Vale da Lama Travel Guide
Lagos
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Popular places to visit
Praia da Luz
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Praia da Luz, a popular beach in Lagos. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.
Dona Ana Beach
Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.
Camilo Beach
Climb down the elegant staircase to this hidden bay at the base of colorful cliffs and enjoy the spectacular natural views.
Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
Check out this historic lighthouse, descend the steps to the beach and take a boat tour of the sea stacks and arches.
Lagos Zoo
Pet and feed the animals in the spacious enclosures, bring your kids to the playground and dine at the restaurant of this zoo.
Things to do
Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting
Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão
Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option
Top hotels in Vale da Lama
Vila Vita Parc
The room was fantastic. Clean and spacious. The staff was next level in terms of friendliness, and were super accommodating.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Amazing place.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Algarve Casino
Staff were lovely and rooms really clean. No complaints about the hotel. The resort was pretty much closed though, hard to even find a place for dinner. I know it’s out of season but this was dead. Would be hard without a car.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Apartment is modern, clean. Full kitchen. Washer and dryer work great. Restaurant inside hotel serves great dinner.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Wonderful hotel near the beach and boardwalks. I recommend heading here. They did a great job setting up the room for a surprise 50th birthday celebration — the romantic package upon arrival.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor
Room was great outside was a bit messy but obviously they are getting ready for the start of the new season. Only issue was having to wait till 3 o’clock to get into the room which was a pain because we arrived at the 10.30 and had absolutely nowhere to wait so had to find somewhere in town which ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vale da Lama
Alfarrobeira
When in Alfarrobeira, you can plan a visit to Palmares Golf and Alvor Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Caliças
While there might not be top attractions in Caliças, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
Meia Praia
While visiting Meia Praia, you might make a stop by sights like Meia Beach and Golfo de Cádiz.
Telheiro
Telheiro might not have many top sights, but Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
São Sebastião
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in São Sebastião and surrounding area, you can visit Praia da Luz and Marina de Lagos.
Marina de Lagos
While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.
