Guidebook for Albufeira
Drinks & Nightlife
Casa do Cerro
Beco José Ramos PimentaChilled-out vibe, great music
It has large decked outside area with stunning views over the ocean, perfect for soaking up the sun, while enjoying a drink or two! They do "all you can eat" BBQ on Sundays for around 10€, there's also an Indian restaurant above that serves their food in the bar! Live music in the summer evenings.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Arte Bar
It has large decked outside area with stunning views over the ocean, perfect for soaking up the sun, while enjoying a drink or two! They do "all you can eat" BBQ on Sundays for around 10€, there's also an Indian restaurant above that serves their food in the bar! Live music in the summer evenings.
Friendly service & atmosphere, great views over the Marina. Perfect for sunny days into early evenings.
Sharky's Bar
Friendly service & atmosphere, great views over the Marina. Perfect for sunny days into early evenings.
Food Scene
Great Portuguese restaurant a stone throw away from the house, indoor & outdoor seating, some view over the ocean
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rossio
nº 50 R. Latino CoelhoGreat Portuguese restaurant a stone throw away from the house, indoor & outdoor seating, some view over the ocean
Small, friendly restaurant on the back streets of Old Town; there is limited seating, they don't take reservations, so come early as it fills up quickly! Portuguese cuisine, very large portions, the best Cataplana (Algarvian fish- or meat & clams casserole served in a traditional copper pot) in Albufeira!
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
O Manjar
17 R. do Movimento das Forças ArmadasSmall, friendly restaurant on the back streets of Old Town; there is limited seating, they don't take reservations, so come early as it fills up quickly! Portuguese cuisine, very large portions, the best Cataplana (Algarvian fish- or meat & clams casserole served in a traditional copper pot) in Albufeira!
O Alentejano & its sister resturant O Alentejano 2 (on the same street) is perfect for Portuguese & international food, including grilled fish. Try their lunch specials, which are hearty portions from only 5€!! Great value!
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
O Alentejano
29 Av. da LiberdadeO Alentejano & its sister resturant O Alentejano 2 (on the same street) is perfect for Portuguese & international food, including grilled fish. Try their lunch specials, which are hearty portions from only 5€!! Great value!
Both this restaurant & next door Restaurante Cabaz da Praia (Beach basket) are situated on top of the cliffs, overlooking Albufeira beach! Stunning views & great food!
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurante 54
8 Praça Miguel BombardaBoth this restaurant & next door Restaurante Cabaz da Praia (Beach basket) are situated on top of the cliffs, overlooking Albufeira beach! Stunning views & great food!
Parks & Nature
If you enjoy walking/hiking this is a must! The trail connects Sao Rafael beach in the east with Galé beach in the west, a 2-3 hrs walk on top of the cliffs, with spectacular views over the Atlantic ocean! There are several other beaches & beach bars/restaurants in between, perfect for a pit stop or to get on/off the trail.
88 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
São Rafael Beach
If you enjoy walking/hiking this is a must! The trail connects Sao Rafael beach in the east with Galé beach in the west, a 2-3 hrs walk on top of the cliffs, with spectacular views over the Atlantic ocean! There are several other beaches & beach bars/restaurants in between, perfect for a pit stop or to get on/off the trail.
Adventure park with high ropes & paint ball! Perfect for taking a break from the beach, suitable for families (level 1 is from4 years old and paint ball from 10yrs old) and groups looking for an activity!
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque aventura
215 Estr. de Santa EuláliaAdventure park with high ropes & paint ball! Perfect for taking a break from the beach, suitable for families (level 1 is from4 years old and paint ball from 10yrs old) and groups looking for an activity!
Shopping
A taxi ride or Red Bus trip will take you to the Algarve shopping centre; clothes shops, food court, cinema. Perfect for rainy days!
606 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Centro Comercial Algarve
A taxi ride or Red Bus trip will take you to the Algarve shopping centre; clothes shops, food court, cinema. Perfect for rainy days!
Essentials
Next to the Arte Bar, Intermarche also has a small coffee shop in the entrance, and a Multibanco (ATM) outside.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Intermarché Ferreiras
8200 Av. 12 de JulhoNext to the Arte Bar, Intermarche also has a small coffee shop in the entrance, and a Multibanco (ATM) outside.
Entertainment & Activities
Hot Shot Bowling
1B R. Marina de AlbufeiraFrom the Albufeira Marina, you can take various boat trips; dolphin watching, speed boats, coastal cave tours with lunch at a secluded beach, romantic sunset cruises or a "club 18-30" type booze cruise! There something for everyone! The Marina has plenty of restaurants & bars, perfect for a relaxing drink or meal after a day at sea!
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
AlgarExperience, Disfruta del mar
Rua Marina de AlbufeiraFrom the Albufeira Marina, you can take various boat trips; dolphin watching, speed boats, coastal cave tours with lunch at a secluded beach, romantic sunset cruises or a "club 18-30" type booze cruise! There something for everyone! The Marina has plenty of restaurants & bars, perfect for a relaxing drink or meal after a day at sea!
Spend a full day at one of the best water parks in the Algarve! Perfect for families and groups. Get entrance & bus tickets from one the many excursion offices in Albufeira.
540 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Slide & Splash station
125 Vale de DeusSpend a full day at one of the best water parks in the Algarve! Perfect for families and groups. Get entrance & bus tickets from one the many excursion offices in Albufeira.
Cinema is inexpensive in Portugal, from 5€, and all films (not childrens) are in their original language with Portugues sub titles!
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cineplace Algarve Shopping
605Z N125Cinema is inexpensive in Portugal, from 5€, and all films (not childrens) are in their original language with Portugues sub titles!
Arts & Culture
Art gallery & shop, set in a beautiful country surroundings, it also has a cafe on the outdoor terrace. See website for opening days/hours.
Corte-Real Gallery
Estrada de PaderneArt gallery & shop, set in a beautiful country surroundings, it also has a cafe on the outdoor terrace. See website for opening days/hours.
Museu de Arte Sacra de Albufeira
9 Praça Miguel Bombarda Religious arts museum
Museu Municipal de Arqueologia
1 Praça da RepúblicaArcheology Museum