Al-gharb,
a trip to the enchanted kingdoom
Places to visit
This unique place, with extensive golden sands that form small islands and peninsulas is home to dozens of species of birds, which live permanently or spend part of the year in this area of the estuary.
From the top of the old fort in Cacela Velha, you can enjoy what for me is one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
At Fuseta, take the boat and enjoy a day on one of the barrier islands, on the way back, enjoy the freshness of fish and seafood in one of the restaurants by the pier.
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Ria Formosa
This unique place, with extensive golden sands that form small islands and peninsulas is home to dozens of species of birds, which live permanently or spend part of the year in this area of the estuary.
From the top of the old fort in Cacela Velha, you can enjoy what for me is one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
At Fuseta, take the boat and enjoy a day on one of the barrier islands, on the way back, enjoy the freshness of fish and seafood in one of the restaurants by the pier.
Algarve cities
One of the most popular tourist destinations on the Algarve, Lagos is a bustling town full of activity, nightlife and modern attractions. However, it is also a town full of history and the monuments and architecture which take us back to the many different peoples who have settled here and the many maritime adventure which have started in Lagos' impressive natural harbour. The nearby beaches are among the best in the region and the rocky headland of Ponta da Piedade is outstandingly beautiful.
Over the two and a half thousand years of its existence, Lagos has been home to the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans and Moors all attracted by the harbour and what it represented in terms of communication, location and therefore power. Henry the Navigator famously ordered expeditions from here, and indeed it was from here that Vasco da Gama set sail for what was to be his discovery of Brazil.
For the visitor it is generally the beautiful beaches that constitute the major attraction and there are many to choose from. There is always space at the golden sands of Meia Praia to the east of the town, however the beaches which lie to the south are generally considered more picturesque. Over the years the cliffs here have eroded into gnarled stone arches and tunnels which separate many tiny coves, all blessed with clean blue waters and some with steps built into the cliffs. The most popular of these is the Praia Dona Ana. For those with personal transport, the whole coast around Lagos is worth a visit for less well-known beaches and small fishing villages.
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Lagos
One of the most popular tourist destinations on the Algarve, Lagos is a bustling town full of activity, nightlife and modern attractions. However, it is also a town full of history and the monuments and architecture which take us back to the many different peoples who have settled here and the many maritime adventure which have started in Lagos' impressive natural harbour. The nearby beaches are among the best in the region and the rocky headland of Ponta da Piedade is outstandingly beautiful.
Over the two and a half thousand years of its existence, Lagos has been home to the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans and Moors all attracted by the harbour and what it represented in terms of communication, location and therefore power. Henry the Navigator famously ordered expeditions from here, and indeed it was from here that Vasco da Gama set sail for what was to be his discovery of Brazil.
For the visitor it is generally the beautiful beaches that constitute the major attraction and there are many to choose from. There is always space at the golden sands of Meia Praia to the east of the town, however the beaches which lie to the south are generally considered more picturesque. Over the years the cliffs here have eroded into gnarled stone arches and tunnels which separate many tiny coves, all blessed with clean blue waters and some with steps built into the cliffs. The most popular of these is the Praia Dona Ana. For those with personal transport, the whole coast around Lagos is worth a visit for less well-known beaches and small fishing villages.
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Central on the Algarve coast and only 40 minutes away from the Faro airport, Albufeira has been the most popular holiday destination in the south of Portugal since the 1970s. Originally a fortified Roman town, and for centuries a typical algarvian fishing village awash with simple white houses and the smell of grilled sardines, this picturesque location is now a thriving tourist town offering activity and diversion day and night, and surrounded by a host of beautiful beaches.
The narrow streets of the centre have been well maintained and lead to Largo Duarte Pacheco, the main square. Near here there is a tunnel to access the town’s principal beach, the tourist information point and it’s also a good place to hang out and watch the town go about its daily business. As one heads out of the centre, Albufeira spreads into a multitude of tourist developments and hotels, and colourful new buildings surround the recently built marina.
