City break in Portimao. Active leisure ideas for Portimao - attractions, recreation and nightlife
For a number of tourists Portimao is associated with spacious beaches, colorful night clubs and very beautiful parks. It is the real paradise for those who prefer active resting and beach entertainments. The center of resort and the most boisterous region of seaside os Alvor beach, every day lovers of water entertainments and sunbathes gather exactly here. This beach is well-equipped and disposes to comfortable time-spending; there are various gastronomical establishments, plazas and shops on its territory.
Globally popular Portimao resort is noted for assortment of restaurants of different standards. The most popular restaurants are located in Alvor district; however other resort’s … Open
Portimao is central point of one of the most original celebration – Sardine Festival, which is the most favorite for local habitants. For the last number of years this cheerful national … Open
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National and city parks around Portimao
♥ Nature Park 'Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina' , 42.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Nature Park 'Ria Formosa' , 66.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Nature Park 'Vale do Guadiana' , 99.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Nature Park 'Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina' , 42.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Nature Park 'Ria Formosa' , 66.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Nature Park 'Vale do Guadiana' , 99.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Portimao
♥ Amusement park 'Aqualand' Alcantarilha, 14.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Zoomarine' Albufeira, 19.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Aquashow' Quarteira, 41.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Aqualand' Alcantarilha, 14.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Zoomarine' Albufeira, 19.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Aquashow' Quarteira, 41.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Portimao
♥ Water park 'Aqualand' Algarve, 14.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquashow Park Hotel water park' Algarve, 41.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aqualand' Algarve, 14.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquashow Park Hotel water park' Algarve, 41.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Portimao
♥ Restaurant 'L’Orange' Carvoeiro. Type - International|Portuguese. 6.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'O Alambique' Silves. Type - International. 12.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Cantinho Algarvio' Lagos. Type - Portuguese. 12.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Dom Sebastião' Lagos. Type - Traditional cuisine. 12.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Dos Artistas' Lagos. Type - International. 12.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'L’Orange' Carvoeiro. Type - International|Portuguese. 6.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'O Alambique' Silves. Type - International. 12.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Cantinho Algarvio' Lagos. Type - Portuguese. 12.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Dom Sebastião' Lagos. Type - Traditional cuisine. 12.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Dos Artistas' Lagos. Type - International. 12.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Portimao from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Benagil Beach
From the series “10 Natural Wonders of the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Portimao center - 11.7 km.
Inside one of these caves there is a hidden beach that is a goal of many travelers. In summer, Benagi is very popular among tourists. Thanks to abundance of rocks that serve as natural breakwaters, high waves are rare here. You can comfortably relax with children. However, the beach is sure to please fans of scuba diving. The water off the coast is crystal clear, allowing you to see the beauty of the underwater world in its diversity. …
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Guide to your best city break in Portimao - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Portimao - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Portimao?' disappears immediately.