Guide to Albufeira, Portugal

Albufeira is a city in the Algarve, in the south of Portugal. It has developed from a small fishing village into a popular tourist area, due to the lovely beaches, very good climate, and excellent restaurants, bars and pubs.

Top reasons to visit Albufeira

Explore the almost year-round terrific weather.

Relax on Fisherman’s beach, sunbathe during the day and then at night, eat the day’s catch at one of many superb seafront restaurants.

Dine in style with sumptuous sea views at one of the top Michelin restaurants in Portugal, Vila Joya Restaurant.

Main areas of Albufeira

Albufeira is divided into two parts, the Old Town and the Strip (newer town) which includes Arias de Sao Joao and Montechoro.

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Top Attractions in Albufeira

• Beaches - a great variety of beaches, including a variety of water sports such as kayaking, jet-skiing, parasailing, fishing and boat tours.

Shopping in Albufeira

Apart from the local crafts and typical souvenirs, try the lovely By Nature shop, which sells beautiful soaps in different styles and scents, including replica cupcakes (that smell good enough to eat - but DON’T!!)

Eating in Albufeira

Albufeira has an abundance of restaurants, ranging from traditional Portuguese cooking as well as fresh locally-caught seafood. Shellfish (crab, lobster and prawns) tends to be more expensive whilst fish is much more affordable.

Local delicacies to try in Albufeira are:-

• Codfish - many different preparations are available
• Cataplana style of cooking
• Peri-Peri - spicy chicken
• Chicken livers

Restaurants to try include Teodosio, Dream Wave and O Bom Garfo.

Vila Joyo Restaurant is one of the top Michelin Restaurants in Portugal, and is nestled in a garden on a cliff with stunning views out to sea.

Nightlife and Entertainment in Albufeira

Nightclubs and bars are plentiful around the Strip and the Old Town. Note that drinks are more expensive in the clubs so most tourists drink in bars until around 1am then move to the clubs.

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