Algarve

The Algarve, Portugal’s southernmost region, is known for its Atlantic beaches and golf resorts. Whitewashed fishing villages on low cliffs overlooking sandy coves were transformed in the 1960s, and now its central coast between Lagos and Faro is lined with villas, hotels, bars and restaurants. The region's western Atlantic coast and rugged interior are less developed.
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Top destinations in Algarve

Albufeira
1. Albufeira
Most popular based on reviews
Check out Learn2Sail, Praia da Falésia, and more
Lagos
2. Lagos
62% as popular as Albufeira
Visit Ponta da Piedade, Praia do Canavial, and more
Portimao
3. Portimao
36% as popular as Albufeira
Known for Praia dos Três Irmãos, Alvor Boardwalk, and more
Olhos de Agua
4. Olhos de Agua
30% as popular as Albufeira
Check out Praia da Falésia, Praia do Barranco das Belharucas, and more
Guia
5. Guia
27% as popular as Albufeira
Visit Zoomarine Algarve, Aladino Artesanato, and more
Tavira
6. Tavira
26% as popular as Albufeira
Known for Costabeach Tavira Island and Tours, Praia do Barril, and more
Faro
7. Faro
23% as popular as Albufeira
Check out Ilha Deserta, Igreja da Ordem Terceira de Nossa Senhora do Monte do Carmo, and more
Loule
8. Loule
22% as popular as Albufeira
Visit Igreja de Sao Lourenco de Almancil, Marina de Vilamoura, and more
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Top attractions in Algarve

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.
Praia da Rocha
3. Praia da Rocha
4.6
(10683)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Busy beach with towering rock formations in & around the water, plus hotels & eateries nearby.
Ponta da Piedade
4. Ponta da Piedade
4.8
(20563)
Scenic spot
Nature & Parks
Well-known coastal rock formations with caves & grottos that are often visited by boat tours.
Marina de Vilamoura
5. Marina de Vilamoura
4.6
(362)
Notable street
Nature & Parks
Tourist destination featuring a wide variety of shops, restaurants & bars along the waterfront.
Albufeira Old Town
6. Albufeira Old Town
4.4
(17489)
History museum
Lodging
Elegant district of whitewashed buildings housing shops & restaurants, plus traditional plazas.

Other notable attractions

Cabo de Sao Vicente
Peninsula
Sights & Landmarks
The most southwesterly point in mainland Europe, this cape has seen many naval conflicts.
Praia de Alvor
Beach
Sights & Landmarks
Expansive, sandy stretch backed by a wooden boardwalk, dotted with seafood restaurants & beach bars.
Slide & Splash
Water park
Water & Amusement Parks
Seasonal water park with slides, pools & rides plus live falconry, reptile & tropical bird shows.
Praia do Camilo
Beach
Outdoor Activities
200 wooden steps down to sheltered, sandy cove divided by ochre-colored rocks with hand-dug tunnel.
Marinha Beach
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Surrounded by cliffs & pit caves, this popular ocean beach is renowned for its rustic beauty.
Beach Olhos de Água
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Igreja de Santa Maria
Catholic cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
Catholic cathedral dating to the 13th century, with a small museum of religious relics & objects.
Tavira Island
Island
Nature & Parks
11 kilometer-long island with scenic white-sand beaches with clear water for swimming.
Meia Praia
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Spacious, golden-sand beach set amid rocky cliffs, with hotels, cafes & bars nearby.
Sagres Fortress
Fortress
Sights & Landmarks
Unusual sea fort with a single fortified wall & 3 natural cliffs providing protection for defenders.

Q&A about Algarve

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Lagos! I loved top city hostel - might be a little cold this time of year but the views are worth it imo
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Dorcas Shanahan
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Agree on Portimao and also really liked Albufeira. The Benagil Cave is a really cool thing to experience when you are down south. :)
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Augusta Bins
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