Branqueira Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset

Albufeira Old Town Square

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
Falesia Beach showing a beach, rugged coastline and a sunset

Falesia Beach

Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.

Falesia Beach
Albufeira Marina

Albufeira Marina

Explore the waterfront of Albufeira Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Albufeira Marina
Santa Eulalia Beach

Santa Eulalia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Santa Eulalia Beach during your travels in Santa Eulália?

Santa Eulalia Beach
Fisherman\'s Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Peneco Beach

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

Peneco Beach
Arrifes Beach

Arrifes Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Arrifes Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água.

Arrifes Beach

Activities

From Albufeira: Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar

From Albufeira: Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar

AU$123
per adult
From Albufeira: Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar
Group photo in Jeep/Group photo in Jeep

Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains

AU$72
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

AU$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil
Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

AU$36
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

AU$81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour
From Algarve: Benagil Cathedral Cave Kayak Tour

From Benagil: Benagil Caves Kayak Tour

AU$43
per adult
From Benagil: Benagil Caves Kayak Tour
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Our pick of the best Branqueira Hotel Deals

Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is AU$643 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$643
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Incredible and the staff was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is AU$424 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$424
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is AU$189 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$189
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Super convenient. Would like to see an option of a mini fridge in the rooms; however the staff were extremely accommodating and kept a few things in a staff fridge for us."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is AU$226 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$226
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Ve"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing location at the heart of Praia da Rocha. Highly recommend to stay here. Beds and pillows were very comfortable, overall very clean. Only stayed for one night, but I am planning to return to explore more the South part of Portugal and will try to stay here again because of its location and ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

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RR Hotel da Rocha
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is AU$757 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$757
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (698 reviews)
"Quiet location, ideal for relaxing, nice walk to the beach. The staff are fantastic."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Branqueira

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Santa Eulália

If you're spending some time in Santa Eulália, Santa Eulalia Beach and Oura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Santa Eulália
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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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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
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
Fisherman\'s Beach showing a beach and a coastal town

Albufeira Old Town

Albufeira Old Town is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square or Peneco Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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

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