Carvoeiro Attractions

Carvoeiro Beach Holidays:

• Carvoeira’s pretty main beach sits in front of the town square and its modern facilities and easy access make it great for families and older visitors.
• Carvoeira’s crystal clear waters are ideal for swimming and snorkeling and Ferragudo offers a wide range of water sports in a traditional fisherman’s village setting.
• Nearby beaches include intimate Marinha with absolutely breathtaking views, ‘smuggler’s beach’ Carvalho and gorgeous Benagil surrounded by striking cliffs.

Carvoeiro Activities:

• Carvoeiro holidays are fantastic for families with a local waterpark and dolphin displays at Zoomarine.
• For boat trips head to lively Portimao and take an outing to the amazing rock formations at Algar Seco or see wild dolphins swimming in the sea.
• Golfers will love Carvoeiro with its three golf courses including Vale de Pinta’s championship course and the small picturesque course at Vale de Milho.

Carvoeiro Nightlife:

• Head to the main village square for a relaxing night out overlooking the sea, with street performers, restaurants and friendly bars.
• If you are planning a cheap Carvoeiro holiday then you’ll find excellent value restaurants in this Algarve resort, ranging from beachside snacks to traditional Portuguese cuisine and seafood.
• The nightlife in Carvoeiro is chilled out and if you are looking for something livelier you should visit Praia da Rocha with its casino, nightclubs and many bustling bars.

Other popular attractions on holidays to Carvoeiro:

• Holidays in Carvoeiro wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the local market where you can buy fresh groceries as well as sampling the day’s catch.
• If shopping is your thing then you’ll find local crafts and souvenirs amongst Carvoeiro’s quaint whitewashed streets, but you should also visit nearby market towns Algoz and Alcantarilha to get your hands on a bargain.
• For a taste of authentic Algarvian culture there are some excellent daytrips including Porches with its traditional ceramics, Lagoa with its vineyard tours and picturesque Silves with its castle ruins.