Albufeira Old Town Travel Guide

Albufeira

A coastal town with multi-story buildings, a sandy beach, and a rocky hillside.
A bustling street in a historic town with white buildings, shops, and signs for restaurants and bars.
A narrow street lined with shops selling colorful clothing and accessories.
A coastal town at dusk with white buildings, a church, and a lively street with shops and restaurants.
A beach with white lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas.

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A bustling street in a historic town with white buildings, shops, and signs for restaurants and bars.

Albufeira Old Town Square

8.6/10 (2,507 reviews)
Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.
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Things to do

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

£24
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave
Tour boat passengers taking photos of the Insonia Caves in Algarve

Grotto Cruise and Dolphin Watching from Albufeira

£30
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Grotto Cruise and Dolphin Watching from Albufeira
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

£21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour
Albufeira: Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Trip

Albufeira: Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Trip

£23
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Trip
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

£34
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari
Vilamoura: Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry&Dolphin search

PREMIUM Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry & Dolphin search

£36
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
PREMIUM Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry & Dolphin search
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Top hotels in Albufeira Old Town

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2 Albufeira Faro
The price is £70 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
£70
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG
Hotel Baltum

Hotel Baltum

3 out of 5
Av. 25 de Abril, 26 Albufeira
The price is £49 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
£49
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Baltum
Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

3 out of 5
Largo Jacinto D'Ayet Albufeira
The price is £66 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
£66
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Vila São Vicente - Adults Only
Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira

Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira

R. José Bernardino de Sousa 4 Albufeira Faro
Stay at this hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
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Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo Lagoa
The price is £109 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£109
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"A true luxury experience. Our room was spotless and comfortable. The views from the room, restaurants, and Sky Bar are absolutely breathtaking. Don’t miss the breakfast buffet - a perfect place to watch the sun rise. The staff are friendly and helpful. The location was a perfect distance to walk ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira Portimão Faro
The price is £63 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
£63
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, very friendly. Relaxing spot right on a great beach."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Hotel Algarve Casino
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Where to stay in Albufeira Old Town

Find the best Albufeira Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Albufeira Old Town
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A coastal town with a sandy beach, clear blue sea, rocky cliffs, and white buildings.
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Albufeira Center

A noteworthy feature of Albufeira Center is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach.

A coastal town at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent church spire.

Correeira

Though Correeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square and The Strip.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, dense greenery, and a clear blue sea.

Santa Eulália

If you're spending some time in Santa Eulália, Santa Eulalia Beach and Oura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with a large rock formation, rows of sun loungers, and a coastal town in the background.
Photo by Graeme Shinnie
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Peneco Beach

Peneco Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Peneco Beach and Elevador do Peneco.

A coastal town with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a large building complex.

Alpouvar

Alpouvar might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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