Top Things to do in Lagos
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Lagos, Algarve
There is rich and beautiful history within Lagos’ 14th century walls, from its fortress to picturesque churches like Medieval São João Hermitage and the 17th-century São Sebastião. But that’s all appetizer. People come here for a main-course coastal buffet featuring more than a half-dozen beautiful beaches. Quiet sandy coves are sandwiched between dramatic cliffs. The sandy 2.5-mile stretch of Meia Praia caters to every water sport imaginable. And when you’ve had your fill, you can digest your day with some of the best nightlife in the Algarve region.
Restaurants in Lagos
1. Ponta da Piedade Lighthouse
2. Centro Cultural de Lagos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 409 reviews
Reviewed By orchardvine - Canada, null
Stayed in the heart of it all week, and absolutely loved it. The architecture, cobbled streets, beautiful little stores that hold tons of treasures, and wonderful restaurants and cafes- easily the highlight of the visit to the Algarve. The beaches were just icing! Lovely slow start to the day with activity increasing steadily, and watching the hubbub during the day was charming. Such a charming place.
3. Praia dos Estudantes
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4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By beatrizm115 - Dortmund, Germany
Really nice beach directly by the city center of Lagos with a poetic stone bridge to be photographed! Actually discovered it by chance because it is located to the right side of the central beach going inside a tunnel.
4. Governor's Castle (Castelo dos Governadores)
5. Church of St. Sebastian (Igreja de Sao Sebastiao)
6. Church of Santa Maria de Lagos
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4.0 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By relcc27 - Cardiff, United Kingdom
Really pretty church with a welcoming congregation. Busiest Sunday mass I have ever seen, choir were lovely.
7. Statue of Infante Dom Henrique
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4.0 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By DonnaM3471
Amazing Absolutely loved the history, the restaurants,the castles palaces and the beaches it's definitely a beautiful place.
8. Antigo Mercado de Escravos
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3.5 based on 247 reviews
Reviewed By bamboostewdio - Montreal, Canada
This museum is a must see for anybody with a serious interest in history, and a desire to learn more about a tragic but important part of the human condition. The first slave market for the western world started in Lagos, and this history had a profound effect on the development, cultural and economic, of the world we know today. The museum is housed in a small two story building, and opened about 4 years ago. The topic was/is a hard one to breach, but there is no denying how important it is/was and how we must face these issues in order to learn more about the world as we know it. The design of the museum is subtle, but very effective. Black plexi towers crowd the small spaces, and are meant to reference the facelessness of the slave. Each tower, however, comes to life through a multi media display, an artifact or text. It is as if the faceless takes on an identity, as each installation adds to our insight and perspective on the issue. I found myself much more involved with each tower, than I normally am with display cases and objects. The hard story that must be heard, comes through with a depth of understanding and reflection. We were quite moved by the experience, and we spoke with the museum staff after the tour. They are very devoted to their mission, and realize it is a ‘tough sell’, but the story must be told. There is a small booklet, well designed, available for 5 Euros, which is a good take home to fill in some of the gaps. The museum design deserves an extra thought, it is clever, effective and very considerate of its mission. Kudos to the designer, the architect and the city management for getting behind this important institution.
9. Moinho de Odiaxere
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3.5 based on 5 reviews
10. Sculpture of Dom Sebastiao
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3.5 based on 270 reviews
Reviewed By Fulltimevagabonds - Chambersburg, United States
This is in the main square of the old town shopping district. If your in Lagos it's a must see area, many shops, cafes and restaurants. Parking can be an issue, if the streets are full there is an underground lot to the west and it's not expensive. Your directly across from the marina and it's a great walking area. If your looking to get a chip for cell and data, there's a Vodaphone store just off the one small square, up a street from the green tiled building. Good prices and it works all over Portugal. You can get a plan with 500 minutes in country, 500 minutes international and 5gigs of data for €20 per month. There are not many of these stores in the Algarve area so do it here or at the airport. Have Fun
