A number of beaches line the coastline of the Pontevedra estuary below Samieira ranging from long, sandy beaches to rocky coves. Some have a choice of cafes and restaurants to enjoy whilst others are perfect for taking a picnic and enjoying the natural surroundings. To the north of Samieira, in O Grove, dog friendly beaches can be found and also a number of places offering water sports, surfing lessons and boat trips around the estuary from the harbour.
The selection of well-known supermarkets around Samieira makes it easy to pick up groceries to stock the cupboards and find fresh produce to enjoy. As well as the big, well-stocked supermarkets in the area, smaller stores run by locals can be found in Sameieira and the surrounding villages and shopping in these is a great way to support local businesses as well as mingling with the locals and getting locally source produce.
Banks, cashpoints, clothes shops, chemists and many other useful amenities can be found in nearby Sanxenxo and Pontevedra.
Samieira is almost equal distance from the large, historic city of Pontevedra and the seaside town of Sanxenxo. Pontevedra is a charming city to wander around and its centre is almost completely pedestrianised making it ideal for leisurely strolls whilst window shopping or sitting back and relaxing in one of the many cafes and watching the world go by. Numerous restaurants and bars are to be found in Pontevedra with something for everyone.
A visit to Sanxenxo is ideal for relaxing on the beach and perhaps sipping a cold cocktail or local beer in one of the beach bars which open in the summer months and offer refreshments and occasionally live music in the evenings. A number of restaurants can be found in the town and in the harbour, the Nautical Club offers boat excursions to enjoy.
The Galician Atlantic Maritime National Park can be seen on a clear day from the coastline around the Pontevedra estuary and can be visited by the public by boat from Cangas, Vigo or Baiona ports. The Cies Islands, which sit at the mouth of the Vigo estuary, are the most well-known of the islands and the beach which connects them, called Rodas Beach, was once voted the best beach in the world by the Guardian newspaper, making it a very popular place to visit. As well as stunning beaches, the islands offer an abundance of flora and fauna to be seen, hiking trails to follow and the Cies Islands also have a restaurant. During the boat journey to the islands you may be lucky enough to spot dolphins or tortoises in their natural habitat.
