Albufeira Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fisherman\'s Beach showing a beach and a coastal town
Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset
Albufeira Old Town Square featuring markets
Albufeira Old Town
Fisherman\'s Beach which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a beach

Popular places to visit

Albufeira Old Town Square which includes a city and a sunset

Albufeira Old Town Square

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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
Fisherman\'s Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Peneco Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

The eastern side of Albufeira’s main city beach is famous for its fishing boats, seafood restaurants and live entertainment shows.

Peneco Beach
Praia dos Pescadores

Praia dos Pescadores

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia dos Pescadores during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Praia dos Pescadores

Clock Tower

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

Clock Tower

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

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 lively bars.

Municipal Archaeological Museum

Activities

Full Day Guided Tour Historical Algarve Finest

Full Day Guided Tour Historical Algarve Finest

AU$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Guided Tour Historical Algarve Finest
Albufeira: Benagil Cave and Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Cruise

Albufeira: Benagil Cave and Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Cruise

AU$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Benagil Cave and Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Cruise
From Albufeira: 4x4 Off-Road Safari & Vineyard Wine Tasting

From Albufeira: 4x4 Off-Road Safari & Vineyard Wine Tasting

AU$88
per adult
From Albufeira: 4x4 Off-Road Safari & Vineyard Wine Tasting
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Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains

AU$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains
Jeep Safari Algarve

Full-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

AU$95
per adult
Full-Day Algarve Jeep Safari
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

AU$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran
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Our pick of the best Albufeira Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel Indigo Albufeira, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Albufeira, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2, Albufeira, Faro
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! (326 reviews)
"We stayed here for 4 nights and our stay was great. The staff on reception were so friendly and helpful and greeted us every time with a smile and hello as we were on the same floor. The staff at breakfast and at the bar were also friendly and welcoming. Our room was great with a balcony over looking ..."

Reviewed on 7 Nov. 2024

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Hotel Indigo Albufeira, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only
Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only
4 out of 5
Rua José Bernardino de Sousa, Albufeira, Algarve
The price is AU$102 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$102
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (623 reviews)
"Beachfront hotel with direct view of the ocean is wonderful. Amenities were adequate though bare. Coffee pods not replenished daily. Breakfast was good with a variety of hot foods, fruits, yogurt and oatmeal."

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only
Turial Old Town Ocean View
Turial Old Town Ocean View
3 out of 5
Av. 25 de Abril, Albufeira, Faro
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square ...
7.8/10 Good! (190 reviews)
"Good hotel with good location. Need more pillows for the meds though!"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

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Turial Old Town Ocean View
TRADITIONAL HOUSE, CLOSE TO BEACH & TOWN CENTRE, SEA VIEW, ROOF TERRACE, A/C
TRADITIONAL HOUSE, CLOSE TO BEACH & TOWN CENTRE, SEA VIEW, ROOF TERRACE, A/C
Albufeira
The price is AU$1,461 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$1,461
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square and The ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Fantastic Place and Location
"Wonderful place and responsive staff! Couldn’t recommend it more!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2024

TRADITIONAL HOUSE, CLOSE TO BEACH & TOWN CENTRE, SEA VIEW, ROOF TERRACE, A/C
Hotel Baltum
Hotel Baltum
3 out of 5
Av. 25 de Abril, 26, Albufeira
The price is AU$96 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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! (453 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2024

Hotel Baltum
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$201 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$201
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Still needs some work. Hallways are dark and dreary. Not sure the flooring in the rooms was the way to go as they are noisy above and below your room. Staff was very welcoming and helpful. The VIP status got us a bottle of wine was there supposed to be other amenities as a VIP?"

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

AP Eva Senses
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Albufeira featuring street scenes, a small town or village and night scenes

Albufeira Center

A noteworthy feature of Albufeira Center is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach.

Albufeira Center
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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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Correeira

Though Correeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Strip and Praia dos Alemães.

Correeira
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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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Mouraria

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

Mouraria

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