Things to do in Faro District, Algarve: The Best Lighthouses

July 16, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Discover the best top things to do in Faro District, Portugal including Torre da Aspa, Cape Saint Vincent, Ponta da Piedade Lighthouse, Farol do Cabo de Sao Vicente, Farol de Alfanzina/Alfanzina lighthouse, Farol de Vila Real de Santo Antonio, Ponta do Altar Lighthouse, Marina de Albufeira West Beacon.
Restaurants in Faro District

1. Torre da Aspa

Vila do Bispo Portugal
Excellent
82%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 11 reviews

Torre da Aspa

2. Cape Saint Vincent

Estrada Cabo de Sao Vicente En 268, Sagres 8650-390 Portugal
Excellent
59%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,729 reviews

Cape Saint Vincent

Reviewed By dawndavies1 - Grimsby, United Kingdom

Pleasant drive along the Algsrve coastline to the most south Western point of mainland Europe. Views outstanding and FREE parking. Cafe and shops at lighthouse, however unable to have access to lighthouse.

3. Ponta da Piedade Lighthouse

Lagos Portugal
Excellent
59%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 616 reviews

Ponta da Piedade Lighthouse

Reviewed By dlmoore305 - Mount Vernon, United States

We throughly enjoyed visiting this area. The sights on the outer/water sides of the light house are amazing!

4. Farol do Cabo de Sao Vicente

En 268, Sagres 8650-370 Portugal +351 282 624 234
Excellent
51%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 39 reviews

Farol do Cabo de Sao Vicente

Reviewed By kindredspirits - Minneapolis, United States

If you in Sagres, (and have a car) this is close by and worth visiting. It has a nice shop and sweeping views of the coast! Be sure to bring your camera.

5. Farol de Alfanzina/Alfanzina lighthouse

M1274, Carvoeiro 6120-313 Portugal +351 965 041 785 http://www.carvoeirocaves.com
Excellent
33%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 133 reviews

Farol de Alfanzina/Alfanzina lighthouse

Reviewed By Stuart_Away_Again - Cambridge, United Kingdom

Well you would expect a lighthouse to be in a prominent location and this one is just that. Unparalleled views to the east and west and a useful landmark for the coastal paths in both directions. We did get into the lighthouse and to honest you need to be a lighthouse efficionardo to get the maximum benefit. However, at 98 years old there is enough history and engineering to amuse even the most sceptical of visitors. Manned by enthusiastic volunteers they tour lasts about 20 mins up the stairs, see the light, go outside for the view and then back down again. It’s not Disney but it’s a glimpse into the world of operational light houses which is unusual.

6. Farol de Vila Real de Santo Antonio

Avenida Min Duarte Pacheco, Vila Real de Santo Antonio Portugal +351 289 800 400 [email protected] http://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/562/farol-de-vila-real-de-santo-antonio-vila-real-santo-antonio-lighthouse.aspx
Excellent
45%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 86 reviews

Farol de Vila Real de Santo Antonio

Reviewed By iveter - Sao Paulo, Brazil

A beautiful lighthouse on the Southern para of Town, surrounded by s woody área. It enables a wonderful walk

7. Ponta do Altar Lighthouse

Ferragudo Portugal http://www.f-ferragudo.pt/freguesia/comercio-local/entry/view/6-farol-da-ponta-do-altar.html
Excellent
37%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 27 reviews

Ponta do Altar Lighthouse

8. Marina de Albufeira West Beacon

Albufeira 8200-371 Portugal

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