At night, myriad bars and restaurants open their doors as Albufeira's nightlife gears up. Local specialities include the steamed seafood served in its metal cooking dish, the cataplana, and freshly caught fish in various guises including caldeirada, fish stew. Sun blessed revellers of all generations spill out onto the cobbled streets later on.
The beaches of the area are doubtlessly the main attraction, with their golden sand, the stunning colours and contours of the cliffs, and the reliably good weather. Aquatic sports and boat trips are very popular here and just 10km away the Zoomarine is a marine park where education about wildlife is offered via interaction with dolphins. Olhos de Agua and Falesia are the closest beaches offering good tourist facilities and therefore, although very beautiful, often the most crowded. Praia da Galé and São Rafael are a few kilometres along the coast but offer a more secluded experience whilst still providing the necessary facilities and the extra bonus of some stunning rock formations.
In the interior of the municipality of Albufeira you can visit Paderne, a small village with one of the oldest Moorish castles in the Algarve.
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Albufeira
Central on the Algarve coast and only 40 minutes away from the Faro airport, Albufeira has been the most popular holiday destination in the south of Portugal since the 1970s. Originally a fortified Roman town, and for centuries a typical algarvian fishing village awash with simple white houses and the smell of grilled sardines, this picturesque location is now a thriving tourist town offering activity and diversion day and night, and surrounded by a host of beautiful beaches.
The narrow streets of the centre have been well maintained and lead to Largo Duarte Pacheco, the main square. Near here there is a tunnel to access the town’s principal beach, the tourist information point and it’s also a good place to hang out and watch the town go about its daily business. As one heads out of the centre, Albufeira spreads into a multitude of tourist developments and hotels, and colourful new buildings surround the recently built marina.
At night, myriad bars and restaurants open their doors as Albufeira's nightlife gears up. Local specialities include the steamed seafood served in its metal cooking dish, the cataplana, and freshly caught fish in various guises including caldeirada, fish stew. Sun blessed revellers of all generations spill out onto the cobbled streets later on.
The beaches of the area are doubtlessly the main attraction, with their golden sand, the stunning colours and contours of the cliffs, and the reliably good weather. Aquatic sports and boat trips are very popular here and just 10km away the Zoomarine is a marine park where education about wildlife is offered via interaction with dolphins. Olhos de Agua and Falesia are the closest beaches offering good tourist facilities and therefore, although very beautiful, often the most crowded. Praia da Galé and São Rafael are a few kilometres along the coast but offer a more secluded experience whilst still providing the necessary facilities and the extra bonus of some stunning rock formations.
In the interior of the municipality of Albufeira you can visit Paderne, a small village with one of the oldest Moorish castles in the Algarve.
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The quaint, traditional market town of Loulé, located about 15 kilometres north of Faro, in the Algarve, was originally founded as a Roman fort, probably in the second century B.C., but began to truly flourish after the Romans had left. By the time of the Moorish invasions in the 8th Century, Loulé was a vibrant trading centre, and continued to thrive under the Moors.
Today the town is quite large with a population of about 70,000, but the historic centre and the sites of interest to tourists are all quite compact and close together.
Loule market
Loule market
Loulé Museum is located within the walls of the castle. The castle was built on the site of the Roman fort in the 13th and 14th Centuries. It contains a number of artefacts from the Roman and Medieval Periods that were found in the area, and from the castle walls there are excellent views of the surrounding old town.
While in Loulé give a call to Sylvia from equitacaowastern and enjoy a hourse ride in the beautifull woodlands.
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Loulé
The quaint, traditional market town of Loulé, located about 15 kilometres north of Faro, in the Algarve, was originally founded as a Roman fort, probably in the second century B.C., but began to truly flourish after the Romans had left. By the time of the Moorish invasions in the 8th Century, Loulé was a vibrant trading centre, and continued to thrive under the Moors.
