Cabanas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The boardwalk stretches along the river front, nice for a leisurely stroll or to sit and enjoy an icecream whilst looking out over the Ria Formosa #NationalPark. You can get a boat/water taxi across the river to the beach Ilha de Cabanas. The boardwalk runs parallel to the avenida which is lined with cafes and bars, the vibe is casual, and the alfresco dining view is hampered slightly by the boardwalk.
I recommend a walk along the boardwalk with a stop for an icecream from one of the café shops on the street, but take a seat on one of the benches not the café an enjoy the view over the Ria Formosa #NationalPark wetlands. From here get a boat/water taxi across the river to the beach Ilha de Cabanas for a spot of sunbathing or birdwatching as rare birds come to the wetlands to breed.
The view from Cabanas across the Ria Formasa Parque Natural, an extensive network of wetlands running along the east coast of the Algarve from Faro to Manta Rota. A protected area of outstanding beauty that is home to migrating birds during the winter as well as breeding birds, fish and other wildlife. But the best bit for me is the beach Ilha de Cabanas a short boat trip across the river. #NationalPark #Beach
I love these beautiful purple trees in Portugal, no idea what they are called but they are so pretty!
AP Cabanas Beach & Nature - Adults Friendly

AP Cabanas Beach & Nature - Adults Friendly

4 out of 5
Rua Tuberaia Major. Cabanas de Tavira Tavira Algarve
The price is AU$154 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$154
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (271 reviews)
Very nice hotel, only negative point was quite disappointing breakfast buffet

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

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Golden Club Cabanas

Golden Club Cabanas

3 out of 5
R. Tuberária Maj. Tavira Faro
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Tavira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Old Town are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (138 reviews)
This a very relaxing resort close to everything.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

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Pedras da Rainha

Pedras da Rainha

3 out of 5
Pedras da Rainha Tavira
The price is AU$97 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$97
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Tavira. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Old Town ...
Pedras da Rainha
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Golden Club Cabanas

Golden Club Cabanas

3 out of 5
R. Tuberária Maj. Tavira Faro
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Tavira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Old Town are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (138 reviews)
This a very relaxing resort close to everything.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Golden Club Cabanas
Lovely First Floor Apartment Large Balcony Overlooking Pool And Gardens Licensed

Lovely First Floor Apartment Large Balcony Overlooking Pool And Gardens Licensed

Cabanas de Tavira Faro
Stay at this apartment in Tavira. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Old Town are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
This proprrty was a pleasure to stay in. Everything was in excellent condition, and the location was also great. A fully stocked supermarket within 5 minutes walk, lots of good restaurants in the neighborhood. Trevor, the owner/host was very helpful but not instrusive. We very much enjoyed our month ...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Lovely First Floor Apartment Large Balcony Overlooking Pool And Gardens Licensed
Luxury Apartment. House with character

Luxury Apartment. House with character

Tavira
Stay at this holiday home in Tavira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Old Town are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Lovely house, with a few tweaks that could be done concerning comfort.

Reviewed on 16 July 2025

Luxury Apartment. House with character
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Popular places to visit

Tavira Castle showing a city

Tavira Castle

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

Tavira Castle
Roman Bridge featuring a river or creek and a bridge

Roman Bridge

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

Roman Bridge
Praca da Republica which includes a square or plaza and a fountain

Praca da Republica

Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

Praca da Republica
Misericordia Church which includes a city

Misericordia Church

Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.

Misericordia Church

Old Town

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Old Town

Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall during your stay in Santa Maria e Santiago. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall

Activities

Tavira City & Chocolate

Tavira City & Chocolate

AU$82
per adult
Tavira City & Chocolate
Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

AU$29
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop
Olhão: Ria Formosa Boat Cruise to Armona and Culatra

Ria Formosa: Armona and Culatra Islands 3-Hour Boat Tour

AU$50
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ria Formosa: Armona and Culatra Islands 3-Hour Boat Tour
Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour

Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour

AU$42
per adult
Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour
Bateiras Traditional Boats Shared Tour in Olhão

Tours in Traditional Boats - Olhão

AU$67
per adult
Tours in Traditional Boats - Olhão
Couple standing on the rocky coastal cliffs with Ponta da Piedade lighthouse in the background in Lagos

Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour

AU$97
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
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