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Discover the ultimate 5-day Algarve road trip itinerary, travelling west to east through Portugal's stunning coast. Perfect for independent travellers and those arriving at Faro Airport. Follow our guide, or mix it up to suit your schedule.
Discover the best dolphin watching tours in the Algarve! Find out where to see wild dolphins, the best boat trips, and how to book an unforgettable experience! Combine dolphin watching boat trips with a tour of the amazing caves, including famous Benagil cave.
Restaurants for Romantics in Algarve...find the most romantic restaurants, with amazing seaviews and beautiful settings, where love is celebrated. Romance should be everyday, not just on Valentine's day. Here is our round up top romantic restaurants for any day of the year.
Learn how Capital Gains Tax works when selling property in Portugal, including exemptions, deductions, and new reinvestment rules to help reduce your tax liability. Updated for 2025.
The Benagil Sea Cave, on the Algarve coast, is a spot of amazing natural beauty. Discover how to visit the cave, the best time of day to visit and how to get to Benagil. Located on the Southern coast of Portugal, the cave can only be reached by sea, although there are hiking trails that cross the cliffs above the cave.
Looking for quirky activities and hidden gems in the Algarve for 2025? Discover the best unusual things to do and see from cross-border zip lines to skull-lined chapels of bones and underground wine cellars. Here are some of the fun, different and awesome things to do when in the Algarve.
Santos Populares are among the most vibrant, fun-filled, and traditional festivals in Portugal. Taking place throughout June, these street parties honour three popular saints and turn cities, towns, and villages into buzzing hubs of music, dancing, grilled sardines, and celebration.
What you need to know about the new rules in Albufeira introduced in June 2025. Find out what's not allowed, and why the code was introduced. For tourists and locals, at root, the rules aim to make Albufeira a safe, friendly and fun place to live and play.
Guide to Albufeira by our local Algarve expert. Find the best things to do, where to go and what to see in Albufeira. Find the most popular nightlife spots on the famous Strip. Discover Albufeira Old Town, the amazing Albufeira New Year's Eve Party, fun boat trips, days out and the gorgeous beaches.
Noitada Portimão - a super two day festival all around Portimão. Concerts, lazer shows, silent disco, video mapping and more across 15 different zones and 4 main stages. It's going to be huge! A celebration of the arts and theatre, of music and culture, with Portimão town as the stage.
Sunset parties at NoSoloÁgua Portimão, every weekend. Choose your vibe - toes in the sand and a drink in your hand, or sashaying round the pool. Sounds and sunsets by the sea don't get better than at NoSolo! Head to Praia da Rocha marina to join the fun.
Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at Lobos! The new hot-spot for Summer 2025, Lobos is all about delicious food, your favourite drinks, a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Live music from 9:30pm for fabulous Algarve nights.
Boat party! Board the Ophelia for a fab sunset session and cruise along the Algarve coast. Departing Portimão, enjoy a 4 hour sunset cruise and boat party featuring the fabulous Bubba Brothers and DJ Mikas! Book now to get early bird rates. This ship sails on 19th July. at 5pm.
Special lunch menu by the sea in Vale do Lobo. U&Co offers amazing beach and ocean views, overlooking the famous Praça. Enjoy a super Lunch Set Menu - 3 courses for €25 per person! Get the details here.
An incredible underground wine cellar (Cave dos Vinhos) is the setting for a special tasting and dining experience. Discover Vila Vita Parc's amazing wine cellar and enjoy a unique dining experience 8 metres underground! Home to over 11.000 bottles of wine, this is the largest private wine collection in Portugal.
Live music in Vilamoura at Honorio Pool Lounge & Restaurant. A super day-to-night club, you can enjoy outdoor live music sessions by the pool. Afternoon and evening sessions. Sax, voice and piano - chilled vibes for mellow Algarve nights. See the programme here.
Insider tip: the best value and most delicious lunch is at Tribulum Restaurant! For just €18.50 per person you can enjoy the chef's creations with a choice of starters and main course. Available every Tuesday to Saturday. Unbeatable!
Silves Medieval Festival is back! One of the biggest summer fairs, this is a fabulous celebration of Silves history, with music, food, knights and minstrels, all in medieval garb. Not to be missed.From 8th to 17th August, every day from 6pm.
Explore the Algarve from Albufeira on a private tour by car to Silves Castle and the Monchique Mountains. Marvel at the Termas de Monchique, Silves city, and more on this historical tour.
Venture out into the countryside of Albufeira on a buggy tour. Go offroad and tackle the offroad trails as you enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding hills and Paderne Castle.
Discover the hidden beauties of Portugal's Algarve region on this guided tour. See iconic landscapes, stop at a local pottery shop, and enjoy a wine tasting.
