Albufeira Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with multi-story buildings, a sandy beach, and a rocky hillside.
A bustling street in a historic town with white buildings, shops, and signs for restaurants and bars.
A narrow street lined with shops selling colorful clothing and accessories.
A coastal town at dusk with white buildings, a church, and a lively street with shops and restaurants.
A beach with white lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas.

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A bustling street in a historic town with white buildings, shops, and signs for restaurants and bars.

Albufeira Old Town Square

8.6/10 (2,507 reviews)
Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.
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Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise

NZ$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise
Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

NZ$28
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

NZ$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran
From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience

From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience

NZ$49
per adult
From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

NZ$79
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari
Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour

Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour

NZ$69
per adult
Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour
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Our pick of the best Albufeira Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel Baltum

Hotel Baltum

3 out of 5
Av. 25 de Abril, 26 Albufeira
The price is NZ$333 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$333
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (617 reviews)
"Great location and well maintained. Very clean"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Hotel Baltum
Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2 Albufeira Faro
The price is NZ$355 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$355
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (416 reviews)
"It's the same breakfast everyday, i stayed there for a week. Overall the staff are very helpful and the facilities are clean and it's close to all the restaurants and bars."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG
Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

3 out of 5
Largo Jacinto D'Ayet Albufeira
The price is NZ$354 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$354
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (465 reviews)
"Loved our stay. Quiet street that was perfect distance from the buzz of central old and new town. Short walk to a very nice beach. Loved the onsite pool, and onsite parking for rental car was easy to request. The staff was so kind and helpful. Great price. Would definitely stay there again!!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only
Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira

Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira

R. José Bernardino de Sousa 4 Albufeira Faro
The price is NZ$498 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$498
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (117 reviews)
"Overall a wonderful property which is perfectly located and maintained but the defining hallmark is the staff. The staff were all brilliant, attentive, courteous and friendly - an absolute highlight (especially Paolo - a gem)! Breakfast was also a special touch and far superior to the tired old breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo Lagoa
The price is NZ$592 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$592
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Vila Vita Parc

Vila Vita Parc

5 out of 5
Rua Anneliese Pohl Lagoa Algarve
The price is NZ$1,133 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$1,133
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (747 reviews)
"This is a beautiful property that is impeccably maintained. Each and every staff member is helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Vila Vita Parc
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Our guide on where to stay in Albufeira Old Town

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A coastal town with a sandy beach, clear blue sea, rocky cliffs, and white buildings.
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Albufeira Center

A noteworthy feature of Albufeira Center is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, dense greenery, and a clear blue sea.

Santa Eulália

If you're spending some time in Santa Eulália, Santa Eulalia Beach and Oura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal town at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent church spire.

Correeira

Though Correeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square and The Strip.

A beach with a large rock formation, rows of sun loungers, and a coastal town in the background.
Photo by Graeme Shinnie
Open Photo by Graeme Shinnie

Peneco Beach

Peneco Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Peneco Beach and Elevador do Peneco.

Aerial view of golden cliffs meet the azure sea near Praia da Oura, contrasting with the white buildings of Albufeira, Faro District, Portugal.

Alpouvar

Alpouvar might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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