Santo Amaro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santo Amaro
Popular places to visit
Praia da Luz
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Praia da Luz during your travels in Lagos? Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.
Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.
Dona Ana Beach
Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.
Camilo Beach
Climb down the elegant staircase to this hidden bay at the base of colorful cliffs and enjoy the spectacular natural views.
Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
Check out this historic lighthouse, descend the steps to the beach and take a boat tour of the sea stacks and arches.
Lagos Zoo
Pet and feed the animals in the spacious enclosures, bring your kids to the playground and dine at the restaurant of this zoo.
Activities
Sunrise Benagil Full Caves Tour
From Lagos: 2.5-Hour Guided Coastal Boat Tour & Grotto Visit
Lagos: Ponta Piedade Sail & Caves Cruise w/Portuguese Tapas
Half-Day Sailing Tour in Baia de Lagos with Lunch
Our pick of the best Santo Amaro Hotel Deals
Tivoli Lagos
Clean room, comfortable bed but all four pillows were very thick and over stuffed. The temperature of the room was adequate however the room AC did not work properly. The bathroom was very nice with a great bathtub/shower (rain shower head and also a shower wand). The breakfast buffet was simply ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Lagos Avenida Hotel
It is a beautiful hotel and a perfect location. Easy access to the bus, store, the train station, the Marina. I can’t speak highly enough of the breakfast buffet and all of the staff that worked there. We will be coming back.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Vila Vita Parc
Immaculate hotel experiance, superb service and and in pretty much every way. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Tivoli Carvoeiro
It was amazing and I will definitely be returning
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Gym was very well equipped. Kitchen could have had more pots and pans for long term stays
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Algarve Casino
This hotel is 150%!!! Its location couldn’t be better, the buffet breakfast is fabulous, free parking in a safe garage, and cleanliness second to none. You walk right out onto the beautiful beach which you can walk for 5km to the other end amongst stellar cliffs. The breakfast has absolutely everything ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santo Amaro
Centro Histórico
Centro Histórico is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lagos Municipal Market and First European Slave Market.
Cerro das Mos
While Cerro das Mos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
Ameijeira
While Ameijeira isn't home to many top sights, Batata Beach and Dona Ana Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pedra Alcada
While there might not be top attractions in Pedra Alcada, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lagos Municipal Market and Marina de Lagos.
Marina de Lagos
While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.
Praia Dona Ana
If you're spending some time in Praia Dona Ana, Dona Ana Beach and Batata Beach are top sights worth seeing.
