Alcalar Travel Guide
Portimão
Popular places to visit
Rocha Beach
Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.
Portimão Marina
Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.
Vau Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Tres Irmaos Beach
Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.
Portimão Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Três Castelos Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Ponta da Piedade Grotto Tour in Lagos, Algarve
Benagil Cave and Marinha Beach Boat Tour from Portimao
From Lagos: Family way - Dolphin Watching Cruise Catamaran
Sunrise Benagil Full Caves Tour
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão
Top hotels in Alcalar
Hotel Algarve Casino
"Location,pool,beach,breakfast and room with balcony.Hotel is aging now but still great."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Tivoli Carvoeiro
"Amazing staff."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Vila Vita Parc
"Cannot say enough on how excellent this hotel presented itself."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
NH Lagos Algarve Resort
"Place needs a little bit of repairs and maintenance, but other than that great stay"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Carvi Beach Hotel
"Great location! Very close to the beach (walking distance). There are two restaurants in the hotel and they’re both very good. Service was great, rooms are clean. Local convenient store downstairs, where you can buy beach stuff and food."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
"Beautiful location close to the cliffs and views some the seaside facing rooms are stunning . Option to hang around the pool was relaxing . Short walk into town although we cabbed most often because it is at least 20-30 minutes to old town but there are closer distance restaurants just outside of ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alcalar
Monte Judeu
When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Portimão Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rasmalho
Rasmalho might not have many top sights, but Algarve International Circuit and Monchique Thermal Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Montes de Alvor
Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Le Meridien Penina Golf or Alvor Boardwalk.
Alagoas
While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Tres Irmaos Beach and Alvor Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.
Portimão City Centre
Travellers enjoy Portimão City Centre for its beaches and bars. Consider checking out Portimão Harbor while you're in the area.
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.
