Alcalar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Rocha Beach showing a city, a coastal town and general coastal views

Rocha Beach

Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.

Rocha Beach
Portimao Marina featuring a bay or harbour

Portimão Marina

Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.

Portimão Marina
Vau Beach

Vau Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Vau Beach
Tres Irmaos Beach showing a sandy beach, a sunset and rocky coastline

Tres Irmaos Beach

Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.

Tres Irmaos Beach
Rocha Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views

Portimão Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Portimão Harbor
Portimao featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

Três Castelos Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the marina in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Três Castelos Beach

Activities

Lagos Zoo

Lagos Zoo Admission Ticket

AU$33
per adult
Lagos Zoo Admission Ticket
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
Coast Cruise Trip to Ponta da Piedade from Lagos

Coast Cruise Trip to Ponta da Piedade from Lagos

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coast Cruise Trip to Ponta da Piedade from Lagos
2 Hours Cruise Portimão to Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach

Benagil Cave Boat Tour - 2Hours From Portimão

AU$42
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - 2Hours From Portimão
Algar de Benagil from Lagos

Algar de Benagil from Lagos

AU$61
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Algar de Benagil from Lagos
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour

Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour

AU$36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour
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Our pick of the best Alcalar Hotel Deals

Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is AU$234 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$234
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (1,007 reviews)
"What a beautiful spot to relax and enjoy the weather"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
RR Hotel da Rocha

RR Hotel da Rocha

4 out of 5
Ave Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$159 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$159
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff were informative and most friendly"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

RR Hotel da Rocha
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$220 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$220
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Camilo Beach and Dona Ana Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)
"Great aesthetics but in a new area so not much around in terms of restaurants. The beach is close so that’s nice and nice sunset and sunrise views feom the cliffs nearby. Welcoming staff was not as great. And no one helped me with my 3 suitcases. Long wait for check in and also breakfast."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Vila Vita Parc

Vila Vita Parc

5 out of 5
Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, Porches, Lagoa, Algarve
The price is AU$535 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$535
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (666 reviews)
"Fifth stay here and never fails to impress, the staff are so friendly and nothing is to much trouble. Great location and facilities"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Vila Vita Parc
Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is AU$140 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$140
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Access to the beach was via steps with a rope being slightly disabled having had a knee operation I found this unsafe and difficult to access as the rope was very loose at times. We had difficulty getting breakfast the first morning as it was so busy so we went elsewhere, the second morning we managed ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort

Belmar Spa & Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Estrada do Porto De Mos, Lagos
The price is AU$220 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$220
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Lagos. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,291 reviews)
"Close to a beautiful beach, has a good restaurant and lovely pools and spa area. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Alcalar

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Monte Judeu

When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Monte Judeu
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Rasmalho

Rasmalho might not have many top sights, but Algarve International Autodrome Raceway and Monchique Thermal Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rasmalho
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Montes de Alvor

Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.

Montes de Alvor
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Alagoas

While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alagoas
Portimao showing food

Portimão City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Portimão City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Portimão Harbor or Algarve Racing.

Portimão City Centre
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Torralta

While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.

Torralta

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