Things to do in Algarve
Top things to do in Algarve
Lagos, Sagres and Cape St.Vincent Bus Tour
Grotto Cruise and Dolphin Watching from Albufeira
Quarteira Market and Vilamoura Half-Day Tour
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Albufeira Old Town Square
4/5(408 reviews)
Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.
Vilamoura Marina
4.5/5(504 reviews)
Take a boat trip to see dolphins and go parasailing with a tour operator near this marina, which is bordered by the town’s main strip of restaurants and nightclubs.
Falesia Beach
4.5/5(271 reviews)
Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.
Faro Island Beach
4.5/5(163 reviews)
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.
Faro Old Town
4.5/5(285 reviews)
For centuries, Faro’s fortified walls have enclosed the city’s most intriguing treasures, from the cathedral’s chamber of bones to a castle converted into a brewery.
Sao Rafael Beach
4.5/5(179 reviews)
Explore tidal pools and take part in adventure sports or just sit back, enjoy the warm sunshine and admire the wonderful scenery.
Areas of Algarve
Albufeira
Sunbathe on the beach, explore the old town and enjoy delicious seafood in Albufeira, one of the most popular holiday destinations in Portugal.
Portimao
Stroll along the scenic waterfront promenade, wander around the shop-lined pedestrianized streets of the old quarter and dine on fresh seafood at outdoor cafés.
Lagos
Soak up the sun on pristine beaches or explore compelling historic attractions in this picturesque town.
Vilamoura
Yachts, golf, up-scale accommodation and restaurants: This purpose-built Algarve resort is a stylish retreat with a scenic waterfront.
Faro
The Algarve is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. It’s known for having 300 days of sunshine per year, great seafood, top golf courses and beautiful resorts. With this kind of weather and a coastline that runs for approximately 200 kilometres, non-stop, notable for its picturesque limestone caves and idyllic beaches, it’s no wonder it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe.
Carvoeiro
This fishing village turned vacation resort presents a lovely scene of whitewashed houses centered around a picturesque sandy bay that’s ideal for sunbathing, swimming and watersports.
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