Alcalar Travel Guide
Portimão
Popular places to visit
Rocha Beach
Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.
Portimão Marina
Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.
Vau Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Tres Irmaos Beach
Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.
Três Castelos Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
Portimão Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Half Day Historical Tour to Silves and Monchique
From Lagos: Cruise to the Caves of Ponta da Piedade
Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour
Top hotels in Alcalar
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Great location, friendly staff, and a rich breakfast. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Vila Vita Parc
Staff very welcoming and courteous
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor
Great hosts, nice clean room and very good breakfast. The hotel is close to the lagoon and the beach. Would definitely go back again. Lucy and Larsen made me feel very welcomed.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
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
Hotel Algarve Casino
almost everything
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Good hotel for the price. Good view of the ocean. Clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alcalar
Monte Judeu
When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Golf do Morgado and Le Meridien Penina Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rasmalho
Rasmalho might not have many top sights, but Algarve International Circuit and Golf do Morgado are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Montes de Alvor
Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.
Alagoas
While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Portimão City Centre
Travellers enjoy Portimão City Centre for its beaches and bars. Consider checking out Portimão Harbor while you're in the area.
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.
