Things to do in Albufeira, Algarve

The best of Albufeira

Albufeira is a coastal city that belongs to the district of Faro, in the Portuguese region of the Algarve. This area is characterized by its beautiful coastal scenes, with endless white sandy beaches and impossible rock formations. Its origins as a fishing village are in the distant past, and today it’s one of the main tourist spots in Portugal. 

Even so, the essence of its old town is preserved in the center consisting of white houses that climb a steep hill crowned by a church at the top. It’s a typical Algarve village, though nowadays it has become a city full of restaurants, little shops, and all kinds of services. In conclusion, there are so many things to do in Albufeira. 

The low season or midseason are ideal for enjoying Albufeira without crowded places or bustling streets, to see the most picturesque part of a town of great beauty. Getting lost among its little bars and trying the most famous fish(the cod is a must) in the region is something you can’t miss. In addition to strolling along its streets you’ll find many activities in Albufeira to do in its surroundings.

What to do in Albufeira

Without a doubt, discovering its beaches or “praias” is one of the essential things to do in Albufeira. Small charming coves and rock formations that will set your imagination free until you discover what animal it looks like... 

In addition to its beaches, one excellent option is to follow a path that allows you to discover the many caves along its coastline. The Benagil Cave is the most impressive. This and others await you if you hire some kind of water vessel to take to them. From jet skis to traditional boats, it's a good way to get to know the coast in a different way. 

If you like marine fauna, don’t miss a boat tour that allows you to see dolphins in their natural habitat. Tours for watching these beautiful cetaceans leave from the Albufeira marina. But it’s not the only sea-related activity; you can opt for all different kinds of water sports activities. One of the most popular is parasailing, which—in addition to the adrenaline rush—gives you beautiful views of the beach and the entire coastline of the Algarve.

If you were wondering what to do in Albufeira, we are fully confident these recommendations will give ways to enjoy and get the most out of your stay in this region of our neighboring country of Portugal. Don’t let them tell you what to see in Albufeira: experience it for yourself.

Author: Tirza Fagundes

Hospitality Supervisor at Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Algarve Resort

Hello! My name is Tirza Fagundes and I am honoured and proud to be the Hospitality Supervisor at Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Algarve Resort. My first contact with the hospitality industry was in 2017 with Minor Hotel Group, when I first started at as part of the Front Office Team. With time, my passion for providing exceptional customer service bloomed, allowing me to grow professionally and, in 2022, enter Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Algarve Resort as Supervisor of Hospitality. Nowadays, surrounded by my amazing team, we are exceptionally proud and dedicated to curating unique experiences suited for each guest and thereby creating timeless and unforgettable memories to exceed our guests’ expectations that transcend the vicinity of our resort and region. Me and my team will be more than happy to provide you with a warm welcome here at Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Algarve Resort and provide you with the most unique experiences to embrace and showcase our region’s most precious gems, local culture, and hospitality.