Vale de Santa Maria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vale de Santa Maria

Hotel Algarve Casino
"Room was great - we paid extra for a sea view with a balcony which we would recommend. The hotel decor was very nice with a beautiful lobby and very nice pool area. The staff were extremely friendly and the breakfast was fantastic - lots of variety. The view from the dining room was stunning."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Vila Vita Parc
"First class in every respect"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Tivoli Carvoeiro
"Beautiful property with amazing views. More importantly, the staff were helpful and attentive. Their breakfast buffet selection was truly delicious and topping off with fresh squeezed orange juice !"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Colina Village

Vale do Lobo Resort
"The property was great, a lovely villa. This was our 2nd visit, the only things that weren't as good this time - in particular was the shuttle bus around the resort. In the summer it is an excellent service, at Easter they only had 1 car so the wait for the service, instead of being 5 mins was more ..."
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden
"The grounds were lovely. Pools well kept. Nice location away from the bustle of old town. Shuttle during the day into and out of old town is nice as the steps getting down and up get tiring. We honestly didn’t mind though. Great way to work off some tarts! We stayed in the Cerro Mar Atlantico building. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

The Strip
You can do some window-shopping at The Strip during your visit to Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

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.

Algarve Shopping Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Algarve Shopping Mall during your stay in Guia. Make time for the spas and golf courses in this relaxing area.

Pine Cliffs Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Albufeira e Olhos de Água at Pine Cliffs Golf Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

Boat Trip to the Benagil Caves from Armação de Pêra
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- Visit Albufeira Center
- Visit Albufeira Old Town
- Visit Branqueira
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- Visit Correeira
- Albufeira Marina
- Albufeira Old Town Square
- Visit Peneco Beach
- Visit Santa Eulália
- Albufeira Holidays
- Visit Albufeira
- Visit Alcantarilha
- Visit Algoz
- Visit Areias de Sao Joao
- Visit Armação de Pêra
- Visit Brejos
- Visit Caliços
- Castle Wall Ruins
- Visit Cerro de Aguia
- Visit Cerro do Ouro
- Clock Tower
- Visit Ferreiras
- Visit Fontainhas
- Visit Gale
- Igreja Matriz
- Visit Montechoro
- Visit Mosqueira
- Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent
- Visit Olhos de Água
- Visit Oura
- Visit Patã de Baixo
- Visit Patã de Cima
- Visit Patroves
- Peneco Beach
- Visit Pera
- Visit Sesmarias
- Visit Torre de Mosqueira
- Visit Vale de Parra
- Visit Vale Navio
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- Albufeira Old Town Square
- Falesia Beach
- Vilamoura Marina
- Sao Rafael Beach
- The Strip
- Carvoeiro Beach
- Alvor Beach
- Albufeira Marina
- Oura Beach
- Benagil Beach
- Rocha Beach
- Salgados Beach
- Marinha Beach
- Faro Island Beach
- Balaia Golf Village
- Gale Beach
- Quarteira Beach
- Faro Marina
- Praia dos Alemães
- Algarve Shopping Mall
- Aqua Show Park
- Portimão Marina
- Pine Cliffs Golf Course
- Santa Eulalia Beach
- Ria Formosa Natural Park
- Vau Beach
- Slide and Splash Water Park
- Old Town Square
- Praia dos Olhos de Água
- Peneco Beach





