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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
Algarve 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!
Essentials
Next to the Arte Bar, Intermarche also has a small coffee shop in the entrance, and a Multibanco (ATM) outside.
18 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
AlgarExperience, Enjoy the Sea
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 locals recommend
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 locals recommend
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