Historic landmarks
Main monuments, best viewpoints, and what’s worth your time in Espinho.
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Explore the best of Espinho
Espinho is a destination in Portugal, about 315 km from Lisbon Airport.
Weather
19°C
Clear
Lisbon time 13:15 • 19 Oct 2026
Nearest airport
OPO
34 km
Porto Airport (OPO) · 34 km
Region
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Portugal
Population
31,043
Residents
Overview
Plan your visit: the sights of Espinho, what to eat and where to stay.
Landmarks · Cuisine · Hotels
Hotels & stays
Book the right stay in Espinho: best areas, smart picks, and options for every budget.
Espinho beach
A long sandy beach with a seafront promenade, popular for surfing, bodyboarding and summer evenings.
Espinho Casino
A historic casino by the beach, with gaming rooms, shows and restaurants.
Monday market
One of the largest weekly markets in the north, filling the streets every Monday with clothes, produce and household goods.
Municipal Museum
A museum in a former fish cannery, telling the story of Espinho's fishermen and canning industry.
Oporto Golf Club
A links course by the sea, founded in 1890 and the oldest golf club in the Iberian Peninsula.
Caldeirada de peixe
A fishermen's stew of several fish with potato, onion and tomato.
Raias de pitau
Skate served with a hot garlic, paprika and vinegar sauce, a speciality of the coast south of Porto.
Pão de ló de Ovar
A soft sponge cake left half-runny in the middle, from the neighbouring town of Ovar.
Vinho Verde
Light, fresh wine of the north, served cold with fish.
Arroz de marisco
Soupy seafood rice with clams, prawns and crab.
Espinho travel guide & FAQ
Espinho travel guide
Espinho is a seaside town 20 minutes south of Porto, laid out in a grid of numbered streets. It grew as a fishing village and then a fashionable beach resort, and it still has a long sandy beach, a casino and a lively summer. It is an easy base for a beach stay close to the city.
What to see
Walk the promenade along Espinho beach, popular with surfers and bodyboarders. Try your luck at the casino, or simply enjoy its shows. On Mondays, the huge market fills the streets with clothes, produce and household goods. Visit the Municipal Museum, set in a former fish cannery, to learn about the fishing past, and golfers can play at the Oporto Golf Club, founded in 1890.
What to eat
Order a fish caldeirada, raias de pitau (skate with a garlic and paprika sauce), and arroz de marisco. For dessert, try the soft pão de ló de Ovar from the next town. Drink a cold Vinho Verde.
Nearby
Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto are 20 minutes north, and Santa Maria da Feira and its castle are 15 minutes inland.
Getting there
Espinho is about 30 km from Porto Airport. GoToo drives you door to door at a fixed price per vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers, so you can book with confidence.
Every Monday, in the streets near the centre.
Yes. The beaches have regular waves and are popular for surfing and bodyboarding.
About 20 km, around 20 minutes by car or by train.
GoToo runs private transfers, about 30 km, at a fixed price per vehicle.
Map of Espinho
Highlights
- Seaside town south of Porto
- Surf and bodyboard
- Iberia's oldest golf club
- About 30 km from Porto Airport by private transfer
Private transfers in Espinho
- ✓ Fixed price · no surprises
- ✓ Up to 90 min airport waiting included
- ✓ Professional licensed driver
Getting to Espinho
Espinho sits about 34 km from Porto Airport, roughly 30 minutes by road. Public transport often means changes and waiting, and may leave you a walk from where you want to be. A private transfer takes you door-to-door, with a fixed price and no connections — from €29 from Porto Airport.
Events in Espinho
Upcoming festivals, exhibitions and cultural events in Espinho, with dates and venues. Information is updated regularly from official tourism sources.
Lambchop (Espinho)
Lambchop (Espinho) takes place on 22 November 2026 at Auditório de Espinho - Espinho in Espinho.
Lambchop, the Nashville band led by Kurt Wagner, brings their latest album Punching the Clown to the stage in a stripped-down format. Expect an intimate performance built around minimalist compositions exploring love, humor, and reflection. The duo setup of Wagner and Andrew Broder keeps things close and personal, very much in line with the band's three-decade tradition of quiet, human songwriting.
Venue: Auditório de Espinho - Espinho · Official website
Efterklang (Espinho)
Efterklang (Espinho) takes place on 11 December 2026 at Auditório de Espinho - Espinho in Espinho.
Danish indie band Efterklang comes to Espinho's Auditório de Espinho, marking about 20 years since their debut album 'Tripper'. Known for collaborations with symphony orchestras and over 500 concerts worldwide, the band returned in 2024 with 'Things We Have In Common', a record blending their distinctive sound with pop influences.
Venue: Auditório de Espinho - Espinho · Official website