Albufeira Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fisherman\'s Beach showing a beach and a coastal town
Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset
Albufeira Old Town Square featuring markets
Albufeira Old Town
Fisherman\'s Beach which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a beach

Popular places to visit

Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset

Albufeira Old Town Square

Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.

Albufeira Old Town Square
Fisherman\'s Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Peneco Beach

The eastern side of Albufeira’s main city beach is famous for its fishing boats, seafood restaurants and live entertainment shows.

Peneco Beach
Praia dos Pescadores

Praia dos Pescadores

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia dos Pescadores during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Praia dos Pescadores

Castle Wall Ruins

You can learn about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água with a visit to Castle Wall Ruins. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Castle Wall Ruins

Clock Tower

Find out about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água when you take a trip to Clock Tower. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Clock Tower

Municipal Archaeological Museum

You can study the exhibits at Municipal Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Municipal Archaeological Museum

Activities

Self Guided Scavenger Hunts in Albufeira

Self Guided Scavenger Hunts in Albufeira

NZ$29
per traveller
Self Guided Scavenger Hunts in Albufeira
Morning Beach Yoga in Albufeira

Morning Beach Yoga in Albufeira

NZ$43
per adult
Morning Beach Yoga in Albufeira
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

NZ$78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil
Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

NZ$141
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

NZ$78
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour

Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour

NZ$88
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour
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Our pick of the best Albufeira Old Town Hotel Deals

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$447 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$447
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (342 reviews)
"Great spot, quiet, perfect location, amazing staff and pool spot"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is NZ$706 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
NZ$706
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"We loved our honeymoon stay at Tivoli! We felt like Mariana at The One restaurant made us feel so special and really went above and beyond to make our meals amazing and personal. Bernardo also gave some great wine suggestions and local vineyards to check out! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$415 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$415
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was very nice. We had an ocean view which wasn’t expected"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is NZ$224 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$224
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Super convenient. Would like to see an option of a mini fridge in the rooms; however the staff were extremely accommodating and kept a few things in a staff fridge for us."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is NZ$249 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$249
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Rooms are generous size, clean and the complimentary breakfast was terrific! Our only issue was with the people smoking pot in the rooms around us because the smell in the hallway was overpowering and it wafted into the room when we opened the door. HOWEVER, friends stayed on other ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Albufeira Old Town

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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.

Peneco Beach
Albufeira featuring a small town or village, a coastal town and street scenes

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.

Albufeira Center
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Urbanização dos Caliços

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

Urbanização dos Caliços
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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.

Correeira
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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.

Alpouvar
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Mouraria

While there might not be top attractions in Mouraria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Albufeira Old Town Square and Algarve Shopping Mall.

Mouraria

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