Vale do Garrão Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Garrao Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Garrao Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vale do Garrão. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Vilamoura Marina
Take a boat trip to see dolphins and go parasailing with a tour operator near this marina, which is bordered by the town’s main strip of restaurants and nightclubs.
Vilamoura Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vilamoura Beach during your travels in Vilamoura? Visit the spas and lively bars in this romantic area.
Aqua Show Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Aqua Show Park as part of your trip to Quarteira. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.
Quinta do Lago Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Quinta do Lago Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Quinta do Lago. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
Quinta do Lago Golf
Enjoy a round of golf in Almancil at Quinta do Lago Golf. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
From Faro: 2-Island, 2-Stop Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour
Our pick of the best Vale do Garrão Hotel Deals
AP Eva Senses
Staff were very good
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Absolutely beautiful hotel and spotless! The ladies (Jessica/Jennifer?) at the front desk were incredible and gave great recommendations for places to eat, how to get to different areas etc. would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive
Clean, spacious room with every amenity we needed for our 10-day stay. The food was great as well.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Occidental Faro
Nice room. Friendly staff great location. Nice breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG
great hotel with wonderful service , spacious and comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Could not fault the room. Clean and very well maintained
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vale do Garrão
Vale do Lobo
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Vale do Lobo. A stop by Vale do Lobo Beach or Garrao Beach might round out your trip.
Quinta do Lago
Beaches, golf courses and restaurants are some highlights of Quinta do Lago. Make a stop by Quinta do Lago Golf or Quinta do Lago Beach while you're exploring.
Fonte Santa
If you're spending some time in Fonte Santa, Quarteira Beach and Vale do Lobo Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Cavacos
Cavacos is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Quarteira Beach or Vilamoura Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Morgadinho
Morgadinho might not have many top sights, but Vilamoura Marina and Vila Sol Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cerro do Mocho
While there might not be top attractions in Cerro do Mocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Karting Almancil and Aqua Show Park.
