City: Algarve
Top Things to do in Algarve
Top 10 Historic Sites in Algarve, Portugal
The Algarve's sunny shores offer perfect escapes for all types, from those seeking the hot nightlife of flashy, energetic Lagos to those desiring secluded stays in rambling Sagres. Portugal's most southerly region offers historical attractions in former Moorish capital Silves and fascinating Tavira, great golf, fabulous beaches from Praia da Luz to Armacao de Pera, thermal springs at Caldas de Monchique, and miles of limestone caves and grottoes, cliffs and bays along its rugged coastline.
Restaurants in Algarve
1. Fortaleza de Cacela
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4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By Taxidevil - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Cacela Velha is so lovely and well worth a visit but it would be lovely if the fortress was open to visitors - it wasn't when we visited in February. Still very god for photos.
2. Ponta do Castelo
3. Municipio de Silves
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4.5 based on 92 reviews
The SILVES MEDIEVAL FAIR takes place in August, in the historic centre of this Algarve city. Ten days of historical re-enactment of the medieval era of the ancient capital of the Kingdom of the Algarve. Silves Municipal Council, the fair's organiser, continues its support of this nationally renowned event, which promises to be one of the most exciting events on the region's summer calendar.
Reviewed By xxluvleaxx - Chester, United Kingdom
(Actually visited with my sister and adult daughter but for some reason trip advisor doesn't give just a 'family' option ????♀️) Silves was really one of the highlights of our recent trip to the Algarve. We first visited on a coach trip historical tour but had less than an hour there, we decided there was much more we wanted to see/do/photograph so we made a decision to visit again by local bus from Albufeira. Lots of nice shops selling things you don't see in the more popular towns, beautiful buildings and nice historical places to visit that cost a couple of €'s We visited the castle, archeology museum and cathedral as well as the roman bridge and walked to the cross of Portugal on the outskirts of town. We had lovely Bifanas in a cafe for just €1.75 and the absolute best thing about it all was the Storks nesting everywhere! Such a beautiful place. would be an absolute dream to live in such a place.
4. Feira Medieval de Silves
5. Alferce
6. Old Town Faro
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4.0 based on 2,633 reviews
Reviewed By chrisdW8242NM - Manchester, United Kingdom
The charming old town of Faro is quite small, situated within the old Moorish town walls, but a most pleasant way to spend half a day wandering through the narrow streets and finding bars and restaurants lurking around corners. In the central square there is the magnificent, though not large, baroque cathedral with museum and outdoor chapels (one inset with human bones). Close by is the municipal museum, inexpensive and definitely worth a visit to explore Faro's Roman and Moorish past.This is a definite must for all visitors to Faro.
7. Nucleo Museologico da Villa Romana de Milreu
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4.0 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By 654laurencec
We were surprised to find this roman villa with wonderful mosaics just outside Faro. Wewere lucky to be shown around by an excellent guide who explained the history of the villa and really brought it to life for us.
8. Fortaleza de Sagres
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4.0 based on 2,264 reviews
Reviewed By Phil25 - Hampshire, United Kingdom
We were staying less than 30 mins away so this was a "must do" to visit the southern most point in Europe... Free parking in a large car-park or the road just outside with views from the cliffs. Inside the entrance fee was 3 EUR or only 1.5 EUR each for a family of 4 so for 6 EUR total this was great value. There are a few buildings to explore and fort walls to climb but the highlight is undoubtedly the walk around the perimiter along the cliff/wall edge. From here there are amazing views, stunning rock formations and some intersting and unusual plants, many explained with information boards. One view is to the lighthouse on the Western most point - 10 mins drive away and our next stop. Free toilets and a small shop available. Highly recommended place to spend an hour or two but hold on to your hats, it was pretty windy too!
9. Torre da Medronheira
10. Forte de Santo Antonio
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