Today the town is quite large with a population of about 70,000, but the historic centre and the sites of interest to tourists are all quite compact and close together.
Loule market
Loule market
Loulé Museum is located within the walls of the castle. The castle was built on the site of the Roman fort in the 13th and 14th Centuries. It contains a number of artefacts from the Roman and Medieval Periods that were found in the area, and from the castle walls there are excellent views of the surrounding old town.
While in Loulé give a call to Sylvia from equitacaowastern and enjoy a hourse ride in the beautifull woodlands.
Silves is an attractive town with a rich history built on the banks of the River Arade. The river was navigable in historical times and represented an important link between the hinterland and the coast. The town, which is built on top of one of the largest underground aquifers in the south of Portugal, the Querenca-Silves aquifer, straddles the river and retains a medina-style gate, the Porta de Loule, and parts of the poured concrete walls that date back to the time of Moorish occupation.
The area has been inhabited since Paleolithic times but the town reached its peak after the Moorish invasion of the Iberian Peninsula in 713. By the tenth century, Silves, then called Xelb, was the capital of Al-Gharb, the area now known as the Algarve. In 1189 King Sancho I recaptured the town for the Portuguese with the help of a hired army of Northern European crusaders. Silves was recaptured by the Moors two years later until finally falling to the Christians in 1249.
Today Silves is an attractive, crumbling place of outdoor cafes and scented orange groves dominated by one of the best-preserved castles in the Algarve. The Moorish Fortaleza, which boasts a complete set of sandstone walls and detached towers, occupies twelve thousand square meters on top of the hill that overlooks the town. Iron Age remains have been found, along with a well, a governor's palace and the Cisterna Grande, a thirteenth century water cistern that once served the whole town. The Cisterna stands ten meters high, is supported by six columns and said to be haunted by the ghost of a Moorish maiden. A Moorish-style garden has recently been re-created and is open daily to visitors, along with the rest of the Fortaleza, whose walls offer impressive views over the town and surrounding countryside.
Below the Fortaleza is Silves cathedral or Sé, built on the site of a grand mosque and flanked by wide Gothic towers. The cathedral retains some of its original grandeur in spite of damage caused by the great earthquake of 1755 as well as centuries of decay and patchy restoration. Lining the cathedral walls are tombs belonging to bishops and crusaders who died taking Silves back from the Moors. Opposite the cathedral is the Igreja da Misericordia, much of which dates back to the eighteenth century.
A defunct cork factory known as the Fabrica do Ingles (Englishman's factory) is home to a couple of museums and a cluster of bars, cafes and fountains that come alive in August during the town's annual beer festival. There is a market on the riverfront, near a narrow thirteenth century bridge, every morning from Monday to Saturday.
The municipality of Silves also includes the towns of S.B.Messines, in the interior and Armação de Pêra on the coast. The first one is well worth a visit for the architecture of its historic center and the various restaurants where you can taste the flavors of the interior, I highly recommend a visit to Churrasqueira Fatinha, close to the church, the best roast chicken in the Algarve and a very varied wine cellar with very reasonable prices. .
In Armação de Pêra, you will find an extensive beach of golden sand.
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Silves
Silves is an attractive town with a rich history built on the banks of the River Arade. The river was navigable in historical times and represented an important link between the hinterland and the coast. The town, which is built on top of one of the largest underground aquifers in the south of Portugal, the Querenca-Silves aquifer, straddles the river and retains a medina-style gate, the Porta de Loule, and parts of the poured concrete walls that date back to the time of Moorish occupation.
The area has been inhabited since Paleolithic times but the town reached its peak after the Moorish invasion of the Iberian Peninsula in 713. By the tenth century, Silves, then called Xelb, was the capital of Al-Gharb, the area now known as the Algarve. In 1189 King Sancho I recaptured the town for the Portuguese with the help of a hired army of Northern European crusaders. Silves was recaptured by the Moors two years later until finally falling to the Christians in 1249.
