Guide to Albufeira

District of Faro

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Sun, Beaches, Fun and Gastronomy

The summer capital of Portugal
Albufeira, with 44,158 inhabitants (INE, 2021 1), district of Faro, in Algarve , it is one of the sixteen counties (municipalities) in this southern region of Portugal.





The visiting champion
The most visited city in the Algarve, Albufeira hosts more than 6 million visitors. See The Best of Albufeira

The municipality (municipality) of Albufeira alone, in 2021, hosted 11% of visitors to the country, even more than the capital, Lisbon, according to official statistical data (INE).

Old Fisherman's Village

It is no wonder that Albufeira enchants its number of visitors.

"The fishermen's boats, painted in bright colors, rest on the sand as they go about their daily work. old quarters of the people of the sea, a bar or a restaurant lurk around every corner. here we can taste the freshest seafood or fish, simply grilled or in the cataplana, the specialty Of region. Also very popular is the roasted chicken with or without chilli, which gained fame in Guia, about seven kilometers" [Visit Portugal].

Albufeira, Beach and Night

Blue Flag Beaches
Albufeira - which is also our favorite - is a special place to enjoy the Algarve. Beautiful beaches, most of excellent quality, which have received the Blue Flag qualification, many services available, gastronomy and busy nights.

Top beaches in Albufeira

See below a quick tour of the best beaches in Albufeira:

Peneco or Tunnel Beach

It is one of the beaches in the center of the city. Praia do Peneco or Túnel has easy access, on foot from the center of Albufeira. Beautiful view, long and wide beach, waves quiet. And this whole complex is framed by colorful cliffs from which the white houses in the city. One of our favorites.

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Fisherman's Beach

It is another beach in the city center of Albufeira. The Fisherman's Beach is one of the postcards of the Algarve coast. Also easily accessible on foot from the city centre.

An incredibly beautiful beach. In the background, the colorful cliff and the white houses of Albufeira. On the horizon, the blue sea is inviting for a swim. Another favorite beach of ours.

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Praia da Falésia

It is the easternmost beach in the municipality (municipality) of Albufeira. The Praia da Falésia It has a long stretch of sand framed by colorful cliffs (cliffs) as far as the eye can see.

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Beaches of Albufeira

What to see in Albufeira

In addition to the beaches, tours around the municipality allow visitors to discover the beauties of Algarve.

Holidays in Albufeira

A few km from Faro International Airport (45 km exactly), Albufeira offers its numerous visitors a summary of the Best of Algarve: beautiful beaches, lots of sun, excellent hospitality (hotels, apart-hotels, accommodation in residences), world-class cuisine and lively nights.

What to do in Albufeira

Discovering the beautiful beaches, walking around the county, hiking and water sports are some of the activities that visitors can do in Albufeira.

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Where to stay in Albufeira

There is a wide choice of accommodation in Albufeira: luxury hotels or more popular, rental of houses and apartments by season.

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International destination

The main tourist destination in the Algarve, Albufeira enchants its visitors with its beautiful beaches, its excellent range of services and a of the hottest nights in the Algarve.

Albufeira and surroundings

Resting in a chair on the beach, walking along the blue and warm waters of the sea or strolling around Albufeira are the activities mentioned by the numerous visitors to the county (municipality). Albufeira has a party atmosphere for most of the year. In bars, in restaurants and walks through its lively surroundings, everything is an invitation to make the most of your stay in this privileged place by nature.

Algarvian cuisine

In Albufeira we are in a privileged place to taste the delights of Albufeira Cuisine: fish, seafood are the highlights. However, meat and poultry are also part of the specialties. of the place. Algarve cuisine, traditional Portuguese, Mediterranean or international cuisine, enjoy your stay in Albufeira to taste new flavors!

These flavors can be tasted throughout the county (municipality) of Albufeira.
"And in the old quarters of the people of the sea, a bar or a restaurant lurks around every corner. Here we can taste the freshest seafood or fish, simply grilled or in the cataplana, the region's specialty. Also very popular is the roasted chicken with or without chilli, which gained fame in Guia, about seven kilometers.

Or the sweets - almond, fig and carob… and even the arbutus brandy or the bitter almond liqueur. These delicacies originate in the villages of the interior" [Visit Portugal].

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Where to eat in Albufeira

Take advantage of your stay in Albufeira to taste delicious Algarve cuisine - based on in fish and seafood - or Mediterranean and traditional Portuguese cuisine.

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Parishes

Four parishes form the municipality of Albufeira:

• Albufeira e Olhos de água
• Ferreiras
• Guia
• Paderne