Centro Histórico Travel Guide
Lagos
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Popular places to visit
First European Slave Market
Find out about the abysmal conditions in which the first slaves from West Africa were kept in this former slave market.
Henry the Navigator Statue
Find out about the history of São Gonçalo de Lagos when you take a trip to Henry the Navigator Statue. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.
Santo Antonio Church
Be amazed by the abundance of gold leaf décor spread across this Baroque gem and explore the relics in the small museum.
Arch of Sao Goncalo
Gaze up at the impressive gateway to the Old Town of Lagos and learn about the patron saint of fishermen at the port.
Lagos Municipal Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lagos Municipal Market during your stay in São Gonçalo de Lagos. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Santa Maria Church
Learn about the local history of São Gonçalo de Lagos with a stop at Santa Maria Church. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.
Things to do
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure
From Lagos: Benagil Caves Catamaran Cruise
Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos free drink
Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade
Lagos: Sailboat Trip to Ponta da Piedade
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Lagosmar Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
The MN56 Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Hotel Algarve Casino
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
WOT Lagos Montemar
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico
Santo Amaro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santo Amaro and surrounding area, you can visit Lagos Municipal Market and Marina de Lagos.
Ameijeira
While Ameijeira isn't home to many top sights, Batata Beach and Dona Ana Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Meia Praia
While visiting Meia Praia, you might make a stop by sights like Meia Beach and Golfo de Cádiz.
Pedra Alcada
While there might not be top attractions in Pedra Alcada, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lagos Municipal Market and Marina de Lagos.
Praia Dona Ana
If you're spending some time in Praia Dona Ana, Dona Ana Beach and Batata Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Marina de Lagos
While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.
- Lagos Municipal Market
- First European Slave Market
- Henry the Navigator Statue
- Santo Antonio Church
- Arch of Sao Goncalo
- Lagos Living Science Center
- Marina de Lagos
- Benagil Beach
- Rocha Beach
- Praia da Luz
- Carvoeiro Beach
- Marinha Beach
- Salgados Beach
- Alvor Beach
- Algarve International Autodrome Raceway
- Dona Ana Beach
- Camilo Beach
- Arrifana Beach
- Meia Beach
- Porto de Mos Beach
- Portimão Marina
- Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
- Slide and Splash Water Park
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