Sightseeing in Albufeira - what to see. Complete travel guide
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Albufeira boasts a decent choice of luxury spa hotels and resorts. Sao Rafael Atlantic Hotel offers customers chic rooms and a private beach on the coast of San Rafael. There are exclusive …
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Some of the popular hotels feature original interior in the style of the past. One of the most attractive Albufeira hotels is Vila Branca. This beautiful lodge is designed in Mediterranean …
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It would be easy to find a hotel for an unforgettable romantic holiday in Albufeira. Very harmonious and relaxing atmosphere is a feature of Colina do Mar hotel. Its cozy rooms are painted …
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Largo Eng Duarte Pacheco central square is the seat of the most popular shops of the city. Nearby, are shops of popular brands.There is a large Zara Boutique store, as well as dozens of …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Albufeira and surroundings
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Survived castles around Albufeira
♥ Castle 'Paderne Castle' , 8.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Ayamonte' Huelva, 73.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Tower de Isla Canela' Huelva, 77.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Sanlúcar de Guadiana' Huelva, 81.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Paderne Castle' , 8.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Ayamonte' Huelva, 73.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Tower de Isla Canela' Huelva, 77.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Sanlúcar de Guadiana' Huelva, 81.9 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Albufeira
♥ Nature Park 'Ria Formosa' , 41.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina' , 62.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Vale do Guadiana' , 84.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Ria Formosa' , 41.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina' , 62.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Vale do Guadiana' , 84.9 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Albufeira from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Carrapateira Beach
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Distance from Albufeira center - 60.1 km.
The period from April to June is considered the best time to relax on this stretch of coast. The number of tourists is still relatively small at this time of year. But the conditions for sports are optimal. Most tourists visit the coast in July and August. Students from local surf schools regularly train here at this time of year. Carrapateira is crowded during the second half of the summer. Even experienced surfers will be uncomfortable relaxing here at this time of year. …
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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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