Albufeira Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fisherman\'s Beach showing a beach and a coastal town
Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset
Albufeira Old Town Square featuring markets
Albufeira Old Town
Fisherman\'s Beach which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a beach

Popular places to visit

Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset

Albufeira Old Town Square

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.

Albufeira Old Town Square
Fisherman\'s Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Peneco Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

The eastern side of Albufeira’s main city beach is famous for its fishing boats, seafood restaurants and live entertainment shows.

Peneco Beach
Praia dos Pescadores

Praia dos Pescadores

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia dos Pescadores during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Praia dos Pescadores

Castle Wall Ruins

You can learn about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água with a visit to Castle Wall Ruins. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Castle Wall Ruins

Clock Tower

Find out about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água when you take a trip to Clock Tower. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Clock Tower

Municipal Archaeological Museum

You can study the exhibits at Municipal Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Municipal Archaeological Museum

Activities

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

AU$62
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran
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Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains

AU$71
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

AU$55
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave
Armação de Pêra: 2-Hour Wild Beaches and Caves Kayak Tour

Armação de Pêra: 2-Hour Wild Beaches and Caves Kayak Tour

AU$62
per adult
Armação de Pêra: 2-Hour Wild Beaches and Caves Kayak Tour
Armação de Pêra: Crazy Cookie Inflatable Ride

Armação de Pêra: Crazy Cookie Inflatable Ride

AU$35
per adult
Armação de Pêra: Crazy Cookie Inflatable Ride
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves – RIB Boat

AU$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves – RIB Boat
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Our pick of the best Albufeira Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2, Albufeira, Faro
The price is AU$248 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$248
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (364 reviews)
"Loved the balcony."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG
Hotel Baltum

Hotel Baltum

3 out of 5
Av. 25 de Abril, 26, Albufeira
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (513 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

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Hotel Baltum
Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is AU$140 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$140
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,015 reviews)
"Whilst the hotel may be a little dated it was more than made up in location and the staff were super helpful.It really is a worthwhile stay"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is AU$237 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$237
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (1,015 reviews)
"A lovely hotel with excellent staff, despite a flood issue in the bathroom first night it was dealt with and cleaned up quickly and without fuss whilst we had a drink in the bar. I must say though the terrace room with balcony has a pretty boring aspect, if you can book a sea view room, it will be ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Vila Vita Parc

Vila Vita Parc

5 out of 5
Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, Porches, Lagoa, Algarve
The price is AU$555 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$555
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (671 reviews)
"Everything was perfect, from the stunning views throughout the resort, the cleanliness, the service, friendly staff and excellent food and drinks."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Vila Vita Parc
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
The price is AU$160 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$160
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff were informative and most friendly"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

RR Hotel da Rocha
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Other neighbourhoods around Albufeira Old Town

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Peneco Beach

Peneco Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Peneco Beach and Elevador do Peneco.

Peneco Beach
Albufeira featuring a small town or village, a coastal town and street scenes

Albufeira Center

A noteworthy feature of Albufeira Center is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach.

Albufeira Center
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Urbanização dos Caliços

Urbanização dos Caliços might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Urbanização dos Caliços
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Correeira

Though Correeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square and The Strip.

Correeira
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Alpouvar

Alpouvar might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alpouvar
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Mouraria

While there might not be top attractions in Mouraria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Albufeira Old Town Square and Algarve Shopping Mall.

Mouraria

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