252 Algarve Info ALBUFEIRA Albufeira, also known as "the white city", is bordered by a beautiful sandy beach and set against an impressive backdrop of steep cliffs. As you wander through its labyrinth of alleys, you will come across many reminders of its past life as a fishing village and its Moorish era heritage. In the evening, Albufeira's trendy bars and nightclubs cultivate a lively nightlife. Distance from the airport: 35 km. ALVOR This charming fishing village is one of the most popular places in the region and is home to a number of authentic cafes and restaurants where you can try the local cuisine. It boasts picturesque streets and the longest beaches in the Algarve, so you can relax with a long walk along the coast. Distance from the airport: 75 km. ARMAÇÃO DE PÊRA Armação de Pêra, with its beautiful promenade, long sandy beach, shops, restaurants, bars – and an impressive number of ice-cream parlours – guarantees an unforgettable and varied holiday. A part of the fortress built in the 17th century offers a breathtaking view of the beautiful coastline and the long golden sandy beach. Distance to the airport: 52 km. LAGOS The majestic, golden cliffs of the Costa d’Oiro and Ponta da Piedade are among the most photographed in all of Portugal. As well as its cliffs, Lagos also boasts a vibrant cultural scene, great local cuisine, a variety of leisure activities, a wealth of traditional crafts and the beautiful beach of Meia Praia. Distance to airport: 85 km. OLHOS DE ÁGUA The charming little fishing town of Olhos de Água has a small, shallow sandy bay and is a great destination for a relaxing family holiday by the sea. Distance from the airport: 35 km. PRAIA DA ROCHA This popular resort overlooks the lively promenade and the 1.5 km long sandy beach. The marina is home to many restaurants, bars and nightclubs. The famous sandy beach of Praia da Rocha gives its name to the oldest seaside resort in the Algarve. Distance from the airport: 72 km. SENHORA DA ROCHA Senhora da Rocha has a beautiful promenade, a long sandy beach, shops, supermarkets, restaurants and bars. Don't miss the breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean from little clifftop chapel of Senhora da Rocha. Distance from the airport: 52 km. TAVIRA Tavira is considered one of the most charming towns in Algarve. With its beautifully decorated churches, authentic tiled houses, small streets lined with restaurants and bars and a beautiful beach, Tavira is the ideal destination for a holiday combining culture and seaside fun. Distance to the airport: 43 km. VILA NOVA DE CACELA Vila Nova de Cacela is a small, rustic village bordered by a long sandy beach. There are a variety of tourist attractions in the area, including the beautiful seaside resort of Manta Rota, the Ria Formosa nature reserve, the historic centre of Cacela Velha and the castle and fortress of Cacela. Distance from the airport: 66 km.
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