Cabanas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The boardwalk stretches along the river front, nice for a leisurely stroll or to sit and enjoy an icecream whilst looking out over the Ria Formosa #NationalPark. You can get a boat/water taxi across the river to the beach Ilha de Cabanas. The boardwalk runs parallel to the avenida which is lined with cafes and bars, the vibe is casual, and the alfresco dining view is hampered slightly by the boardwalk.
The boardwalk stretches along the river front, nice for a leisurely stroll or to sit and enjoy an icecream whilst looking out over the Ria Formosa #NationalPark. You can get a boat/water taxi across the river to the beach Ilha de Cabanas. The boardwalk runs parallel to the avenida which is lined with cafes and bars, the vibe is casual, and the alfresco dining view is hampered slightly by the boardwalk.
I recommend a walk along the boardwalk with a stop for an icecream from one of the café shops on the street, but take a seat on one of the benches not the café an enjoy the view over the Ria Formosa #NationalPark wetlands. From here get a boat/water taxi across the river to the beach Ilha de Cabanas for a spot of sunbathing or birdwatching as rare birds come to the wetlands to breed.
The view from Cabanas across the Ria Formasa Parque Natural, an extensive network of wetlands running along the east coast of the Algarve from Faro to Manta Rota. A protected area of outstanding beauty that is home to migrating birds during the winter as well as breeding birds, fish and other wildlife. But the best bit for me is the beach Ilha de Cabanas a short boat trip across the river. #NationalPark #Beach
I love these beautiful purple trees in Portugal, no idea what they are called but they are so pretty!

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4 out of 5
Rua Tuberaia Major. Cabanas de Tavira Tavira Algarve
The price is NZ$168 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
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Beautiful hotel with amazing breakfast

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Golden Club Cabanas

Golden Club Cabanas

3 out of 5
R. Tuberária Maj. Tavira Faro
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Pedras da Rainha

Pedras da Rainha

3 out of 5
Pedras da Rainha Tavira
The price is NZ$123 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$123
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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Stay at this golf resort in Tavira. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Benamor ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (261 reviews)
The staff were helpful, friendly and polite and the facilities on site were good. It was also in a good location within easy walking distance of restaurants, shops and the seafront. The supermarket on site was also convenient and well stocked. Our apartment was in a quiet part of the compex, but ...

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

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Golden Club Cabanas

Golden Club Cabanas

3 out of 5
R. Tuberária Maj. Tavira Faro
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Lovely First Floor Apartment Large Balcony Overlooking Pool And Gardens Licensed

Lovely First Floor Apartment Large Balcony Overlooking Pool And Gardens Licensed

Cabanas de Tavira Faro
Stay at this apartment in Tavira. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Benamor Golf are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Trevor is a great host. Super responsive and witg a smile on his face. His apartment felt like home. Nice comfy beds, lovely big sofa and tv. Wish the weather had been warmer so that we could have sat around the pool. Very quiet building. My only preference would have to have opaque curtains in the ...

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Lovely First Floor Apartment Large Balcony Overlooking Pool And Gardens Licensed
Luxury Apartment. House with character

Luxury Apartment. House with character

Tavira
Stay at this holiday home in Tavira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Benamor Golf are located ...
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Lovely house, with a few tweaks that could be done concerning comfort.

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Tavira Castle showing a city

Tavira Castle

Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

Tavira Castle
Roman Bridge featuring a river or creek and a bridge

Roman Bridge

Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

Roman Bridge
Praca da Republica which includes a square or plaza and a fountain

Praca da Republica

Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

Praca da Republica
Misericordia Church which includes a city

Misericordia Church

Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.

Misericordia Church

Old Town

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Old Town

Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall during your stay in Santa Maria e Santiago. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall

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