Take a fun tuk-tuk ride from Albufeira and discover the Benagil Caves. Visit Our Lady of the Rock, explore the Seven Hanging Valleys, see one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, and admire the largest cave in the Algarve, Cathedral Cave.
Head out for a day of history and adventure and visit some of the most incredible locations in the Algarve. Take the scenic route and explore lesser-known roads for the most authentic experience.
See the protected areas of the Algarve region of Portugal on a 1.5-hour Segway tour of Rio Formosa Natural Park, located 20 minutes outside of Faro. Ride the paths through the park, observing the huge variety of bird life and learning about the ecosystem.
Embark on an adventurous day out with an off-road experience with views of the Algarve inland and surrounding hills. Take stops for pictures while having a fun ride in the Algarve countryside.
Get back to nature in the diverse barrier islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park. Visit local villages and beaches, get stunning views of Olhão, and enjoy the fresh local fish at lunch.
Hop on a speedboat to visit the famous Benagil Sea Caves on a short adventure tour. Ride rapidly across the waves to admire views of the scenic Algarve coastline.
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Our guide to Albufeira by our Algarve local expert. Find the best restaurants in Albufeira, popular things to do and where to have fun in Albufeira, the Algarve's best nightlife destination.
Our guide to Algarve Beaches by our Algarve local expert. Find the best & most popular beaches in the Algarve. Find Blue Flag & accessible beaches, beaches with family facilities, bars & restaurants, & watersports.
Find marinas in the Algarve - Vilamoura, Albufeira, Portimão and Lagos. Discover the most popular marina restaurants, bars and nightlife hotspots. Find out which marinas are best for families and kids, and book the best boat trips in the Algarve.
Discover the best of the Algarve with our local guides. Detailed information, local ingishgts and top tips on things to do and see, popular attractions, discover the best bars, beaches and restaurants in our favourite Algarve towns and villages.
Our guide to Almancil by our Algarve local expert. Find the best restaurants in Almancil, popular things to do, where to go shopping in Almancil and the best placesfor kids entertainment and family fun in Almancil.
Our guide to Alte by our Algarve local expert. Find out about the natural Fontes at Alte. Find popular restaurants and cafes in Alte and the best things to do and see in Alte, one of most typical Algarvean villages.
Alvor is one of the Algarve’s most popular destinations, with some of the best beaches for families and kids, and the popular Alvor boardwalk. Find the best restaurants in Alvor, the best walks and the best Algarve boat tours from Alvor.
Our guide to Armação de Pêra by our Algarve local expert. Find the best restaurants in Armação, the best nightlife, popular things to do and where to have fun with the kids in Armação de Pêra, one of the Algarve's best family beach resorts.
Next to the small Algarve village of Benagil is one of the most beautiful sea caves in the world - the Benagil sea cave or the Algar de Benagil. Reachable only by se...
Burgau is a typical Algarvean village on the Algarve's west coast. Located on the edge of the Algarve's Costa Vicentina Natural Park, Burgau is a popular family beach destination and great for walking holidays. Find the best things to do in Burgau.
Carvoeiro is a popular beach resort in the Algarve, with a great choice of accommodation. Find out what's on in Carvoeiro this summer. Find the best restaurants in Carvoeiro, popular things to do and fun for the kids in Carvoeiro.
Castro Marim is a historical town in the Algarve, close to the Portuguese / Spanish border. Find out about Castro Marim Castle and the annual Medieval Festival. Find the best restaurants and other things to do in Castro Marim.
Find out about the Costa Vicentina Natural Park on the Western coast of the Algarve. Find popular things to do, the best nature walks and surfing beaches in Costa Vicentina, the Algarve's bird watching paradise.
Faro, the capital of the Algarve, is the biggest city in Southern Portugal. Find the best restaurants in Faro, popular things to do, the best places for shopping and where to have fun in Faro, the Algarve's best arts and culture destination.
Ferragudo is a small, traditional fishing village in the Algarve. Find the best beach restaurants in Ferragudo, the best boat trips, popular things to do and where to have fun in Ferragudo, one of the Algarve's most charming fishing villages.
Our guide to Lagos by our Algarve local expert. Find the best beaches, accommodation, and popular restaurants in Lagos. See where to go for the best nightlife in Lagos, popular things to do and where to have fun in this ancient maritime town on the Algarve's south coast.
Loulé is large market town in the Algarve, near Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago. Find the best restaurants in Loulé, popular things to do and what to see in Loulé. Find out about the Loulé Carnival, the famous produce market and the annual White Night party.
Find the best things to do in Monchique. Try the most popular walks and cycle routes in Monchique and the best restaurants, spa breaks and luxury accommodation in the area. Visit Foiá, the highest point in the Algarve.
