Alagoas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Rocha Beach showing a city, a coastal town and general coastal views

Rocha Beach

Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.

Rocha Beach
Portimao Marina featuring a bay or harbour

Portimão Marina

Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.

Portimão Marina
Vau Beach

Vau Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Vau Beach
Tres Irmaos Beach showing a sandy beach, a sunset and rocky coastline

Tres Irmaos Beach

Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.

Tres Irmaos Beach
Rocha Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views

Portimão Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Portimão Harbor
Portimao featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

Três Castelos Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.

Três Castelos Beach

Activities

Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

NZ$39
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

NZ$82
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves
Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ

Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ

NZ$140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ophelia Catamaran Cruises + Beach BBQ
Half Day Luxury Sail in Benagil and Carvoeiro Portugal

Half Day Luxury Sail in Benagil and Carvoeiro Portugal

NZ$111
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Luxury Sail in Benagil and Carvoeiro Portugal
Benagil Secrets

Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

NZ$127
per adult
Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao

Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao

NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao
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Our pick of the best Alagoas Hotel Deals

Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is NZ$443 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$443
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Fantastic service from staff at time of check-in. Went above and beyond to get us set up with early check-in."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is NZ$611 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$611
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel location was beautiful. The room was large and very clean, but the hotel halls themselves were being worked on at the time of our stay and were not that clean. The food at the hotel bar was mediocre, but the breakfast was very good. It was unfortunate you could no longer access the beach ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Rua Raul Brandão, 2 - Bloco B, Lagos
The price is NZ$487 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$487
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Camilo Beach and Dona Ana Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (118 reviews)
"First Class service"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Carvi Beach Hotel

Carvi Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Alameda Dr. Armando Soares Ribeiro, Praia Dona Ana, Apartado 33, Lagos
The price is NZ$456 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$456
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved being on the beach. Hotel was a bit dated. The restaurant was great though!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Carvi Beach Hotel
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Av. do Estádio, PO Box 2445, Albufeira
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$344 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$344
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)
"Definitely I will be back again on this property!!! So so so happy!!!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Clube Albufeira Garden Village

Clube Albufeira Garden Village

4 out of 5
Estrada de Ferreiras-Alpouvar, Albufeira
The price is NZ$203 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$203
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square and Albufeira ...
8/10 Very Good! (212 reviews)
Spacious 3 bedrooms villa
"We recently stayed in a 3-bedroom villa with a private pool. The villa itself was spacious and comfortable, with plenty of room for our group. While the furniture was a little outdated and could use some refreshing, it didn’t take away from our enjoyment. The real highlight was having our own private ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Clube Albufeira Garden Village
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Other neighbourhoods around Alagoas

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Montes de Alvor

Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.

Montes de Alvor
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Torralta

While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.

Torralta
Tres Irmaos Beach showing night scenes

Prainha

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Prainha. A stop by Tres Irmaos Beach or Prainha Beach might round out your trip.

Prainha
Portimao showing food

Portimão City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Portimão City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Portimão Harbor or Algarve Racing.

Portimão City Centre
Rocha Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach

Praia da Rocha

Travellers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Três Castelos Beach and Algarve Casino.

Praia da Rocha
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Monte Judeu

When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Monte Judeu

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