Ruivas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Lagos Marina which includes a bay or harbour

Marina de Lagos

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.

Marina de Lagos
Praia da Luz

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.

Praia da Luz
Dona Ana Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and rugged coastline

Dona Ana Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.

Dona Ana Beach
Camilo Beach showing a beach, general coastal views and rugged coastline

Camilo Beach

Climb down the elegant staircase to this hidden bay at the base of colorful cliffs and enjoy the spectacular natural views.

Camilo Beach
Lagos Lighthouse which includes kayaking or canoeing, rocky coastline and general coastal views

Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse

4/5(1 review)

Check out this historic lighthouse, descend the steps to the beach and take a boat tour of the sea stacks and arches.

Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
Lagos Zoo featuring cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

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.

Lagos Zoo

Activities

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

AU$64
per adult
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

AU$129
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Algar de Benagil from Lagos

Algar de Benagil from Lagos

AU$71
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Algar de Benagil from Lagos
Algarve Tour from Lisbon

Day Trip to the Algarve: Explore Lagos and Albufeira from Lisbon

AU$161
per adult
Day Trip to the Algarve: Explore Lagos and Albufeira from Lisbon
Picture 3 for Activity From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure

From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure

AU$60
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure
Ponta da piedade

Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting

AU$155
per adult
Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting
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Our pick of the best Ruivas Hotel Deals

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Tivoli Carvoeiro
5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is AU$651 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$651
2 Aug - 3 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! (1,017 reviews)
"Absolutely the best view of the ocean in Southern Portugal. Room was excellent and staff was highly accommodating to every request."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Rua Raul Brandão, 2 - Bloco B, Lagos
The price is AU$396 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$396
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Camilo Beach and Dona Ana Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
"Very nice property clean great staff only complaint was there was no milk in the room for our morning coffee we had to down to the bar to get it each day which makes no sense when there is a mini fridge"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Hotel Algarve Casino
Hotel Algarve Casino
5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is AU$358 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$358
13 July - 14 July
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Just spend a week at Algarve Casino. The property was lovely and ideally located close to the main street and the beach. We had lovely sea views from our room which in itself was spacious. Some parts of the hotel feel a bit dated but that did not take away from the overall impressions. The seawater ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful ocean views and large clean room"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

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RR Hotel da Rocha
Aqualuz Lagos by The Editory
Aqualuz Lagos by The Editory
4 out of 5
Rua Sacadura Cabral 8, Lagos
The price is AU$314 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$314
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Lagos. Enjoy room service, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (783 reviews)
"Excellent pool good facility"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Aqualuz Lagos by The Editory
Carvi Beach Hotel
Carvi Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
Alameda Dr. Armando Soares Ribeiro, Praia Dona Ana, Apartado 33, Lagos
The price is AU$442 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$442
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Included breakfast and location were amazing. Overall a great experience — stayed in a double twin bed room and it was a little small but okay because we weren’t in the room much! Beautiful area and the beach was so great."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Carvi Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ruivas

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Alfarrobeira

When in Alfarrobeira, you can plan a visit to Palmares Golf and Alvor Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alfarrobeira
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Vale da Lama

When in Vale da Lama, you can plan a visit to Alvor Beach and Palmares Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Vale da Lama
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Colinas Verdes

While Colinas Verdes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lagos Zoo and Marina de Lagos.

Colinas Verdes
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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.

Caliças
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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.

Telheiro
Lagos Marina which includes a bay or harbour

Marina de Lagos

While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.

Marina de Lagos

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