Vale do Garrão Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vale do Garrão
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 relaxing 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 relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.
Loule Castle
Loule Castle is just one of the places to see in São Sebastião, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the spas and golf courses 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
Our pick of the best Vale do Garrão Hotel Deals
AP Eva Senses
Beautiful place. Central to everything. Cashpoint right outside. Lovely views over the harbour. Pleasant reception area and helpful staff. Spotless room and bathroom. Would definately use again and recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Staff were very thorough., attentive and helpful. Excellent breakfasts
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
I stayed for three nights at this lovely hotel. The room was spacious, clean with all the basic amenities. The reception staff were friendly and helpful. The decor was absolutely stunning. There was a nice selection of contential breakfast. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Occidental Faro
Room was spotless though a little dated. Location was excellent and roof top breakfast room and bar were good with good views
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Everything was beyond imagination Thank you for everything
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG
Room was beautiful, staff friendly and welcoming, views were also amazing. Would reccomend and will definitely be coming back.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
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.
