Picota Travel Guide
Tavira
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Popular places to visit

Tavira Castle
Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

Roman Bridge
Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

Praca da Republica
Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

Misericordia Church
Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.
Old Town
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall during your stay in Santa Maria e Santiago. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

Best of Leiria: Private Tour
Top hotels in Picota

AP Eva Senses
Clean rooms,great helpful staff.Wonderful breakfast room with a piano player. Hotel is in a great location on the harbour.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
The reception area is beautiful and well kept, and upon arrival the staff were very pleasant. My room was great and the rooftop bar had an amazing view of the area and the seafront.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Occidental Faro
Very nice the only issue
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

AP Cabanas Beach & Nature - Adults Friendly
Beautiful hotel with amazing breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

3HB Faro
Amenities
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Roots Hotel
Room and hotel were perfect loved our stay
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026