Today Silves is an attractive, crumbling place of outdoor cafes and scented orange groves dominated by one of the best-preserved castles in the Algarve. The Moorish Fortaleza, which boasts a complete set of sandstone walls and detached towers, occupies twelve thousand square meters on top of the hill that overlooks the town. Iron Age remains have been found, along with a well, a governor's palace and the Cisterna Grande, a thirteenth century water cistern that once served the whole town. The Cisterna stands ten meters high, is supported by six columns and said to be haunted by the ghost of a Moorish maiden. A Moorish-style garden has recently been re-created and is open daily to visitors, along with the rest of the Fortaleza, whose walls offer impressive views over the town and surrounding countryside.
Below the Fortaleza is Silves cathedral or Sé, built on the site of a grand mosque and flanked by wide Gothic towers. The cathedral retains some of its original grandeur in spite of damage caused by the great earthquake of 1755 as well as centuries of decay and patchy restoration. Lining the cathedral walls are tombs belonging to bishops and crusaders who died taking Silves back from the Moors. Opposite the cathedral is the Igreja da Misericordia, much of which dates back to the eighteenth century.
A defunct cork factory known as the Fabrica do Ingles (Englishman's factory) is home to a couple of museums and a cluster of bars, cafes and fountains that come alive in August during the town's annual beer festival. There is a market on the riverfront, near a narrow thirteenth century bridge, every morning from Monday to Saturday.
The municipality of Silves also includes the towns of S.B.Messines, in the interior and Armação de Pêra on the coast. The first one is well worth a visit for the architecture of its historic center and the various restaurants where you can taste the flavors of the interior, I highly recommend a visit to Churrasqueira Fatinha, close to the church, the best roast chicken in the Algarve and a very varied wine cellar with very reasonable prices. .
In Armação de Pêra, you will find an extensive beach of golden sand.
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Tavira is one of the gems of the eastern Algarve. Straddling the River Gilão and the River Segua, its gentle charm and predominantly low-rise architecture set it aside from other resorts in the region. Sometimes referred to as the Venice of the Algarve, it boasts a seven-arched Roman bridge, some fine Renaissance architecture, numerous churches, tree-lined squares and a certain romantic air. Also, along the Travessa de Dona Brites you will find fine examples of medieval houses complete with Gothic windows and doorways. However, it is also a lively trading town with a vibrant fruit and vegetable market just beyond the riverside park where many stop to drink a coffee and catch up on the local gossip.
An important place on the map throughout Portuguese history often used by travellers to Africa due to its proximity to Morocco and, in fact, once the most important port beyond Lisbon, this once thriving tuna-fishing town now depends largely on tourism. A nod to the town’s significant past are the ruins of a Moorish castle, the battlements of which can still be visited and from where one gets the best view of the town, its many church spires, ornate rooftops and balconies and indeed the river delta and beyond to the sea.
Of the many churches, two deserve particular mention. The Igreja da Santa Maria built on the ancient site of a mosque, is close to the castle and contains the tomb of the commander Dom Paio Peres Correia, who overthrew the Moors in Tavira in 1242. The Igreja da Misericordia, constructed in the mid 16th century, boasts a Renaissance portal, some fine traditional tile work from the 18th century and is dedicated to both Saint Peter and Saint Paul.
At only 3 kilometres from the Atlantic coast, a handful of pleasant beaches are easily attainable from Tavira, not least the two beaches to be found on the Ilha de Tavira. This long sand spit lies between the town and the ocean and, besides its popular beaches, houses several restaurants and a campsite. During the summer season, hourly boat trips transport beachgoers from the town centre to the Ilha. Out of season, a ferry runs from Quatro Aguas, a village two kilometres out of Tavira surrounded by another form of local industry: salt flats.
