Branqueira Travel Guide

Albufeira

Popular places to visit

Albufeira Old Town Square featuring a city and a sunset

Albufeira Old Town Square

Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.

Albufeira Old Town Square
Falesia Beach showing general coastal views, a sunset and a sandy beach

Falesia Beach

Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.

Falesia Beach
Albufeira Marina

Albufeira Marina

Explore the waterfront of Albufeira Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Albufeira Marina
Santa Eulalia Beach

Santa Eulalia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Santa Eulalia Beach during your travels in Santa Eulália?

Santa Eulalia Beach
Fisherman\'s Beach which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Peneco Beach

The eastern side of Albufeira’s main city beach is famous for its fishing boats, seafood restaurants and live entertainment shows.

Peneco Beach
Arrifes Beach

Arrifes Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Arrifes Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água.

Arrifes Beach

Things to do

Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

£30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

£30
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran
Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour

Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour

£39
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha & 7 Hanging Valleys Tour
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

£35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour
Albufeira: 3-Hour Yacht Daytime/Sunset Cruise to Benagil

Albufeira: 3-Hour Yacht Daytime/Sunset Cruise to Benagil

£43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: 3-Hour Yacht Daytime/Sunset Cruise to Benagil
From Albufeira: Dolphins and Caves 2.5-Hour Boat Trip

From Albufeira: Dolphins and Caves 2.5-Hour Boat Trip

£46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Albufeira: Dolphins and Caves 2.5-Hour Boat Trip
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Top hotels in Branqueira

Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £190 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£190
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
My wonderful stay
"From start to finish everything was wonderful. The staff was fantastic. Brunch in the morning was the best ever and I will definitely recommend my friends, and I will also return for another visit in the future."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos, Loule, Faro
The price is £182 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£182
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (983 reviews)
"Everything about this hotel is 5*, from the minute we arrived. The staff are amazing and the hotel should be extremely proud of how great their team is."

Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Vila Vita Parc

Vila Vita Parc

5 out of 5
Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, Porches, Lagoa, Algarve
The price is £410 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
£410
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (654 reviews)
The most perfect hotel
"Beautiful hotel with the most friendliest of staff. Food across every restaurant we eat at was excellent. Will definitely be returning!"

Reviewed on 3 Sep 2025

Vila Vita Parc
Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

5 out of 5
Rua da Ombria, No. 9, Ombria Algarve, Loulé, Faro District
The price is £306 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£306
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Fonte Benemola Park and Loule Gypsy Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Lovely staff, great pool overlooking the hills. Lots to explore on property"

Reviewed on 3 Sep 2025

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve
Hotel Da Gale

Hotel Da Gale

2 out of 5
Largo Dos Luisadas, Albufeira
The price is £40 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
£40
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
5.4/10 (472 reviews)
Pleasant stay, no problems
"I felt I should write a review after reading lots of bad reviews about this hotel, as I had a very pleasant stay. The hotel is very basic and doesn't have air conditioning but I knew this before booking. My room didn't get a lot of sun and the temperature was fine. It is clean and there were cleaners ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

Hotel Da Gale
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is £232 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
£232
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (724 reviews)
"Great resort, top notch cleanliness, great staff, great facilities, easy access to the beach (although chair rentals on the beach are expensive 50euro+), two pools (cold not heated) great dining options, very close to Albufeira old city, easy parking and great breakfast! Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 2 Sep 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Branqueira

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Santa Eulália

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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

Santa Eulália
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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.

Correeira
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Urbanização dos Caliços

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

Urbanização dos Caliços
Albufeira featuring street scenes, a small town or village and night scenes

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.

Albufeira Center
Fisherman\'s Beach which includes a coastal town and a beach

Albufeira Old Town

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

Albufeira Old Town is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square or Peneco Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Albufeira Old Town
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Peneco Beach

5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Peneco Beach

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