Ruivas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Praia da Luz
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Praia da Luz during your travels in Lagos? Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this relaxing 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
Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option
Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Boat Tour
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
NEW Lagos-Watching Dolphins and Benagil Cave with Biologists
Our pick of the best Ruivas Hotel Deals
Hotel Algarve Casino
The hotel was clean, and the staff were very professional.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
RR Hotel da Rocha
room was nice, spacious and clean
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Yes
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Vila Vita Parc
Great hotel
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Stayed in the one bedroom apartment very well appointed for a long-term. Stay excellent breakfast. Restaurant was closed for dinner, so can't comment on that only complaint would be. Spa needs to be open later at night.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor
Great hosts, nice clean room and very good breakfast. The hotel is close to the lagoon and the beach. Would definitely go back again. Lucy and Larsen made me feel very welcomed.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ruivas
Alfarrobeira
When in Alfarrobeira, you can plan a visit to Palmares Golf and Alvor Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vale da Lama
When in Vale da Lama, you can plan a visit to Palmares Golf and Alvor Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
São Sebastião
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in São Sebastião and surrounding area, you can visit Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
Caliças
While there might not be top attractions in Caliças, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
Telheiro
Telheiro might not have many top sights, but Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marina de Lagos
While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.
