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On the Waterfromper adult$39
Catamaran Cruisesfromper adult$39
Historical Toursfromper adult$72
Adventure Toursfrom$440per group (up to 12)$352
Food & Drinkfromper adult$68
On the Waterfromper adult$44
Likely To Sell Outfromper adult$55
Kayaking Toursfromper adult$39
Adventure Toursfromper adult$39
Jet Boat Rentalsfromper adult$39
Coastal pathway lining golden sands and clear waters, framed by colorful cliffs for scenic walks and mild surfing, with peaceful ambiance and night-time allure.
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Family-friendly marine park with dolphin and sea lion shows, a water park with rides and pools, and interactive experiences like swimming with dolphins.
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Sandy retreat with spacious areas, calm seas, and rock pool scenery. Features include water sports, local cuisine, and scenic bars, popular with Portuguese holidaymakers.
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Golden sands and calm waters welcome visitors to this scenic beach, fringed by caves and fresh water springs, with dining options and a quaint village nearby.
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Scenic coastal destination with picturesque cliffs and rock formations, complemented by beach chair and umbrella rentals, though seaweed presence may limit swimming activities.
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Clean, sandy shores lined with stunning rock formations, this beach features clear waters and bustling local life, replete with eateries and various water activities.
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Golden sand beach adjacent to the old town, with clear waters and ample space for leisure. Features sunbeds, parasols, and nearby cafes, with a historic backdrop.
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Historic Old Town, alive with cobbled streets and traditional architecture, boasts lively nightlife and family-friendly dining amidst white-washed houses.
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Spacious open-air mall with a diverse range of shops, large supermarket, and eclectic food hall, including local and gluten-free dining options.
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Winery tour in a family-run vineyard, highlighting informative vineyard walks, tastings with a selection of organic wines paired with cheeses and meats in a scenic setting.
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- KevAndDulceMaidstone, UK526 contributionsGorgeous beach with miles of golden sand. Access isn’t easy but various points that take you down to the sand and sea. Not a piece of rubbish in sight. Perfect for a morning stroll or evening wander.Written June 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ellis R2 contributionsHighly recommend this place. We went with a 5 year old and he had an amazing day. The shows were excellent, the pools and slides were brilliant, the staff were friendly and helpful. I don’t have anything negative to say. 10/10!!!Written June 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Shhalgarve.comAlbufeira, Portugal4 contributionstaking my mind off the busy life and enjoying the ride! One of the activities that are organised all year round!Written January 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Steve_of_N21London, UK2,951 contributionsYou can see them primarily in the two small coves sandwiched between Praia dos Olhos de Água and Praia do Barranco das Belharucas. Most of the reviews already posted on this listing are not for the springs but specifically about the two beaches Praia dos Olhos de Água and Praia do Barranco das Belharucas, both of which have their own Trip Advisor listings under beaches. The one with the beach huts is Praia dos Olhos de Água for example.
The small cove that takes its name from the springs Olheiros de Água Doce is a small, sheltered cove which is accessed by a large black wooden staircase entered from the road just before the Tui Blue Falecia hotel. It is not the staircase shown on the photographs as this is the one for the Praia do Barranco das Belharucas next door which leads from the 3HB Falecia Garden and the Porto Bay Falecia hotels.
This particular cove is a lovely, sheltered spot but with no facilities and no shade, so if intending to spend some time here make sure you bring what you need and especially a beach umbrella. The sea is lovely and it’s safe to swim here, but you will need to step over rocks to get in the sea here, unlike the two larger public beaches either side.
The small sister cove next door is known as Praia dos Cruz as is equally as nice. You can climb and scramble over the separating rock cliff between the two, but it’s not straight forward, and Praia dos Cruz is probably better accessed from the Miradouro da Praia dos Olhos de Água, the lookout point at the eastern end of Praia dos Olhos de Água.
You have probably gathered it by now anyway, but just to confirm, neither of these two small coves are suitable for those with mobility issues. For wheelchair users Praia dos Olhos de Água is probably the best, but there are still issues with this one.Written September 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - victoria w16 contributionsAbsolutely stunning beach, we loved exploring the cliff tops. Lovely restaurant on the beach. Nice for paddling, but waves are quite strong here.Written June 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nicole WManchester, UK32 contributionsWe went on a family holiday here and we loved it!
The guys who run the water sports hut were so lovely too. So many options from jet skiing, paragliding etc. Good prices too!
The beach was so clean and had plenty of food and shop options available too. Would definitely go back every chance i can.Written March 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - kirsteen r3 contributionsBeautiful,I so enjoyed a non overcrowded day at this beach , went for a walk along it took longer than I thought but was just lovely
Will go againWritten October 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Steve_of_N21London, UK2,951 contributionsDecent area of fine sand located at the bottom of the escalators from the elevated view point. It combines with the beach next to it, Praia de Peneco to form the main beach area for the Old Town. Several sun bed rental areas along its length and if walk to the far end you can always take the Elevator do Peneco back up to the Old Town itself.Written September 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Steve_of_N21London, UK2,951 contributionsIn the same way that the Costa’s are not representative of the true Spain, the Algarve and Albefuira in particular, is not representative of the true Portugal.
The historic centre does give you a glimpse, but you need to search it out away from the tourist focussed sections and If your experience of the Old Town is just the central square and it’s surrounding streets with its tourist tackiness and lack of culture, then I can understand some of the reviews below.
However you have to explore a bit further to find the remaining untouched bits. You are looking for the streets between the Porta do Norte and the Portas Da Villa Antiquity Bar, and if you need a Google reference point then I would suggest to use the Três Coroas restaurant or the Capela da Misericórdia and then explore the streets surrounding these. Then the area around the clock tower and the Catholic Church Igreja Matriz de Albufeira is worth exploring also.
If you want to escape from the bland bar scene then these areas are nice to explore during the day.Written September 30, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BrookeMoralesLondon, UK1,818 contributionsNice shopping centre near Albufaira. Mostly open air style, with many stores , clothing, shoes, jewelry etc..a big supermarket, cinema and a food court. You have a few stores here that you won't find in the MAR shopping mall. E.g The Body Shop..Written October 13, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AMGalway, Ireland17 contributionsGo, enjoy, swim, experience the beauty, there is a cute on-beach café/bar. If you like collecting unusual shells🐚 this place is for you!Written April 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lorraine K1 contributionThis place was super cute and more amazing than expected. We booked last minute the night before and there were no issues.
Everyone was very welcoming and I had a great time with my friend. The tour was informative as was the wine tasting. A family run business with impeccable attention to detail and care for sustainability.
We opted for the lunch (usually available for 4 people during off season) and there was plenty of food and delicious!
I would highly recommend going here the wine was amazing along with the experience!!Written February 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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