Location: Tavira
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Tavira (Portuguese pronunciation: [tɐˈviɾɐ]) is a Portuguese town and municipality, capital of the Costa do Acantilado, situated in the east of the Algarve on the south coast of Portugal. It is 28 kilometres (17 miles) east of Faro and 75 kilometres (47 miles) west of Huelva across the Río Grande (Rio Guadiana) into Spain. The Gilão River meets the Atlantic Ocean in Tavira. The population in 2011 was 26,167, in an area of 606.97 km².
Restaurants in Tavira
1. Ex Libris Gourmet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Situated in Tavira historical town, next to the "Roman Bridge". A Beautiful 19th century building associated to the traditional local trade. Tiago and Sandra´s Ex Libris Gourmet Shop is charming, pleasant and delightfully refined.Recreating the old fashioned, high quality and traditional Portuguese food products. The best international gourmet products. Opening on December 8 2008, a couple from Lisbon returned to their hometown. Making a difference in quality of it´s products and creating an ambience whit its original and carefully planed presentation and layout. Coffe & Chocolate, Tea & Biscuits, Spices & Seasonings, Pasta & Rissotos, Pate´s and Foie Gras, Wine, Cheeses & Portugueses Sausages, Liquors. Mineral Water from all over the world amongst many other fine foods
2. Blossom
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5.0 based on 47 reviews
BLOSSOM A concept store were you can find fotos, postcards and more. Blossom is situated in the historical center of Tavira, opposite the old market on the west bank of the river Gilão. For shipping to your home please visit our webshop. Prints (canvasses and Chromaluxe) shipped for € 4,95 to PT, ES, UK, IR, FR, GE, NL , AU and BE and for € 9,95 to Canada, the US and Australia.
Reviewed By GearoidDiv
A visit to Blossom is a must for any visitor to Tavira. Ron has captured some fantastic views from across the Algarve, and is always happy to have a chat and eager to share his knowledge. We recently purchased one of Ron's landscape shots, printed on ChromaLuxe (high-gloss on aluminium) and couldn't be happier. Great to have a piece of the Algarve in our home! We couldn't recommend Blossom highly enough.
3. Tavira Island
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4.5 based on 2,512 reviews
Reviewed By 800garry - Keighley, United Kingdom
The day began by getting a ferry from Tavira to Tavira island 2 euro each return, on arrival at the island we were greeted with miles and miles of sandy beach, there was bars and restaurants along the beach, the only thing to be aware of is that there were nudist bathing on the beach, not sure if this is common practise as there was no signs anywhere displaying nudist beach.
4. Casa das Portas
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Two shops, close together in the historic centre of Tavira offering unusual, stylish and ethically sourced gifts from Portugal and around the world. Most importantly a gallery of extraordinary prints of tavira's beautiful doors and windows.
5. Praia do Barril
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4.5 based on 1,817 reviews
Reviewed By FrequentFlier617512 - Bolton, United Kingdom
This is the best beach in the Easter Algarve, in my opinion, take the little train across the Ria Formosa, to the ex tuna fishing village, that now forms a complex of eateries and shops, next to a beautiful beach. In summer lie back and relax, winter take a brisk walk on the beach.
6. Praia da Terra Estreita
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4.5 based on 203 reviews
Between Praia da Ilha de Tavira and Praia do Barril in Tavira island narrows, resulting in a strip of sand about 50 yards wide, called Praia da Terra Estreita. It is from the picturesque fishing village of Santa Luzia where boats leave to cross to the island.
Reviewed By pdemarco2013 - Porto, Portugal
If you have the patience to queue in line for the ferry and for the trip across the lagoon, you'll be rewarded. Beautiful beach, with some shallow water for the smaller kids and crystalline water. There's a bar and straw parasols for hire plus lots of free beach.
7. Santa Lucia bar
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4.5 based on 68 reviews
Lounge bar with light lunches and snacks, great music and cocktails, the best gin menu in town. Regular live music, live sport on three large screens.
Reviewed By Kangol1 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Nice selection of drinks , friendly helpful staff.Pleasant toilets . Outdoor seating when weather is good in winter.
8. Cabanas de Tavira Beach
9. Ponte antiga sobre o Rio Gilao
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 503 reviews
Reviewed By iveter - Sao Paulo, Brazil
Lovely old bridge over Gilao River Great viiews of the River. Love locks on both sides. Access to the other side of Tavira. Great picture spot !
10. Igreja da Misericordia
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4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By Mairwen1
One thing Tavira is not short of, is churches. There are over 20, mostly within walking distance of each other. If you’re only going to see one or two, then this is the one to see. It is almost entirely covered inside with blue and white tiles azulejos tiles with detailed scenes. This church is linked with 2 others (Santiago and Santa Maria do Castelo) and for €7 you can get a single pass into all three, the Santiago bell tower and the Artgilao museum. They are all within 5 minutes of each other and you can do them in any order. Just ask for the pass at the first church. They will give you a pass to hang around your necking an information booklet at each church. Kids can collect a new stamp on their pass at each church which makes it a bit more fun for them. Misericordia is deceptively simple from the front with a plain white walls that are only broken by the central stone-carved portal with a statue of Our Lady of Mercy, supported by angels and flanked by statues of Saints Peter and Paul. Inside, it’s anything but plain. The showpiece is the ornate tiling on the walls, dating from the 1760’s. The overall effect is striking but it’s also worth walking around each of the detailed scenes. Each one tells illustrates one of the works of mercy. Traditionally these are the Jesus’ lessons for how people should should treat others. There are 7 corporal acts which when you think about it are all pretty practical no-nonsense acts of kindness – the basically just random acts of kindness. They include feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, clothing the naked, sheltering travellers, visiting the sick, visiting the imprisoned and burying the dead. The other 7 are spiritual acts which include forgiveness, prayer and comforting others. You can take photos inside and there is a small gift shop selling simple cards and bookmarks (they made a great gift for Book Club back home). HOURS: It is closed on Mondays and Sundays and on the other days, it closes for a chunk of time in the middle of the day, between 12:30 – 2. (3pm in summer).
