Albufeira

The city of Albufeira is a lively city, where day and night are synonymous with fun and entertainment. Situated in Portugal’s Algarve, Albufeira is surrounded by green hills and rugged cliffs that tumble down to the sea, where the old, narrow lanes of its historic center are lined with brightly painted houses, churches and shops. Tourists come to relax on its gorgeous Zona Sul beach, or enjoy one of its many bars and restaurants.
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Top destinations in Albufeira

Olhos de Agua
1. Olhos de Agua
Most popular based on reviews
Check out Praia da Falésia, Praia do Barranco das Belharucas, and more
Guia
2. Guia
93% as popular as Olhos de Agua
Visit Zoomarine Algarve, Aladino Artesanato, and more
Gale
3. Gale
21% as popular as Olhos de Agua
Known for Praia dos Salgados, Praia da Galé, and more
Paderne
4. Paderne
0% as popular as Olhos de Agua
Ferreiras
6. Ferreiras
0% as popular as Olhos de Agua
Known for Sabi Espaco Corpo e Mente and more
Sesmarias
7. Sesmarias
0% as popular as Olhos de Agua
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Top attractions in Albufeira

Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal
1. Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal
4.6
(28526)
Theme park
Water & Amusement Parks
Marine park with seal & dolphin shows, an aquarium & a sandy beach with slides & a wave pool.
Praia da Rocha Baixinha
2. Praia da Rocha Baixinha
4.6
(3638)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Backdropped by cliffs, this long golden-sand beach is a popular swimming spot with a lifeguard.
Albufeira Old Town
3. Albufeira Old Town
4.4
(17489)
History museum
Lodging
Elegant district of whitewashed buildings housing shops & restaurants, plus traditional plazas.
Beach Olhos de Água
4. Beach Olhos de Água
4.4
(6136)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael
5. Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael
4.5
(3423)
European restaurant
Outdoor Activities
Swimming & sunbathing on a calm beach in a secluded setting bordered by steep cliffs & a rock arch.
Massa Fina da Praia da Galé
6. Massa Fina da Praia da Galé
4.4
(2034)
Restaurant
Outdoor Activities
Wide sandy beach with rock formations at one end, chair/umbrella rentals & a restaurant.

Other notable attractions

Praia da Oura
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Praia dos Pescadores
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Beach divided by a cliff featuring a concrete pier, an outdoor escalator & two parks nearby.
The Strip
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Neon-lit strip that comes alive at night, packed with nightclubs, eateries & open-fronted bars.
Algarve Shopping
Shopping mall
Shopping
Indoor mall with clothing & lifestyle stores, a large supermarket, a cinema, plus global eateries.
Marina de Albufeira
Marina
Nature & Parks
Praia dos Salgados
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Popular stretch of white-sand beach flanked by dunes, marshlands & a wooden promenade.
Praia da Coelha
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Rock formations surround this small, sandy cove & swimming beach with shells & a nearby cafe.
Parque aventura
High ropes course
Tours
Praia Santa Eulália
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Reached by boardwalks, this golden-sand beach backdropped by cliffs offers lifeguards & restaurants.
Praia do Barranco das Belharucas
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Serene sandy beach with a backdrop of cliffs, plus sunbed rentals, lifeguards & refreshment vendors.

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