Albufeira Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset

Albufeira Old Town Square

Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.

Albufeira Old Town Square

Castle Wall Ruins

You can learn about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água with a visit to Castle Wall Ruins. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Castle Wall Ruins

Clock Tower

Find out about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água when you take a trip to Clock Tower. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Clock Tower

Municipal Archaeological Museum

You can study the exhibits at Municipal Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Municipal Archaeological Museum

Misericordia Chapel

You can learn about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água with a visit to Misericordia Chapel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Misericordia Chapel

Miradouro Rossio

You can learn about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água with a trip to Miradouro Rossio. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Miradouro Rossio

Activities

From Albufeira: Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar

From Albufeira: Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar

AU$123
per adult
From Albufeira: Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar
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Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains

AU$72
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

AU$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour
Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise

AU$36
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Sunset Cruise
From Algarve: Benagil Cathedral Cave Kayak Tour

From Benagil: Benagil Caves Kayak Tour

AU$43
per adult
From Benagil: Benagil Caves Kayak Tour
Armação de Pêra: Crazy Cookie Inflatable Ride

Armação de Pêra: Crazy Cookie Inflatable Ride

AU$36
per adult
Armação de Pêra: Crazy Cookie Inflatable Ride
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Our pick of the best Albufeira Center Hotel Deals

Hotel Da Gale

Hotel Da Gale

2 out of 5
Largo Dos Luisadas, Albufeira
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
5.4/10 (454 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, quiet with a walking distance to Albufeira old town and local beach. The view from my room to the beach was amazing. The hotel looks old but well maintained. The staff at reception were super helpful and attentive."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2, Albufeira, Faro
The price is AU$383 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$383
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (343 reviews)
"Great spot, quiet, perfect location, amazing staff and pool spot"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG
Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

4 out of 5
Cerro do Malpique, Albufeira
The price is AU$303 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$303
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (449 reviews)
"Great location near Old Town. The resort was spacious with a nice pool. The room we had included a washer which was amazing for my family to do some laundry and was able to hang the clothes to dry on the rack in the large balcony. Definitely would recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden
Hotel Baltum

Hotel Baltum

3 out of 5
Av. 25 de Abril, 26, Albufeira
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (497 reviews)
"Cute hotel, staff was awesome, rooftop was a plus, everyday there is a drink special, Tiago was an awesome bartender. If your going there to party your in the right place, if you want to rest and re charge not the hotel for you it’s on the party street and very loud until 3-4 am. Breakfast was also ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Colina do Mar

Hotel Colina do Mar

3 out of 5
Rua Maria Teresa Semedo de Azevedo, 3, Albufeira
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and beach cabanas (surcharge). Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (397 reviews)
"Great location in the historic section of Albufeira. I enjoyed my stay, the staff is friendly. Maria Eugenie checked me in when I arrived. The hotel is on a hill facing the center. It was difficult to get rideshares to show up because it is a one way into the city center. The hotel was in a great ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

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Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

3 out of 5
Largo Jacinto D'Ayet, Albufeira
The price is AU$369 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$369
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (373 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, so quiet even though it was a 3min walk from the Old Town. Room was cleaned daily. A lot of pigeons and seagulls around at breakfast time and bird poo on our balcony in the evenings. Nothing else bad to say about the hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only
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Other neighbourhoods around Albufeira Center

Fisherman\'s Beach showing a beach and a coastal town

Albufeira Old Town

Albufeira Old Town is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square or Peneco Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Albufeira Old Town
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Peneco Beach

Peneco Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Peneco Beach and Elevador do Peneco.

Peneco Beach
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Urbanização dos Caliços

Urbanização dos Caliços might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Urbanização dos Caliços
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Alpouvar

Alpouvar might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alpouvar
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Correeira

Though Correeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square and The Strip.

Correeira
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Mouraria

While there might not be top attractions in Mouraria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Albufeira Old Town Square and Algarve Shopping Mall.

Mouraria

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