Alcaria Cova Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Faro Island Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views

Faro Island Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.

Faro Island Beach
Old Town Square

Old Town Square

Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Old Town Square
Estoi Palace

Estoi Palace

Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Estoi Palace
Faro Cathedral showing a coastal town

Faro Cathedral

In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.

Faro Cathedral
Carmo Church showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Carmo Church

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Behind the intricate details of the Baroque façade and the nave’s gilded woodwork and stained-glass windows lie the ghoulish skulls of the Bones Chapel.

Carmo Church

Faro Marina

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Faro Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Faro Marina

Activities

Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

AU$129
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

AU$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

AU$89
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Benagil cave from the top view

Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
Lagos and Carvoeiro - From Faro and Vilamoura

Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.

AU$375
per adult
Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.
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Our pick of the best Alcaria Cova Hotel Deals

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$973 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$973
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (684 reviews)
Decompression achieved
"Perfect place to decompress, great quality facilities, restaurants, along with friendly professional staff."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is AU$185 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$185
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (994 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is AU$194 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$194
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Good hotel, close to airport.
"The hotel reception is open 24/7, which is useful for a late flight. The receptionist was very helpful and polite. The room was noisy from road traffic and the bed very hard. The room was clean and supplied toiletries. Breakfast was an additional £12 each, but for a vegetarian it was basic. Although ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos, Loule, Faro
The price is AU$589 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$589
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (963 reviews)
"Very clean environment. The staffs are nice"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG
Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG
5 out of 5
Rua Do Oceano Atlantico, Loulé
The price is AU$719 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$719
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"Pool and pool area are lovely. Good breakfast. Restaurant a bit slow sometimes. Looking a bit tired in places."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG
Four Seasons Vilamoura
Four Seasons Vilamoura
4 out of 5
Rua da Holanda, 507, Loulé
The price is AU$694 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$694
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (639 reviews)
Great stay
"Beautiful hotel and a great location. Hotel is spotlessly clean and all the staff are friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Four Seasons Vilamoura
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Other neighbourhoods around Alcaria Cova

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Alcaria Branca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alcaria Branca and surrounding area, you can visit Ria Formosa Natural Park and Old Town.

Alcaria Branca
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Murta

Murta might not have many top sights, but Old Town and Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Murta
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Ariolos

Though Ariolos may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour.

Ariolos
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Vale de Seixos

4/5(1 area review)

While Vale de Seixos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Algarve Stadium.

Vale de Seixos
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Chaveca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chaveca and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina.

Chaveca
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Ferradeira

While Ferradeira isn't home to many top sights, Carmo Church and Ria Formosa Natural Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ferradeira

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