Visit Portimão City Centre
Popular places to visit
Rocha Beach
Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.
Portimão Marina
Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.
Vau Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Tres Irmaos Beach
Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.
Portimão Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Três Castelos Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
Things to do
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves
Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting
Portimão: Pirate Ship Cave Cruise
Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option
Lagos: Dolphin Watching with Professional Marine Biologists
Top hotels in Portimão City Centre
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Carvi Beach Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Vila Vita Parc
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Clube Albufeira Garden Village
Reviewed on 21 May 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Portimão City Centre
Praia da Rocha
Travellers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Três Castelos Beach and Algarve Casino.
Alagoas
While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Montes de Alvor
Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.
Prainha
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Prainha. A stop by Tres Irmaos Beach or Prainha Beach might round out your trip.
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.
Monte Judeu
When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Albufeira Old Town Square
- Sao Rafael Beach
- Marina de Lagos
- The Strip
- Benagil Beach
- Rocha Beach
- Balaia Golf Village
- Praia da Luz
- Albufeira Marina
- Oura Beach
- Marinha Beach
- Salgados Beach
- Alvor Beach
- Dona Ana Beach
- Camilo Beach
- Gale Beach
- Meia Beach
- Porto de Mos Beach
- Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
- Algarve Shopping Mall
- Slide and Splash Water Park
- Peneco Beach