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Wine tasting tours in Setubal Peninsula take you deep into a peninsula between the Tagus and the Sado estuaries south of Lisbon, stopping at producers of Castelão, Fernão Pires and Moscatel de Setúbal for guided tastings of rich Castelão reds from Palmela and the extraordinary fortified Moscatel de Setúbal. Whether you want a quick wine tasting near you or an immersive winery experience, Setubal Peninsula delivers at every pace.

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What travellers says about Setubal Peninsula Wine Tours

Paul
Paul May 8, 2024
Family of 3 Wonderful!! Loved it! Would come back again.
Setubal Peninsula: Guided Tour with Super Premium Wine Tasting with Regional Products at José Maria Da Fonseca Manor House & Museum
Aimée
Aimée September 25, 2024
Magical, thankyou so much! ✨ Exceptional service, our tour guide was super friendly and very informative. So many interesting facts, understanding of the history as well as the impact...
Setubal Peninsula: Guided Tour with Super Premium Wine Tasting with Regional Products at José Maria Da Fonseca Manor House & Museum
Sam
Sam November 14, 2025
Really interesting tour, atmospheric cellar and delicious wines! Andrea was a fantastic host. We started outside, learning about the cooperative and how the different types of wine are made. We then went into the cellar...
Setubal Peninsula Wine Tour & Tasting at Adega Cooperativa De Palmela
Fátima
Fátima January 4, 2026
Muito bom A pleasant surprise.
Setubal Peninsula Wine Tour & Tasting at Adega Cooperativa De Palmela
Verena
Verena December 30, 2025
Nice winery We had a great afternoon at Quinta do Piloto.
Setubal Peninsula Wine & Terroir Tour at Quinta Do Piloto Winery

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The centuries-old wine traditions of Setúbal Peninsula today can offer a diverse palette of wines. If you are looking for the best muscat wines – Muscatel de Setúbal is what you need to include in your wine tasting. There is a surprising amount to see and do during the wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula. Check the vineyards with exciting views around, walk through the labyrinth of cobbled streets in the old centre, join a dolphin watching tour, relax on the turquoise watered beach, try local savoury foods with a glass of exquisite local wine. This is the incomplete list of activities of your Setúbal peninsula wine tour.

At WineTourism.com, we provide a wide choice of wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula together with our local partner wineries. Below you will find a list of wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula with a direct booking option and a map of the region with the exact location of each winery. Choose your favourite wine tasting in Setúbal Peninsula or the Winery tour, let us know, and we will guarantee your unforgettable experience

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by air?

Lisbon Airport is the near-located international airport and it is a good starting point to look for wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula.

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by car?

If you’re planning to visit wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula with your family or a group of friends, a car might be a nice option. The distance between Lisbon to Setúbal is 50 km and it takes about 40 minutes to get by car following A2 and A12 highways. You can enjoy various wine tastings and excursions around Palmela wine appellation, which is on the way to Setúbal.

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by train?

One of the easiest and fastest ways to get from Lisbon to Setúbal. It's possible to catch a train from the stations Roma-Areeiro, Entrecampos, Sete Rios, or Campolide straight to Setúbal from where you can start your journey to wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula. You can check the schedule of the trains by visiting the website www.fertagus.pt. A train is also a good option as it's less risk that you'll be stuck in traffic at Bridge 25 de Abril leaving the city.

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by bus?

There is also the option to go to wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula by catching a bus from Lisbon. The bus company TST provides busses in two lines running in this direction. You can catch line 561 from Praça da Espanha, which is connected to the blue metro line, as well as line 562 from Oriente connected to the red metro line. The road takes around an hour journey, but you need to take into account the rush hour if you want to avoid getting into heavy traffic when leaving or entering the city, as many people live in Setubal and work in Lisbon.
Website www.tsuldotejo.pt helps to find the timetable of the bus lines.

What is the best season to experience wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula?

If you've heard the song "April in Portugal", you already know that spring is the best time to visit the country. And of course, autumn is the time of harvest, which cannot be missed. The months from April to September are considered as an enjoyable time to visit wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula and enjoy pleasant weather conditions from the hills, illuminated by floral carpets and almond blossoms, transforming the countryside. Summer is the best for a sea voyage on a sightseeing boat in the Sado Nature Reserve and makes sure to do a dolphin-watching tour.

What to do in Setúbal Peninsula?

Recharge yourself on the beach of Praia do Creiro with its golden sand and beautiful natural scenery. Visit Palmela Castle, which towers high above the entire region, and take a ferry to Troia Peninsula and enjoy your unforgettable trip.
When you are lucky enough to get to this wine region, be sure to visit Cabo Espichel and the protected natural area of the Serra da Arrabida, join a dolphin-watching tour in search of a pod of dolphins living at the mouth of the Sado River, and visit Mercado do Livramento, Portugal's largest fish and food market.
For more travel tips, have a look at our travel guide to Setúbal Peninsula.

What to taste in Setúbal Peninsula?

Here are some tips on what to taste during a wine tasting in Setúbal Peninsula:
Setúbal Peninsula wine region is famous for its muscat white wines. It is made from two types of Muscat, which is called Moscatel in Portuguese: Moscatel de Setubal and Moscatel Roxo.
Moscatel, in addition to the grape variety, is called fortified wine made from the same variety. When it is aged for several years in barrels, it is an elegant and refined wine, with the aroma of raisins, nuts, coffee, fragrant herbs, honey.

What is the typical wine tasting and tour in Setúbal Peninsula like?

The tasting process itself is an impressive and beautiful action that meets all the traditions and recommendations for drinking wines. An important advantage is the fact that wine tours are an opportunity not only to try but also to purchase your favorite ones immediately in the cellar, which gives confidence in their authenticity.
During your wine tasting and tours in the Setúbal Peninsula region, you can visit the wineries and get acquainted with the traditions and peculiarities of winemaking in the region.

Language tips for wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula

Some words to remember before you experience wine tastings and tours in Setúbal Peninsula:
“Vinho” – Wine
“Prove de Vinho” – Wine tasting
“vinícola” or “Quinta” – Winery 
“Terreno Vinhático”, “Vinha”, “Vinhado” – Vineyard
“Adega” – Wine cellar
Saúde! –  Cheers!