As a guide to Lisbon, Portugal, some popular day trips from the city include Sintra, Cascais, and the beautiful beaches of Costa da Caparica. Sintra is a picturesque town with stunning castles, palaces and parks, located about 30 minutes by train from Lisbon. Cascais is a fishing village that has been transformed into a sophisticated resort where visitors can enjoy the beach, golf courses and museums. The nearby Costa da Caparica offers 13 kilometers of sandy beach for swimming, surfing and sunbathing.