Albufeira Old Town Travel Guide

Albufeira

Fisherman\'s Beach which includes a coastal town and a beach
Albufeira Old Town Square featuring a city and a sunset
Albufeira Old Town Square showing markets
Albufeira Old Town
Fisherman\'s Beach showing general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Popular places to visit

Albufeira Old Town Square featuring a city and a sunset

Albufeira Old Town Square

4/5(408 reviews)

Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.

Albufeira Old Town Square
Fisherman\'s Beach which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Peneco Beach

4.5/5(101 reviews)

The eastern side of Albufeira’s main city beach is famous for its fishing boats, seafood restaurants and live entertainment shows.

Peneco Beach
Praia dos Pescadores

Praia dos Pescadores

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia dos Pescadores during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Praia dos Pescadores

Castle Wall Ruins

3/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água with a visit to Castle Wall Ruins. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Castle Wall Ruins

Clock Tower

4/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água when you take a trip to Clock Tower. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Clock Tower

Municipal Archaeological Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Municipal Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Municipal Archaeological Museum

Things to do

Self Guided Scavenger Hunts in Albufeira

Self Guided Scavenger Hunts in Albufeira

Rp287.628
per traveller
Self Guided Scavenger Hunts in Albufeira
Morning Beach Yoga in Albufeira

Morning Beach Yoga in Albufeira

Rp421.854
per adult
Morning Beach Yoga in Albufeira
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

Rp604.018
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil
Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

Rp1.380.613
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour

Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour

Rp862.883
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

Rp767.007
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
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Top hotels in Albufeira Old Town

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2, Albufeira, Faro
The price is Rp4.368.988 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp4.368.988
Rp4.706.278 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (342 reviews)
"Great spot, quiet, perfect location, amazing staff and pool spot"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is Rp6.355.858 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp6.355.858
Rp6.812.359 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Incredible and the staff was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is Rp4.330.921 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp4.330.921
Rp4.665.727 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is Rp1.970.033 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.970.033
Rp2.163.385 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Super convenient. Would like to see an option of a mini fridge in the rooms; however the staff were extremely accommodating and kept a few things in a staff fridge for us."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is Rp2.899.066 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
Rp2.899.066
Rp3.147.961 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Ve"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing location at the heart of Praia da Rocha. Highly recommend to stay here. Beds and pillows were very comfortable, overall very clean. Only stayed for one night, but I am planning to return to explore more the South part of Portugal and will try to stay here again because of its location and ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Albufeira Old Town

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Peneco Beach

5/5(6 area reviews)

Peneco Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Peneco Beach and Elevador do Peneco.

Peneco Beach
Albufeira featuring street scenes, a small town or village and night scenes

Albufeira Center

A noteworthy feature of Albufeira Center is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach.

Albufeira Center
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Urbanização dos Caliços

Urbanização dos Caliços might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Urbanização dos Caliços
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Correeira

Though Correeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square and The Strip.

Correeira
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Alpouvar

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Alpouvar might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alpouvar
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Mouraria

While there might not be top attractions in Mouraria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Albufeira Old Town Square and Algarve Shopping Mall.

Mouraria

Albufeira Old Town Travel Guide