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Tavira
Tavira is one of the gems of the eastern Algarve. Straddling the River Gilão and the River Segua, its gentle charm and predominantly low-rise architecture set it aside from other resorts in the region. Sometimes referred to as the Venice of the Algarve, it boasts a seven-arched Roman bridge, some fine Renaissance architecture, numerous churches, tree-lined squares and a certain romantic air. Also, along the Travessa de Dona Brites you will find fine examples of medieval houses complete with Gothic windows and doorways. However, it is also a lively trading town with a vibrant fruit and vegetable market just beyond the riverside park where many stop to drink a coffee and catch up on the local gossip.
An important place on the map throughout Portuguese history often used by travellers to Africa due to its proximity to Morocco and, in fact, once the most important port beyond Lisbon, this once thriving tuna-fishing town now depends largely on tourism. A nod to the town’s significant past are the ruins of a Moorish castle, the battlements of which can still be visited and from where one gets the best view of the town, its many church spires, ornate rooftops and balconies and indeed the river delta and beyond to the sea.
Of the many churches, two deserve particular mention. The Igreja da Santa Maria built on the ancient site of a mosque, is close to the castle and contains the tomb of the commander Dom Paio Peres Correia, who overthrew the Moors in Tavira in 1242. The Igreja da Misericordia, constructed in the mid 16th century, boasts a Renaissance portal, some fine traditional tile work from the 18th century and is dedicated to both Saint Peter and Saint Paul.
At only 3 kilometres from the Atlantic coast, a handful of pleasant beaches are easily attainable from Tavira, not least the two beaches to be found on the Ilha de Tavira. This long sand spit lies between the town and the ocean and, besides its popular beaches, houses several restaurants and a campsite. During the summer season, hourly boat trips transport beachgoers from the town centre to the Ilha. Out of season, a ferry runs from Quatro Aguas, a village two kilometres out of Tavira surrounded by another form of local industry: salt flats.
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Faro, capital of the Algarve, has a much more Portuguese character than most tourist cities on the coast. Everyone who just passes through here, because of the airport, is missing a truly pleasant stay. Come and visit Faro and discover what others are missing!
Conquered by the Moors in 713 AD, the city of Faro, known as Ossónoba at that time, was part of the Caliphate of Cordoba and, later, of the Taifa of Seville, before being reconquered by the Christian king Afonso III in 1249.
Severely hit by the British fleet in the 16th century and by two major earthquakes, including the one from 1755 that devastated the entire city, Faro offers a real mix of architectural styles.
Its picturesque Old Town (Cidade Velha) and its medieval walls, its narrow streets for strolling, its attractive marina, its well-kept parks and squares, its museums and churches are good reasons to visit Faro and to discover this unknown city.
Next, discover the 16 most beautiful places not to be missed in Faro and its surroundings, directions on how to get to Faro, how to get around in the city and, of course, what are the best times to visit Faro.
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Faro
Faro, capital of the Algarve, has a much more Portuguese character than most tourist cities on the coast. Everyone who just passes through here, because of the airport, is missing a truly pleasant stay. Come and visit Faro and discover what others are missing!
Conquered by the Moors in 713 AD, the city of Faro, known as Ossónoba at that time, was part of the Caliphate of Cordoba and, later, of the Taifa of Seville, before being reconquered by the Christian king Afonso III in 1249.
Severely hit by the British fleet in the 16th century and by two major earthquakes, including the one from 1755 that devastated the entire city, Faro offers a real mix of architectural styles.
Its picturesque Old Town (Cidade Velha) and its medieval walls, its narrow streets for strolling, its attractive marina, its well-kept parks and squares, its museums and churches are good reasons to visit Faro and to discover this unknown city.
Next, discover the 16 most beautiful places not to be missed in Faro and its surroundings, directions on how to get to Faro, how to get around in the city and, of course, what are the best times to visit Faro.
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Cena gastronómica
Bambi
42 R. Gago CoutinhoGreat tradicional food, good prices
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Quarteira
Lovely place, great Portuguese food, ask for Carla or Nelson's help and try the real thing.
