Santa Maria e Santiago

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Where to stay in Santa Maria e Santiago

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Picota

Though Picota may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Roman Bridge and Old Town.

Picota
Hotel Don Rodrigues
Hotel Don Rodrigues
1 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 125 Km 134, Sitio da Pegada, Santa Margarida, Tavira, Faro
Stay at this hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (331 reviews)
"Great breakfast and the staff was very friendly"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

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Hotel Don Rodrigues
Quinta do Morgado - Monte da Eira
Quinta do Morgado - Monte da Eira
3 out of 5
Quinta do Morgado, Tavira
Stay at this 3-star resort in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (250 reviews)
"Lovely clean studio. Everything we needed for a comfortable 2 night stay. The teception was clear and easy check in."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

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Quinta do Morgado - Monte da Eira
Ozadi Tavira Hotel
Ozadi Tavira Hotel
4 out of 5
Quintas Das Oliveiras E N 125, Tavira
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The price is €183 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
€183
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (503 reviews)
"My wife and I spent 6 nights there. Very relaxing. Great breakfast, clean pool. Not too busy. Nice and quiet"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Ozadi Tavira Hotel
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Contemporary living 2 bedroom Apartment Central Tavira
Contemporary living 2 bedroom Apartment Central Tavira
Tavira
Stay at this apartment in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"This is a great apartment - spacious, excellent location with easy parking and access to a big pool on site. Very near local amenities including a big supermarket and shopping centre. Collette was an excellent host too - very responsive and went out of her way to make the stay special. Would ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sep 2024

Contemporary living 2 bedroom Apartment Central Tavira
Quinta da Baleeira
Quinta da Baleeira
3 out of 5
EM1348, Tavira
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Tavira Tower are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"We loved every minute of our stay at Quinta da Baleeira. Communication with staff prior to our arrival was very good and we received a very warm welcome from the on-site host, Carolina, the moment we entered through the gates. Throughout our stay, Carolina helped us out with everything we needed. ..."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Quinta da Baleeira
INCREDIBLE TOWNHOUSE IN TAVIRA WITH ROOFTOP & BARBECUE
INCREDIBLE TOWNHOUSE IN TAVIRA WITH ROOFTOP & BARBECUE
Tavira
Stay at this vacation home in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Tavira Castle are located ...
Girl's getaway
"Loved the central location.Property immaculate. Ideal for a group. Only negative was there is not a lot of sitting space in the living areaOnly"

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2025

INCREDIBLE TOWNHOUSE IN TAVIRA WITH ROOFTOP & BARBECUE
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Popular places to visit

Tavira Castle featuring a city

Tavira Castle

4/5(64 reviews)

Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

Tavira Castle
Roman Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge

Roman Bridge

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

Roman Bridge
Praca da Republica showing a fountain and a square or plaza

Praca da Republica

Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

Praca da Republica
Tavira Castle

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo

If Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria e Santiago.

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo
Misericordia Church showing a city

Misericordia Church

Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.

Misericordia Church

Old Town

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Old Town

Things to do

From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

€50
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Best of Leiria: Private Tour

Best of Leiria: Private Tour

€40
per adult
Best of Leiria: Private Tour
Discover Tavira - Tapas and Wine Tour

Discover Tavira - Tapas and Wine Tour

€75
per adult
Discover Tavira - Tapas and Wine Tour
Cabanas de Tavira: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

Cabanas de Tavira: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

€35
per adult
Cabanas de Tavira: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
5 Types of Olives Without Preservatives

Tavira Olive Experience Factory Tour and Tasting

€25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tavira Olive Experience Factory Tour and Tasting
Tavira Tuk Tuk Tour: Historic Center & Wine Tasting

Tavira Tuk Tuk Tour: Historic Center & Wine Tasting

€83
per adult
Tavira Tuk Tuk Tour: Historic Center & Wine Tasting
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Tavira Castle featuring a city

Tavira