Eventually, we gave up. We found what we hoped was free parking. We needed to find a restroom and it was not easy. We were most thankful to find the library and use their facilities. It is an attractive town and we were pleased to...More

It is very easy to take the public bus to Alcobaca from Nazare to explore the town. Highlight is the Monastery, but the town around the Monastery is very cute, great pastry at Pastelaria Alcoa across square from the Monastery. Very good shopping here, lowest...More

We only had an hour but could have spent a whole day in the quaint shops and beautiful chapels. The walled city with labyrinth of cobble stone streets is worth a visit. Nice cafes and hidden side streets with flashes of flowers. Peaceful pleasant and...More

The town centers around the monastery. There are rows of shops and restaurants within easy walking distance. The town is clean and we were able to find pay parking down town.