Centro Histórico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santo Antonio Church featuring a sunset and a city
Centro Histórico
Santo Antonio Church showing interior views, art and a church or cathedral
Arch of Sao Goncalo which includes heritage elements, night scenes and château or palace
Centro Histórico

Popular places to visit

First European Slave Market

First European Slave Market

Find out about the abysmal conditions in which the first slaves from West Africa were kept in this former slave market.

First European Slave Market
Henry the Navigator Statue

Henry the Navigator Statue

Find out about the history of São Gonçalo de Lagos when you take a trip to Henry the Navigator Statue. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.

Henry the Navigator Statue
Santo Antonio Church showing art, interior views and a church or cathedral

Santo Antonio Church

Be amazed by the abundance of gold leaf décor spread across this Baroque gem and explore the relics in the small museum.

Santo Antonio Church
Arch of Sao Goncalo which includes heritage elements, night scenes and château or palace

Arch of Sao Goncalo

Gaze up at the impressive gateway to the Old Town of Lagos and learn about the patron saint of fishermen at the port.

Arch of Sao Goncalo

Lagos Municipal Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lagos Municipal Market during your stay in São Gonçalo de Lagos. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Lagos Municipal Market

Santa Maria Church

Learn about the local history of São Gonçalo de Lagos with a stop at Santa Maria Church. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.

Santa Maria Church

Activities

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

NZ$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
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From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran

NZ$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran
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From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure

NZ$66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure
From Lagos: Family-Friendly Catamaran Tour of Benagil

From Lagos: Benagil Caves Catamaran Cruise

NZ$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Caves Catamaran Cruise
Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos

Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos free drink

NZ$66
per adult
Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos free drink
Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade

Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade

NZ$34
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade
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Our pick of the best Centro Histórico Hotel Deals

Lagosmar Hotel

Lagosmar Hotel

2 out of 5
Rua Dr. Faria e Silva, N13, Lagos
The price is NZ$218 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$218
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (404 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Lagosmar Hotel
The MN56 Hotel

The MN56 Hotel

4 out of 5
R. Marreiros Netto 56, Lagos, Faro
The price is NZ$616 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$616
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Marina de Lagos and Dona Ana Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
hands down the best hotel in lagos
"wow! what can I say? this was by far the best hotel in Lagos that i’ve ever stayed in. it’s only a few months old but it’s already running like a well oiled machine. the staff was amazing, the kitchen was excellent, and the rooftop pool… the cherry on top. i can’t rave enough about this place. it ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

The MN56 Hotel
Inn Seventies

Inn Seventies

3 out of 5
Rua Marquês De Pombal 1, Lagos
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Marina de Lagos and Dona Ana Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (145 reviews)
"The property is billed as a BnB but no breakfast is served even though it say so on line and in documents at the facility"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

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Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$445 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$445
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! (1,001 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$614 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$614
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! (1,000 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$489 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$489
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (120 reviews)
"Not located on the beach as I thought. The hotel is beautiful and not far from the old town. Would definitely recommend this lively hotel. Breakfast is fantastic!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico

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Santo Amaro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santo Amaro and surrounding area, you can visit Lagos Municipal Market and Marina de Lagos.

Santo Amaro
Dona Ana Beach featuring general coastal views, rugged coastline and a beach

Ameijeira

4/5(6 area reviews)

While Ameijeira isn't home to many top sights, Batata Beach and Dona Ana Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ameijeira
Meia Praia Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Meia Praia

While visiting Meia Praia, you might make a stop by sights like Meia Beach and Golfo de Cádiz.

Meia Praia
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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.

Pedra Alcada
Dona Ana Beach featuring general coastal views, rugged coastline and a beach

Praia Dona Ana

If you're spending some time in Praia Dona Ana, Dona Ana Beach and Batata Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Praia Dona Ana
Lagos Marina which includes a bay or harbour

Marina de Lagos

While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.

Marina de Lagos

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