Setubal is a city in Portugal that has grown from a small fishing village into a thriving and busy tourist hotspot just a short distance from Lisbon; the country’s capital city. Car hire at Setubal can be used for getting to Lisbon as well as other parts of the country.

In the city tourists can expect to find many old buildings that can take days to explore. The old churches are the most popular and the Monastery of Jesus and the Sao Juliao Church are by far the most visited.

All of the city sights and attractions can be viewed with the use of cheap car hire at Setubal. The Sado River runs through the city and is the base for many restaurants and hotels in Setubal. Close to the river is an old fortress that has recently been turned into a five-star hotel.

For those interested in wildlife a trip to the Sado River isn’t complete without spotting the colony of wild dolphins who reside here. As well as the dolphins, the city lays claim to another famous resident in Jose Mourinho who’s house is located n the outskirts of the city.

Car rental at Setubal is also handy for getting out of the city and the protected parklands of the Arrabida National Park are a popular place to visit. There are many stunning beaches here and the whole area in unspoilt and extremely pretty and many choose to visit to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city.