Pedra Alcada Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pedra Alcada
Popular places to visit
Praia da Luz
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Praia da Luz, a popular beach in Lagos. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.
Dona Ana Beach
Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.
Camilo Beach
Climb down the elegant staircase to this hidden bay at the base of colorful cliffs and enjoy the spectacular natural views.
Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
Check out this historic lighthouse, descend the steps to the beach and take a boat tour of the sea stacks and arches.
Lagos Zoo
Pet and feed the animals in the spacious enclosures, bring your kids to the playground and dine at the restaurant of this zoo.
Activities
From Lagos: Family way - Dolphin Watching Cruise Catamaran
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao
Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option
Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Boat Tour
Benagil Boat Trip with Lunch, Open Bar & Fun Water Activities
Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour
Our pick of the best Pedra Alcada Hotel Deals
Hotel Algarve Casino
Tivoli Carvoeiro
"The resort has an amazing view, the breakfast buffet was delicious and had a wide variety of food items. The hotel felt very clean and had a few restaurants onsite to chose from. I recommend booking a room with sea view to really enjoy this resort, otherwise the experience is not the same. The kids ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Vila Vita Parc
"Cannot say enough on how excellent this hotel presented itself."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
NH Lagos Algarve Resort
"The hotel was significantly nicer than I expected based on the reviews. It was clean and spacious and had everything we needed. The only qualm was the old wooden boards around the pool that were a tripping hazard. There are also a lot of stairs all around the property, if you need ADA accessibility ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Carvi Beach Hotel
"EXCELLENT hotel!! Very clean, comfortable rooms w/mini refrigerator and great air conditioning! Praia Dona Ana (a beautiful beach) is right below. There are restrooms, life guards, beach chairs and umbrella rentals, and a nice restaurant serving reasonably priced food and drinks there. Several steps ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
"Bad guide reception"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pedra Alcada
Ameijeira
While Ameijeira isn't home to many top sights, Batata Beach and Dona Ana Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Porto de Mós
If you're spending some time in Porto de Mós, Porto de Mos Beach and Golfo de Cádiz are top sights worth seeing.
Cerro das Mos
While Cerro das Mos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
Centro Histórico
Centro Histórico is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lagos Municipal Market and First European Slave Market.
Praia Dona Ana
If you're spending some time in Praia Dona Ana, Dona Ana Beach and Batata Beach are top sights worth seeing.