Monte Gordo is a popular beach resort, close to Vila Real de Santo Antonio and an easy drive from the Algarve's Faro Airport. Find the best restaurants in Monte Gordo, fun things to do with the kids and where to go in Monte Gordo, a top Algarve family holiday destination.
Olhão is a historic town and the biggest fishing port in east Algarve, on the Ria Formosa lagoon. Olhão hosts a famous seafood festival and there are plenty of things to do in Olhão. Find the best boat trips and the the most popular restaurants in Olhão.
A fantasy landscape of caves, grottoes and sea arches. Unmissable! Should you find yourself near Lagos you must visit Ponta da Piedade. Located just to the west of the town, this is a stunningly beautiful section of a coastline that already has more than its fair share of natural wonders. The promontory of Ponta da Piedade is unique, artworks sculpted by nature over thousands of years.
Portimão is the second largest city in the Algarve. Find the best restaurants and beaches in Portimão, popular things to do and the best shopping malls. A popular town for remote work and digital nomads, Portimão is friendly and cosmopolitan, offering a sunny lifestyle all year round.
Praia da Luz is popular family destination close to Lagos on the Algarve's west coast. Find the best restaurants in Praia da Luz, popular things to do and where to have fun in Praia da Luz, one of the Algarve's most charming seaside resorts.
Praia da Rocha is a popular resort for families, couples and singles. Find the best things to do and the best nightlife spots in Praia da Rocha. Find popular beach restauants, where to party and have fun with the kids in Praia da Rocha, one of the Algarve's most popular holiday destinations.
Quarteira is a popular beach resort with plenty of fun and entertainment for all the family. Find the best restaurants in Quarteira, popular things to do, the best nightlife and where to have fun with the kids. Find out about Quarteira's huge gypsy market and the champoinship golf courses in nearby Vilamoura.
Quinta do Lago is an exclusive golf and residential estate just 20 minutes' drive from Faro Airport. Find luxury accommodation, the best restaurants, where to shop, where to have fun and the most popular things to do in Quinta do Lago, a paradise overlooking the Ria Formosa Natural Park and Atlantic Ocean.
Ria Formosa is a large network of barrier islands and inlets created by constantly shifting sand banks. Find out about coastal birds that inhabit the protected Ria Formosa Natural Park, fishing and shellfish harvesting and the famous Ria Formosa oysters. Find the best restaurants, ferry boats and things to do in Ria Formosa.
Our guide to Roman Algarve by our Algarve local expert - Portugal has a long and rich history as the southern gateway to Europe. Find Roman ruins in the Algarve - the Milreu ruins in Estói and Cerro do Vila in Vilamoura. See Roman mosaics and other archaeological finds at Faro Museum.
Sagres, on the far west coast of the Algarve, is where the golden age of the Portuguese Discoveries began. Sagres is a popular fishing and surfing destination and hosts an annual Bird Watching Festival. Find the best surfing beaches, popular restaurants and things to do in Sagres. Find out about the Fortaleza of Sagres and watch the best Algarve sunsets here.
Salema is a quaint seaside village on the Algarve's west coast, with a popular beach with dinosaur footprints!. Find the best restaurants in Salema, popular walking trails, bike rides and things to do in Salema, one of the Algarve's most charming fishing villages.
Silves, the 'Orange Capital of the Algarve' is the region's former capital city. Find the best things to do in Silves, boat trips on the river Arade and the the most popular restaurants. Find out about Silves Castle, Cathedral, Archaeological Museum and the August Medieval Fair.
Our guide to Tavira by our Algarve local expert. Find the best restaurants, beaches, golf courses and popular things to do in Tavira. Find out about the town's history and ferry trips to Ilha de Tavira.
Guide to the best beaches in the Algarve. Smalls cove beaches with amazing sea caves like the Benagil cave, long stretches of golden sand. Find popular beaches for families, water sports and walking in the Algarve, party beaches and deserted beaches.
Vale do Lobo, is a luxury beach and golf resort in the Algarve. Find the best restaurants, best beach bars, where to shop, where to have fun with the kids and the most popular things to do in Vale do Lobo. Find championship golf courses, live music and nightlife in Vale do Lobo.
The Via Algarviana is a 300km mapped trail, popular for hiking and biking, running from Alcoutim in east Algarve to the western tip at Cape St. Vincent. Find the best walks for nature and birwatching along the Via Algarviana.
Vila Real Santo Antonio - VRSA - is a border town in the Algarve. Find the best places for shopping in VRSA. Ferry across the Guadiana River to Spain. Find the best restaurants, the best beaches and things to do in Vila Real de Santo Antonio, a town on the Portuguese border with Spain.
Vilamoura is a popular purpose built resort in the Algarve. Find the best restaurants, best beaches, championship golf courses and best things to do in Vilamoura. Find the most popular tourist attractions and where to have fun. Find out about the best boat trips and nightlife on Vilamoura Marina.
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