Luxury holidays in Torres Vedras

When to go

Warm summers, mild winters and an ever-present Atlantic breeze make this a destination with all-year allure.

Getting there

• Planes

  Lisbon airport is a half-hour drive away. British Airways (britishairways.com) and TAP (flytap.com) both fly direct from London to Lisbon; TAP also operates direct flights from Newark in the US to the city.

• Trains

  It takes an hour and a half to get from Lisbon to Torres Vedras by train, and the journey involves frequent stops and at least one change. For a smoother (and quicker) ride, hop on one of the frequent buses from Lisbon’s Campo Grande terminal to Torres Vedras (around 40 minutes).

• Automobiles

  A car is a good idea if you’re planning on exploring the nearby towns but if you’re tying in a trip to Lisbon, ditch your wheels beforehand – driving in Lisbon can be a hair-whitening experience.

• Taxis

  Cabs are hard to come by, so avoid stressful searches or long waits by asking your hotel to book transfers.