Vale Grande 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$70
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 the Quinta da Tôr Winery with Wine Tasting

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

Dom Jose Beach Hotel
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida Infante Sagres, 143, Loulé
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$250 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$250
per night
10 Jun - 11 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! (996 reviews)
"Everything was nice but they appear to have an ant infestation in the bedrooms which needs to be dealt with"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Dom Jose Beach Hotel
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is NZ$301 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$301
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff where really helpful"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 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$594 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
NZ$594
per night
20 Jun - 21 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! (515 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
The Patio Suite Hotel
The Patio Suite Hotel
4 out of 5
Urbanização Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is NZ$280 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$280
per night
6 Jun - 7 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! (85 reviews)
Wonderful stay
"We enjoyed everything about the hotel. The staff were all so friendly and efficient, spacious clean rooms and communal areas, and a convenient location for nearby towns. It was a 15 minute walk to the beach. We were all inclusive and the food was varied, fresh, and really enjoyable. The pool did ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

The Patio Suite Hotel
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is NZ$350 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$350
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (1,003 reviews)
City Centre Gem
"The staff both at reception and the bar/restaurant are exceptional. They cannot be faulted for their attitude, nothing was an issue, they went out of their way to make our overnight stay comfortable. The room is modern and minimalist but comfortable. With an underground carpark at 18 euros per night, ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
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$477 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$477
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
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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Other neighbourhoods around Vale Grande

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Alcaria Cova

While Alcaria Cova may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sao Miguel Peak and Estoi Palace.

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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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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Laranjeiro

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

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 Ruins of Milreu.

Lagos e Relvas
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Paço Branco

While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.

Paço Branco

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