Praia do Alemão
Cliffs · Scenic trail
A small, sheltered beach reached via a short cliff-top trail with spectacular views. The sunset from the top is unmissable.
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Beaches
Get ready for postcard-perfect scenery — cliffs carved by the sea, hidden caves and sinkholes (natural openings connecting to the ocean, with networks of tunnels below). Start exploring.
Praia do Vau
Clay cliffs · The closest one
The closest beach to the apartment — small, with clay cliffs said to have medicinal properties. An easy walk to Praia da Rocha.
Praia da Rocha
The Algarve's most famous beach
The region's most iconic and lively beach — a huge stretch of sand flanked by ochre cliffs. Plenty of restaurants, bars and buzz along the boardwalk.
Praia de Alvor
Blue Flag · 3.5km of sand
A long Blue Flag beach with 3.5km of white sand and dunes, next to the Alvor river estuary. Warmer water than most of its neighbours.
Praia dos Três Irmãos
Caves & rock formations
One of the most photogenic beaches in the area — golden cliffs, natural caves and a wooden boardwalk over the dunes.
Meia Praia
Lagos · Endless sand
Lagos' largest beach, with kilometres of golden sand and lifeguards. Great for long walks and watersports.
Praia de Carvoeiro
Picturesque fishing village
One of the Algarve's most iconic beaches — a golden bay framed by whitewashed houses and limestone cliffs. A starting point for cave boat tours.
Praia da Marinha
One of the world's most beautiful · Trail
Considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Turquoise waters and spectacular rock arches, seen from both above and below.
Praia Dona Ana
Lagos icon · Boardwalk between beaches
One of the most photographed beaches in the Algarve. The boardwalk connects it to neighbouring Solaria, Batata and Estudantes beaches via tunnels through the rock.
Praia do Camilo
Caves, tunnels & rock arches
Small but spectacular — around 200 steps down to the sand, with a rock tunnel leading to a second, hidden beach. Canavial, Porto de Mós and João de Arens beaches are nearby and quieter.
Praia do Caniço
Cliff-backed beach · Alvor
A beach between cliffs, next to Prainha and Praia dos Três Irmãos, in Alvor. On top of the cliff is Restaurante Caniço, with sea views and lift access.
NoSoloÁgua
Beach bar & pool club · Portimão Marina
A beach bar and restaurant right by the marina, with a terrace, sun loungers and a salt-water pool overlooking the sea. A nice idea for brunch, a sunset cocktail or an evening with music. It is seasonal — check the opening dates before you go.
Praia do Pintadinho
Cliff-backed beach · Ferragudo
A small, picturesque beach tucked between cliffs, with sea caves to admire from the outside and a view of the Ponta do Altar lighthouse. Great for sunsets and photos. Bring proper footwear for the access and check the tide before you go.
Praia dos Caneiros
Beach with bar & sun loungers · Ferragudo
A picturesque beach beside the cliffs, with crystal-clear water, sun loungers for rent and a beach restaurant. It is small and popular, so arrive early; high tide reduces the sand considerably.
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Photo credits
Some photos come from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licences. Each is listed below with its author and licence.
- Praia do Caniço — Praia da Prainha 01.jpg, Einaz80 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Oásis Parque · Leisure Centre
Rua das Oliveiras, Urb. Oásis Parque, Lote 35, R/C Esq · 8500-286 Portimão