Prainha Travel Guide
Portimão
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting
From Lagos: Cruise to the Caves of Ponta da Piedade
Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Boat Tour
Top hotels in Prainha
Pestana Alvor Praia Beach & Golf Hotel
Great location. Excellent service
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Pestana Blue Alvor Beach - All Inclusive Hotel
This is one of the best all inclusive hotels we've stayed at especially with the amazing entertainment staff!
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Great location, friendly staff, and a rich breakfast. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Vila Vita Parc
The standout element of our stay at Vila Vita was the sense of community, every person that works there has a sense of care and pride in what they do, going the extra mile for all residents and has a family feel. The place is stunning, completely self contained so no need to leave if not wanting ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Algarve Casino
Awesome
Reviewed on 3 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
Other neighbourhoods around Prainha
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and 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.
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.
Praia da Rocha
Travellers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Três Castelos Beach and Algarve Casino.
Portimão City Centre
Travellers enjoy Portimão City Centre for its beaches and bars. Consider checking out Portimão Harbor while you're in the area.
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.
