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Tours & day trips
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History & culture
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Food, drink & nightlife
See all 31 activitiesOpens in new tabVisit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting
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Wildlife & nature
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Popular places to visit
Olhao Harbour
While staying in Olhão you’ll most likely want to visit the nearby islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park, which is accessible by ferry from this harbor.
Ilha da Fuzeta
Accessible only by boat, this spacious stretch of sand offers an appealing mix of amenities while still maintaining a remote, secluded feeling.
Olhao Municipal Market
Towering over the waterfront, this market is a symbol of Olhão's industriousness and agricultural traditions, which are depicted on tile paintings inside the buildings.
Parque Natural da Ria Formosa
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, a lovely green space in Olhao. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Praia da Armona-Ria
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Armona-Ria during your trip to Quelfes?
Colina Verde Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Moncarapacho e Fuseta at Colina Verde Golf Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel
You can find out about the history of Moncarapacho e Fuseta with a trip to Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Olhao
Bela Curral
While Bela Curral may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Olhao Municipal Market and Olhao Harbour.
Barranco de São Miguel
When in Barranco de São Miguel, you can plan a visit to Estoi Palace and Novacortica Cork Factory, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Olhao Harbour
- Ria Formosa Natural Park
- Ilha da Fuzeta
- Ilha da Culatra Beach
- Falesia Beach
- Vilamoura Marina
- Balaia Golf Village
- Faro Island Beach
- Praia dos Olhos de Água
- Oura Beach
- Faro Marina
- Manta Rota Beach
- Vilamoura Beach
- Ilha de Tavira Beach
- Ilha da Armona Beach
- Tavira Castle
- Quinta do Lago Golf
- Marina Beach
- Ilha da Barreta Beach
- Forum Algarve Mall
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