals
12OBI 7.5+
Madalena Hidden Bay
Pico Island, Portugal
Hidden bay ideal for peaceful visits
13OBI 7.5+
Molhe Leste Beach
Peniche, Portugal
Less crowded beach with calm waters
Nazaré Beach
Nazaré, Portugal
World-renowned beach, famous for giant waves and surf competitions
15OBI 7.5+
Pederneira Beach
Nazaré, Portugal
Quiet beach near the historic Pederneira village
Pederneira Hidden Bay
Nazaré, Portugal
Offbeat bay offering privacy and calm waters
Piscinas Naturais de Porto Moniz
Porto Moniz, Portugal
Natural lava pools, top attraction for visitors
Ponta Ruiva Beach
Sines, Portugal
Scenic beach with dramatic cliffs and calm waters
19OBI 7.5+
Porto Covo Beach
Sines, Portugal
Iconic beach of Sines with white sand and picturesque village
20OBI 7.5+
Praia da Adraga
Almoçageme, Portugal
Picturesque cove beach framed by cliffs and dramatic rock formations
21OBI 7.5+
Praia da Agualva
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
Secluded beach with scenic cliffs
22OBI 7.5+
Praia da Albarquel
Setúbal, Portugal
Small hidden beach near Setúbal city
Praia da Angra
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
Well-known beach within reach of the town
Praia da Azarujinha
Cascais, Portugal
Secluded hidden bay, popular with locals
Praia da Azóia
Sesimbra, Portugal
Hidden gem, tranquil and less crowded