Santa Maria e Santiago

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Tavira featuring a garden
Tavira
Tavira showing a square or plaza
Tavira
Tavira

Where to stay in Santa Maria e Santiago

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Picota

Though Picota may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Roman Bridge and Old Town.

Picota
Hotel Vila Gale Tavira

Hotel Vila Gale Tavira

4 out of 5
Rua 4 de Octubro s/n, Tavira
The price is S$290 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$290
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (751 reviews)
"Everyone was exceptionally nice."

Reviewed on 15 Aug, 2025

Hotel Vila Gale Tavira
Hotel Don Rodrigues

Hotel Don Rodrigues

1 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 125 Km 134, Sitio da Pegada, Santa Margarida, Tavira, Faro
Stay at this hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (342 reviews)
"Amazing hotel . Breakfast is delicious!! Plenty of choices . Rooms are big and clean. The commune areas are super clean too. Pool is clean and nice! The restaurant on the side is the hotel is amazing !!! Is a must!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul, 2025

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Hotel Don Rodrigues
AP Maria Nova Lounge - Adults Friendly

AP Maria Nova Lounge - Adults Friendly

4 out of 5
Rua Antonio Pinheiro, Tavira
The price is S$276 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
S$276
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (957 reviews)
"Building new property next to hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Aug, 2025

AP Maria Nova Lounge - Adults Friendly
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Quinta da Baleeira

Quinta da Baleeira

3 out of 5
EM1348, Tavira
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Tavira Tower are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"We loved every minute of our stay at Quinta da Baleeira. Communication with staff prior to our arrival was very good and we received a very warm welcome from the on-site host, Carolina, the moment we entered through the gates. Throughout our stay, Carolina helped us out with everything we needed. ..."

Reviewed on 16 May, 2025

Quinta da Baleeira
Real Marina Residence

Real Marina Residence

4 out of 5
Avenida 5 de Outubro 2, Olhao
Stay at this 4-star residence in Olhao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Olhao Harbour and Faro Marina are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (578 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 7 May, 2025

Real Marina Residence
Cardeal Suites & Apartments

Cardeal Suites & Apartments

4 out of 5
Rua Dr. Coelho de Melo 1, Faro, Faro
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Faro. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
Great stay!
"Amazing apartments, Claudia was a wonderful host A+"

Reviewed on 31 Jul, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Tavira Castle which includes a city

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.

Tavira Castle
Roman Bridge showing a bridge and a river or creek

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.

Roman Bridge
Praca da Republica which includes a fountain and a square or plaza

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.

Praca da Republica
Tavira Castle

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo

If Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria e Santiago.

Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo
Misericordia Church showing a city

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.

Misericordia Church

Old Town

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Old Town

Things to do

Cabanas de Tavira: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

Cabanas de Tavira: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

S$52
per adult
Cabanas de Tavira: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
5 Types of Olives Without Preservatives

Tavira Olive Experience Factory Tour and Tasting

S$37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tavira Olive Experience Factory Tour and Tasting
Tavira Ciência Viva Science Center Individual Ticket

Tavira Ciência Viva Science Center Individual Ticket

S$6
per adult
Tavira Ciência Viva Science Center Individual Ticket
Tavira City & Ice Cream

Tavira City & Ice Cream

S$78
per adult
Tavira City & Ice Cream
Tavira City & Chocolate

Tavira City & Chocolate

S$73
per adult
Tavira City & Chocolate
Picture 4 for Activity Tavira City & Olive Factory Tuktuk tour

Tavira City & Olive Factory

S$116
per adult
Tavira City & Olive Factory
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