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Guided visit to Silves the islamic capital of the Algarve

By AlgarvianRoots
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Free cancellation available
Price is €45 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Guided tour to Silves the Islamic capital of the Algarve
  • Discover the ancient history of this city
  • Find the beauty hidden in the streets of Silves

Activity location

    • Castle of Silves
    • Silves, Faro, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 5HP5+3H Silves, Portugal | In front of the Burguer Ranch in Silves
    • Silves, Faro District, Portugal

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided visit to Silves.
  • Inclusions
    Visit to the local market
  • Inclusions
    Local products snack
  • Exclusions
    Entrance to the archaeology museum, cathedral and castle.
  • Exclusions
    The price for the museum and castle is 3,90€ per person.
  • Exclusions
    To visit the church it's 2€ per person

What you can expect

  • The visit will be carried out by a native guide from Silves.

    You will discover the history of this ancient city, its people the traditions, stories and local flavours.

    Let's start by visiting the local market and finding the best products that are produced in the region.

    During the tour we will contemplate the architecture and interpret the diversity of styles.

    Upon entering the city inside the wall, we will discover the archaeological wealth that’s exists here. We will enter the Cathedral, one of the most important Gothic buildings in the Algarve, and enter the Castle, one of the most peculiar Muslim fortifications in Portugal, built in red sandstone.

Location

Activity location

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    • Castle of Silves
    • Silves, Faro, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 5HP5+3H Silves, Portugal | In front of the Burguer Ranch in Silves
    • Silves, Faro District, Portugal