Santa Maria e Santiago Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tavira showing a garden
Tavira
Tavira featuring a square or plaza
Tavira
Tavira

Where to stay in Santa Maria e Santiago

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Picota

Though Picota may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Roman Bridge and Old Town.

Picota
AP Maria Nova Lounge - Adults Friendly
AP Maria Nova Lounge - Adults Friendly
4 out of 5
Rua Antonio Pinheiro, Tavira
The price is AU$166 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (877 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with friendly staff in a great location. Roof top bar is amazing!"

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2025

AP Maria Nova Lounge - Adults Friendly
Ozadi Tavira Hotel
Ozadi Tavira Hotel
4 out of 5
Quintas Das Oliveiras E N 125, Tavira
The price is AU$138 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (481 reviews)
"Excellent stay! Plus the free parking and breakfast! 😉"

Reviewed on 24 Feb. 2025

Ozadi Tavira Hotel
Hotel Don Rodrigues
Hotel Don Rodrigues
1 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 125 Km 134, Sitio da Pegada, Santa Margarida, Tavira, Faro
Stay at this hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (312 reviews)
Breakaway
"Was a very pleasent stay"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

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Quiete Traditional House with Private Garden in the Heart of the Old Town Tavira
Quiete Traditional House with Private Garden in the Heart of the Old Town Tavira
TAVIRA
Stay at this vacation home in Tavira. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Igreja da Misericórdia and Tavira Castle are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Tavira apt
"Property good location best in town"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Quiete Traditional House with Private Garden in the Heart of the Old Town Tavira
Spacious one-bed apartment with shared pool, free WiFi, garage
Spacious one-bed apartment with shared pool, free WiFi, garage
Tavira
Stay at this apartment in Tavira. Enjoy balconies, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Alvaro de Campos Municipal Library and Tavira Castle ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Great for the price!
"We just needed a place to sleep, and weren’t needing a lot of amenities. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the desk clerks were very helpful when we arrived extremely late due to a flight delay. I would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2023

Spacious one-bed apartment with shared pool, free WiFi, garage
Spacious apartment in historical centre of Tavira with views of river & WiFi
Spacious apartment in historical centre of Tavira with views of river & WiFi
Tavira
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Tavira. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alvaro de ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Beautiful apartment, great location
"Lovely apartment,great area. Plenty room and equipped well. Definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2024

Spacious apartment in historical centre of Tavira with views of river & WiFi
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Popular places to visit

Tavira Castle showing a city

Tavira Castle

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

Tavira Castle
Roman Bridge featuring a river or creek and a bridge

Roman Bridge

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

Roman Bridge
Praca da Republica which includes a square or plaza and a fountain

Praca da Republica

Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

Praca da Republica
Misericordia Church which includes a city

Misericordia Church

Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.

Misericordia Church
Tavira Castle

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo

If Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria e Santiago.

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo

Old Town

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Old Town

Activities

Loulé Market Half-Day Tour

Loulé Market Half-Day Tour

AU$48
per adult
Loulé Market Half-Day Tour
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

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

AU$83
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, Tavira & Cacela Velha

Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, Tavira & Vila Real de Santo António

AU$86
per adult
Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, Tavira & Vila Real de Santo António
Best of Leiria: Private Tour

Best of Leiria: Private Tour

AU$66
per adult
Best of Leiria: Private Tour
Cloisters at the Fatima Sanctuary

Fatima and Aljustrel Day Tour from Algarve

AU$116
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Fatima and Aljustrel Day Tour from Algarve
5 Types of Olives Without Preservatives

Tavira Olive Experience Factory Tour and Tasting

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tavira Olive Experience Factory Tour and Tasting
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