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Tavira
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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 take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall during your stay in Santa Maria e Santiago. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
Ria Formosa: Armona and Culatra Islands 3-Hour Boat Tour
Tavira Olive Experience Factory Tour and Tasting
Top hotels in Picota
AP Eva Senses
Staff were very helpful Great breakfast and because of an early morning checkout the hotel gave us some breakfast bags Location was good Only negative was some of the lifts were not working
Reviewed on 30 Jan, 2026
Occidental Faro
place is very accessible the main problema only is the heating in the room cannot adjust the heater and uts cold at night.. and since we are close in the main city we can hear the people talking and shouting on the road … but its nice place it just the heating and noise maybe because it weekends ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan, 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Absolutely beautiful hotel and spotless! The ladies (Jessica/Jennifer?) at the front desk were incredible and gave great recommendations for places to eat, how to get to different areas etc. would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2026
AP Cabanas Beach & Nature - Adults Friendly
Modern clean rooms, excellent food service, friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Dec, 2025
Roots Hotel
Spacious room, well-appointed, pristine and clean. Great location. Highly recommended, would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
The room was very clean, en suite was also clean with plenty of towels, shower gel and shampoo etc. grab rails for safety were fitted by toilet and shower. Bed very comfortable. We would definitely recommend for your overnight stop
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026