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Ferreiras- Albufeira
Tapas E Petiscos 20 Age
Largo das FerreirasLovely place, great Portuguese food, ask for Carla or Nelson's help and try the real thing.
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Ferreiras- Albufeira
If you are looking for a nice meal in a great place.
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Almancil- Quarteira
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Parrilla Natural
Rua Manuel Teixeira GomesIf you are looking for a nice meal in a great place.
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Almancil- Quarteira
Lovely staff, great food amazing price. If you are staying at one of our old town apartments in Albufeira, you have to try it.
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Albufeira
Sal & Mel
136 Av. da LiberdadeLovely staff, great food amazing price. If you are staying at one of our old town apartments in Albufeira, you have to try it.
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Albufeira
Restaurante Aquário
Rua 1º de MaioFriendly staff, good cataplana, amazing view.
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Albufeira
Saraiva
The best francesinha in Algarve and probably in the coutry ;)
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Churrasqueira Fatinha
26 R. Sacadura CabralDelicious portugues food
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Messines
Restaurante Tasquinha do Lagar
Rua da Escolatraditional food
ตลาดปลา
3 Largo do MercadoFresh fish
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Praia da sao raphael
Caminho da Praia Grandewonderfull view, fresh fish
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Albufeira
Cais Wine&Tapas Bar
7 Rua Vasco da GamaGreat place for petiscos, the portuguese version of tapas
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Quarteira
Trattoria Toscana - Ristorante Italiano Pizzeria
2 Rua Almirante Gago CoutinhoReally nice Italian
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Albufeira
United Kitchens of India
D10 Largo da Oliveira VelhaFor me this is for sure the best Indian restaurant in around
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Vilamoura
Sabor Leal
90 R. Gonçalo VelhoGreat place for meat lovers.
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Quarteira
Restaurante Pequeno Mundo
Probably one of the best places in Algarve.
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With more then 40 years this was the first restaurant in Quinta do lago Resort.
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Quinta do Lago
Restaurante Casa Velha
Estrada da Quinta do LagoWith more then 40 years this was the first restaurant in Quinta do lago Resort.
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Quinta do Lago
Restaurante dos Artistas
68 R. Cândido dos ReisInternational kitchen, absolutly delicious
Lagos
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Tasca Jota Lagos
8 R. Salgueiro MaiaGreat place for family and friends.
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Lagos
Marcoense
Nice food, good prices
tasty português food, friendly staff.
best português dessert in town try the amazing sea food cataplana
Atrium
tasty português food, friendly staff.
best português dessert in town try the amazing sea food cataplana
Passeio turístico
Grutas Algarve - Praia do Carvoeiro
Largo da Praiahttps://www.cruzeiros-da-oura.com/pt/
Algarve/Vilamoura boat tours/ Benagil & Galé caves/Ria Formosa by "CRUZEIROS DA OURA, LDA"
Algarve/Vilamoura boat tours/ Benagil & Galé caves/Ria Formosa by "CRUZEIROS DA OURA, LDA"
Algarve Safari Tours
great way to get to know the country side of Algarve
nightlife
คาสิโนวิลามูรา
Piccadilly Cocktail Bar
Nº 19 R. Cândido dos ReisDisco Dice Club
Libertos Club
Travessa Antero de Quental19th hole
31 Marina de VilamouraPatacas Bar
O'shea's Irish Pub
7 Marina de VilamouraGolf courses
Dom Pedro Millennium Golf Course
Caminho da Fonte do UlmeQuinta do Lago Golf Course
20 Aldeamento Vilar do GolfVila Sol Golf
Estr. de QuarteiraThe Old Course - Dom Pedro Golf Collection
24 Volta GolfinhoPanorama gastronómico
ตลาดเทศบาลลาโกส
Avenida dos Descobrimentosตลาดเมืองของ Calicos
8200 Largo do Mercadoตลาดเมืองลูเล (ตั้งแต่ปี 1908)
34 R. José Fernandes GuerreiroO Pássaro Azul
Rua das Gémeas