Albufeira is the largest and most popular beach resort town in Algarve, presenting three distinct parts for its visitors, the Old Town with its traditional Portuguese charm and Moorish legacy, and 2 km away, the “Strip” in the modern town, the center of entertainment and activity with its day and night “party” vibes, and the vibrant and colourful marina complex offering great boat tours. The town offers inclusive high level hotels, numerous restaurants, bars and beach clubs.
Albufeira vibrant nightlife are considered the best in Algarve. At night, the narrow streets’ open air cafes, the beachfront bars, and the open-air dance clubs, all comes alive while retaining the old town charm. The ‘Strip’ in the modern part of the city is a vibrant and lively road with a mix of numerous shops, boutiques, restaurants, bars, and open-air cafes, all lively and vibrant with crowds of tourists and locals. At night the nightclubs take over and are in full motion with dance music, live bands, and partying guests.
Albufeira in central Algarve has a lot to offer.
- Magnificent long and sandy coastline with beautiful beaches, some offering water sports opportunities, some with long stretches of sand surrounded by high cliffs, and others are tranquil small coves.
- Championship-grade golf courses in the town surroundings.
Albufeira is an ideal vacation destination for all visitor types but less to those seeking to be away from the crowds. - In the charming and picturesque old town, stroll the narrow-cobbled streets and enjoy the traditional whitewashed buildings covered with coloured tiles, and the Moorish walls and archways. Enjoy the restaurant and cafes surrounding its small squares, the street markets, and the small local shops.
- Spend your days in the magnificent coastline and Praia dos Pescadores with its rugged cliffs, golden sandy stretches, and secluded coves.
Albufeira Old Town
Sao Rafael Beach
Coelha Beach
Albufeira is located on a magnificent sandy coastline with great beaches of all kinds.
- Praia dos Pescadores, a 1.3 km long beach in front of the old city, sheltered from the strong waves, parts with sandy stretches, others with small coves.
- Praia da Oura, a smaller beach with calm waters in front of The Strip offering water sports facilities bars and restaurants.
- Praia de São Rafael is the most beautiful beach, part of the picturesque coastline southwest of the marina. The beach is a medium size sheltered cove great for families, surrounded by cliffs with some sea rock arches, and offering all the required beach facilities.
- The secluded and tranquil Praia dos Arrifes, ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
- In Praia Olhos de Agua, 7 km east of the old town, enjoy Olheiros de Agua Doce freshwater springs and small pools with bubbling fresh water within lush vegetation and trees.
For families with children, Albufeira offers safe beaches, family focused resort hotels, and various activities opportunities including attraction parks.
- Zoomarine, the marine life center and water park including dolphin shows and exotic bird displays. 10 km northwest of town.
- Aqualand Algarve, 20 km northwest of town.
- Aquashow water park, 20 km east of town.
- Slide and Splash water park 30 km northwest of town.
Highly recommended by TheTjoy.com are boat cruises including to the famous Algarve caves and sea rock formations such as to the Benagil Cave.
Dolphin watching trips, Bass and Grouper fishing trips, and deep-sea fishing cruises of Swordfish, Tuna, and others.
While vacationing in town take a day trip to historic Silves or to Faro, to traditional fishing villages, and to the charming Loule market town.
Visit Vilamoura, 17 km west of town, the most luxurious modern resort town of the Algarve.
Albufeira’s peak season is in July through to September, but the town is not closed in winter, and many restaurants, bars and cafes remain open all year.
The main international airport of the Algarve Region is Faro international airport, 36 km east of Albufeira.
