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Popular places to visit

Tavira Castle
Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

Roman Bridge
Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

Praca da Republica
Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

Misericordia Church
Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.
Old Town
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you spend time at Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall during your trip to Santa Maria e Santiago. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour

Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, and Tavira
Picota Hotel Deals

Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Love everything about this hotel and locations and staff.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

AP Eva Senses
Left very early and did not park a car. Just want to say the staff and hotel location were both great.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

AP Cabanas Beach & Nature - Adults Friendly
We really love the hotel,, very relaxed atmosphere , clean, staff were very helpful and smiling all the time. Swimming pool was really well maintained, sun bed were comfortable.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Roots Hotel
We had a wonderful stay! Manuel at the front desk was so kind and helpful! Our room was perfect with lots of room and a full kitchen So spacious and CLEAN! Perfect location to walk around and plenty of restaurants to choose from! Can’t say enough great things about the Roots Hotel and the free coffee ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Occidental Faro
Excellent
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Real Marina Hotel & Spa
Staff are very helpful, hotel needs a bit of more maintenance in the bathrooms, spa gets crowded and pool was not that clean! But overall we would stay again in the hotel
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026



