Portimao Attractions

Beaches in Portimao:

• Head to the long stretch of blue flag awarded beach in Praia da Rocha for a great day in the sun with your family
• Other lovely beaches to explore include Praia dos Tres Irmaos, Praia de Vau and the quiet shores of Ferragudo
• Windsurfing is particularly popular in Praia Grande with a school located on the beach

Portimao Activities:

• Deep-sea fishing is a popular activity in Portimao. Book a trip with one of the operators along the harbour
• The clear warm waters are ideal for diving, especially at Praia dos Tres Irmaos
• There are a number of excellent golf courses in the region; try the Penina Academy Course in the resort or the Penina Championship course

Portimao Nightlife:

• The nightlife in Portimao is lively with bustling bars, restaurants and nightclubs open till the early hours. Try Disco Babylonia or Disco Horago
• For a lovely fish restaurant try Dona Barca or Forte e Feio
• On a family holiday in Portimao? Head to La Dolce Vita Pizzeria – the kids will love it

Other popular attractions on holidays to Portimao:

• Book a boat trip to do some dolphin spotting
• Snap up a bargain; the shopping in Portimao is the best in the Algarve
• Take the kids to the Slide and Splash Water Park, Aqualand or Zoomarine in Guia
• For the wine enthusiasts, head to the vineyards in Lagoa
• If you want to experience some culture, visit the Fort of Santa Caterina in Praia da Rocha