Lonely PlanetOct 16
7 Best Things to Do in Albufeira, Portugal
Albufeira is famed for partying and beaches, but there
Beach in the Old Town, formerly dotted with fishing boats.
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- Centro de ArtesMuseumJoin craft workshops or see temporary exhibitions.
- Praia de São RafaelSightSecluded coves reachable by kayak or paddleboard.
- Loulé's marketMarketMunicipal market with arched doorways and onion domes.
- the StripNeighborhoodLively spot for nightlife with bars and clubs.
- Albufeira Observation DeckSightViewpoint overlooking rocky cliffs and golden sands.
- Museu de Arte SacraMuseumHighlights include 16th-century religious azulejos.
- Jardim Público de AlbufeiraSightThe Old Town's main public square.
- Galeria de Arte Pintor Samora BarrosMuseumCompact gallery with Albufeira-themed exhibitions.
- Albufeira TunnelSightLeads to the beach from the Old Town.
- Museu Municipal de ArqueologiaMuseumSmall museum with archaeological discoveries.
- Porta de Sant AnaAttractionOne of three former city gates, adorned with shells.
- Monumento ao PescadorPublic artworkHonors local fishing crews at the former fish market.
- Praia dos PescadoresSightBeach in the Old Town, formerly dotted with fishing boats.
- Miradouro do Pau da BandeiraSightCliff viewpoint with another great view.
- Café In-certoRestaurantPeaceful tapas bar with sangria and local beers.
- Art Reef by VhilsSightUnderwater art collection made from a power station.
- Easy DiversPlaceOffers introductory scuba classes in a pool.
- Praia dos ArrifesSightThis beach is located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) by road to the west of Albufeira old town centre and is 29.6 miles (47.6 km)…
- Albufeira Surf SupPlaceOffers kayak and paddleboard tours along the coast.
- Pau de PitaMarketGift shop for locally produced fabrics, ceramics, and souvenirs.
- Quinta do CanhotoRestaurant
- Praia da GaléSight
- Loulé CriativoPlace