Santa Maria e Santiago Travel Guide

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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$230 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
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! (899 reviews)
"This was a great accommodation in a large hotel complex that was walking distance to the center. We had a suite with a king bed and large sitting area. Parking was easy onsite with spots in front of the hotel and in a parking garage. The buffet breakfast was very good. We visited in winter and it ..."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 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 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (488 reviews)
"Breakfast was lovely and kept well stocked. Restaurant had beautiful views. Room was clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking. Tavira was a short taxi ride."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Ozadi Tavira Hotel
VILAPURA - Naturism
VILAPURA - Naturism
3 out of 5
Sitio do Bernardinheiro, Tavira, Algarve
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly B&B in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Barril Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"A unique hotel in every way."

Reviewed on 24 May 2023

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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 Cabanas Beach and Igreja da Misericórdia are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Perfect location fantastic host
"Weather was a shocker, no fault obviously for the host Maria. Maria could not have been more helpful from start to finish, even left us an umbrella and boy did we need it. Communication was instant and once we arrived Maria pinned us everywhere we needed to go from suoermarkets to vakery..great hostarrived ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Quiete Traditional House with Private Garden in the Heart of the Old Town Tavira
Casa Risca Amarela-a new apartment in an old house
Casa Risca Amarela-a new apartment in an old house
Tavira
Stay at this vacation home in Tavira. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Roman ...
Casa Risca Amarela-a new apartment in an old house
Luxury Spacious Ground Floor Accommodation, 8 Minutes Walk To Town Centre
Luxury Spacious Ground Floor Accommodation, 8 Minutes Walk To Town Centre
Tavira
Stay at this apartment in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Cabanas ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Back in our neighborhood
"We had a great stay. The condo was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. Weare very familiar with the area since we have stayed inthe complex before. The location was great, easy walk to town. The area is quiet, yet close to town. We had anissue with the heating, however, Chris was ..."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Luxury Spacious Ground Floor Accommodation, 8 Minutes Walk To Town Centre
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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
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
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

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

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

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

AU$86
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Porto to Algarve up to 2 stops

Porto to Algarve up to 3 Stops: Aveiro, Coimbra & Évora

AU$1,239
per adult
Porto to Algarve up to 3 Stops: Aveiro, Coimbra & Évora
Quatro Águas Tavira, Maria's Tuk Tuk

Tuk tuk Tour Tavira Total - 2h00 - Includes Tuna Museum and Fishing Village

AU$189
per adult
Tuk tuk Tour Tavira Total - 2h00 - Includes Tuna Museum and Fishing Village
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