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 beautiful beaches 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 seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

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

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Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains

NZ$80
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains
Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour

Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour

NZ$70
per adult
Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour
Albufeira: Beaches, Old Town, and Salgados Lagoon Jeep Tour

Albufeira: Beaches, Old Town, and Salgados Lagoon Jeep Tour

NZ$55
per adult
Albufeira: Beaches, Old Town, and Salgados Lagoon Jeep Tour
Algarve: Sunset Jeep Safari Tour

Algarve: Sunset Jeep Safari Tour

NZ$116
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Algarve: Sunset Jeep Safari Tour
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

NZ$60
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

NZ$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat 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$183 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$183
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (362 reviews)
Middle of the madness
"Hotel is places right within the old town square, music from bars can be loud, but this was not an issue for us. Pool is small bit there was no issues with sunbeds."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG
Hotel Baltum

Hotel Baltum

3 out of 5
Av. 25 de Abril, 26, Albufeira
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (509 reviews)
"The staff were very accommodating, the hotel room was spotless and was cleaned everyday throughout our trip. The location is right on the Old Town strip so very convenient for getting around, would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

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Hotel Baltum
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$445 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$445
per night
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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! (1,025 reviews)
"We had an unforgettable stay at Tivoli Resort, thanks to the incredible customer service. I especially want to thank Mariana and Luminita at the guest service desk. During our stay, I had a sudden health issue that required an emergency visit. Since we don’t speak Portuguese, Luminita immediately ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
The price is NZ$205 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$205
per night
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (1,005 reviews)
"It is right next to the beach and all the popular attractions. Great room with plenty of space. Surprisingly there are no outlets in the bathroom. Had to plug my toothbrush in the outlet near the bed???"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

RR Hotel da Rocha
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos, Loule, Faro
The price is NZ$381 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$381
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (988 reviews)
"Amazing place and reminds me so much of 5 star hotels in Dubai."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Hotel Da Gale

Hotel Da Gale

2 out of 5
Largo Dos Luisadas, Albufeira
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
5.4/10 (476 reviews)
Pleasant stay, no problems
"I felt I should write a review after reading lots of bad reviews about this hotel, as I had a very pleasant stay. The hotel is very basic and doesn't have air conditioning but I knew this before booking. My room didn't get a lot of sun and the temperature was fine. It is clean and there were cleaners ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 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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