Alcaria Cova Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Old Town Square

Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Old Town Square
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Faro Cathedral

In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.

Faro Cathedral
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Estoi Palace

Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Estoi Palace
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Carmo Church

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Behind the intricate details of the Baroque façade and the nave’s gilded woodwork and stained-glass windows lie the ghoulish skulls of the Bones Chapel.

Carmo Church
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Faro Marina

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Faro Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Faro Marina
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Forum Algarve Mall

During your trip to Sé e São Pedro, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Forum Algarve Mall. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Forum Algarve Mall

Activities

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Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

NZ$88
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
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Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

NZ$76
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
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From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

NZ$70
Per adult
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
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From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

NZ$70
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
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Algarve: Open Water Swimming

NZ$105
Per adult
Algarve: Open Water Swimming
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Loulé: Explore Quinta da Tôr Winery with Wine Tasting

NZ$30
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loulé: Explore Quinta da Tôr Winery with Wine Tasting
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Our pick of the best Alcaria Cova Hotel Deals

The Patio Suite Hotel
The Patio Suite Hotel
4 out of 5
Urbanização Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is NZ$253 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$253
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"What a gem of a place. We wish we discovered this spot earlier in our trip. Big, clean , spacious apartments . The staff are SO lovely and helpful they make everything run smoothly. I highly recommend this spot. Oh and the nearby beaches… out of this world! We hope to return one day."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2024

The Patio Suite Hotel
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$269 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$269
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Comfortable hotel
"A very comfortable hotel for a few nights stay. Enjoyed the rooftop bar and sun deck. Rooms and storage space a little cramped for a long stay. Staff friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

AP Eva Senses
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is NZ$665 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$665
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (514 reviews)
"I stayed here with my daughter and we had an amazing and relaxing stay. All the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Food, pool, beach all perfect. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is NZ$319 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$319
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"This property was situated in middle of old Faro with walking distance to every place imaginable, cafes , restaurants museums. Beautiful Praia de faro beach is a 10 euro Uber away with chairs and umbrellas available and restaurant Bars.. loved this place"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida Infante Sagres, 143, Loulé
The price is NZ$257 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$257
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (991 reviews)
"Excellent hotel great service"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Dom Jose Beach Hotel
TUI BLUE Falesia - Adults Only
TUI BLUE Falesia - Adults Only
4 out of 5
Quinta do Milharó, s/n, Olhos d´Água, Albufeira, Algarve
The price is NZ$343 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$343
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Big hotel not a boutique style by any means. Rooms very large and breakfast very good. Close to Falesia Beach"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

TUI BLUE Falesia - Adults Only
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Alcaria Cova

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Barranco de São Miguel

When in Barranco de São Miguel, you can plan a visit to Estoi Palace and Municipal Swimming Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Barranco de São Miguel
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Vale Grande

When in Vale Grande, you can plan a visit to Estoi Palace and Olhao Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Vale Grande
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Murta

Murta might not have many top sights, but Estoi Palace and Municipal Swimming Pool are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Murta
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Vale de Seixos

4/5(1 area review)

While Vale de Seixos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estoi Palace and Algarve Stadium.

Vale de Seixos
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Laranjeiro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laranjeiro and surrounding area, you can visit Estoi Palace and Algarve Stadium.

Laranjeiro
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Lagos e Relvas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lagos e Relvas and surrounding area, you can visit Estoi Palace and Algarve Stadium.

Lagos e Relvas

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