Albufeira Sightseeing Tours

One multiple means of transport that can be used to move around Albufeira are the following. It is also rather feasible to walk in the old town and on the beaches because many facilities, including the sights, restaurants, and shops, are clustered together. For longer distances or if the tourist is planning to go to a rather remote location, it is advisable to hire a car or scooter. Taxis are also another means of transport and are fairly cheaper as compared to other means. That is why they are very effective for long-distance traveling, say from Nairobi to Kisumu, one has to use a bus to get there because a taxi is too expensive. Huntington Beach bicycles can be taken as ecological means of commuting along the coastal area or elsewhere within the vicinity.

Indeed, it is more than possible to do Albufeira independently, although it is recommended to take a guided tour at least once. Navigation is also easy since the city is well signposted and the activities that one can engage in within the city can easily be reached on foot like the old town, the beaches, and the marina. City map or even the GPS from your smartphone will come in handy for this. Nonetheless, if you wish to go to remote areas or other attractions like the cliffs of Ponta da Piedade and Praia dos Arrifes, independent car hire or an organized tour may be an asset.

Ideally, the best time to visit Albufeira is during the weekdays, more specifically in the middle of the week – on Tuesday at the latest. On such days, most of the main attractions and beaches are not very crowded which adds much to your leisure. The old town and famous beaches are loved both by the locals and tourists that is why on the weekends and public holidays the crowded density increases in the city. To avoid people, company, and general hustle and bustle, you have to plan your visit during weekdays.

Yes, Albufeira is good for a day trip, and if one targets the significant sightseeing and exploration points, then it only requires a day. Within the day you can have a tour of the old town with cultural architecture and beautiful cobblestone alleys, and additionally, one can enjoy the sun, sand, and sea by visiting one of the beaches and also eat local food from a restaurant. It is also possible to tour some of the main attractions learning more about them, such as the cliffs of Ponta da Piedade. However, for a detailed discovery and to feel the pulse of the city without a cramming schedule, it is best to spend 2 to 3 days in the city.

Albufeira is described as a place, where traditional and modern elements are perfectly intermingled. The indifferent architecture and cameraman are used to portray the old town and the white narrow streets and old buildings give the film a Portuguese feel. The beautiful beaches of the Algarve like Praia da Falésia and Praia dos Pescadores with golden sand and water clear like a crystal. Ponta da Piedade is one of the greatest cliffs, with stunning views of the sea, and it is a must-see for those who like nature and taking photos. In addition, Albufeira is a place that is indeed full of life, with restaurants, and bars that are scattered all over Albufeira as well as leisure facilities to suit any person.