Lagos and the activities we, and our guests, LOVE
City/town information
Lagos located in western Algarve, has with a long history, as it was the centre of the Portuguese Age of Discovery.
The Nigerian town of Lagos (the biggest city in Africa, with currently more than 16 million inhabitants) was named after the town Lagos, by Portuguese explorers in the 15th century.
Lagos used to be the capital of the Algarve until the earthquake of 1755. The earthquake completely destroyed the town. A fishing town until the 1960s, when tourism developed in the region. Nowadays, the town is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Algarve. Most of the people that live near the coast of Lagos work in tourism or in the service industry.
Lagos is located about 90 kilometres from Faro airport. It is the most western large tourist town of the Algarve. Only the smaller villages are located further to the west, until you get to Sagres. Lagos is also the final train stop in the western Algarve, which makes the town easily accessible by public transport. To the north of Lagos are the mountains of Monchique. These mountains shield Lagos from winds and clouds from the north. This is also the reason Lagos is one of the towns in Europe with the most sun hours per year.
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Lagos
Lagos located in western Algarve, has with a long history, as it was the centre of the Portuguese Age of Discovery.
The Nigerian town of Lagos (the biggest city in Africa, with currently more than 16 million inhabitants) was named after the town Lagos, by Portuguese explorers in the 15th century.
Lagos used to be the capital of the Algarve until the earthquake of 1755. The earthquake completely destroyed the town. A fishing town until the 1960s, when tourism developed in the region. Nowadays, the town is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Algarve. Most of the people that live near the coast of Lagos work in tourism or in the service industry.
Lagos is located about 90 kilometres from Faro airport. It is the most western large tourist town of the Algarve. Only the smaller villages are located further to the west, until you get to Sagres. Lagos is also the final train stop in the western Algarve, which makes the town easily accessible by public transport. To the north of Lagos are the mountains of Monchique. These mountains shield Lagos from winds and clouds from the north. This is also the reason Lagos is one of the towns in Europe with the most sun hours per year.
Food scene
GET YOURSELF DOWN HERE!!! We recommend booking though ... awesome fresh sea food at best prices in Lagos. Great and fast service.
It's a popular spot with the locals and a definite stop for your stay in Lagos.
This restaurant is located at the beginning of Meia Praia, close to the Lagos marina and a 10-minute drive away from the city centre (or make use of the water taxi ... just check on the time for the last ride). You can also walk across the draw bridge.
It also offers an "all you can eat" option that includes 4 varieties of fish. All the fish are very fresh.
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A Barrigada
A Estr. de São RoqueGET YOURSELF DOWN HERE!!! We recommend booking though ... awesome fresh sea food at best prices in Lagos. Great and fast service.
It's a popular spot with the locals and a definite stop for your stay in Lagos.
This restaurant is located at the beginning of Meia Praia, close to the Lagos marina and a 10-minute drive away from the city centre (or make use of the water taxi ... just check on the time for the last ride). You can also walk across the draw bridge.
It also offers an "all you can eat" option that includes 4 varieties of fish. All the fish are very fresh.
On the beach, with a sea view and the finest gastronomic Mediterranean dishes and snacks, this restaurant, named after the beach, where it is located, combines seafood delicacies and stew dishes with incredible surrounding scenery. Closed on Monday.
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Restaurante São Roque
Estrada de São RoqueOn the beach, with a sea view and the finest gastronomic Mediterranean dishes and snacks, this restaurant, named after the beach, where it is located, combines seafood delicacies and stew dishes with incredible surrounding scenery. Closed on Monday.
This restaurant has one of the most longed for views of Lagos and offers some of the best options for fish and seafood. There is also a pizzeria section. Café do Mar is located on the Discoveries Avenue on the cliff top providing a stunning view over Lagos. Open every day.
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Mar
Avenida dos DescobrimentosThis restaurant has one of the most longed for views of Lagos and offers some of the best options for fish and seafood. There is also a pizzeria section. Café do Mar is located on the Discoveries Avenue on the cliff top providing a stunning view over Lagos. Open every day.
This exquisite place, in the town centre, offers a diverse international menu from Thai curry dishes, to carpaccio, duck with fig, creamed prawn soup and delicious roasted goat. The highlight of this restaurant is its intimate and romantic courtyard, which is where its name comes from. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
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RESTAURANTE NO PÁTIO
Rua Lançarote de FreitasThis exquisite place, in the town centre, offers a diverse international menu from Thai curry dishes, to carpaccio, duck with fig, creamed prawn soup and delicious roasted goat. The highlight of this restaurant is its intimate and romantic courtyard, which is where its name comes from. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
In this restaurant, you can enjoy a combination of the best international dishes with a selection of the best Portuguese wines, enhanced with a fantastic gourmet touch. The roasted chicken with mango, beef tartar and also the seabass filets with mussels in a seafood sauce are but a few of the options on the menu. Closed on Sunday.
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Restaurante dos Artistas
68 R. Cândido dos ReisIn this restaurant, you can enjoy a combination of the best international dishes with a selection of the best Portuguese wines, enhanced with a fantastic gourmet touch. The roasted chicken with mango, beef tartar and also the seabass filets with mussels in a seafood sauce are but a few of the options on the menu. Closed on Sunday.
Referred to locally as Blue Door, this Portuguese eatery serves some of the best fresh fish and seafood in town. The setting is informal (like most top Portuguese restaurants) but don’t let the humble surroundings put you off. The food rarely disappoints, the service is reasonable, and the prices are rock bottom. As one of the most popular restaurants in Lagos, there is usually a waiting time for 20-30 minutes here, so come early.
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Adega Típica A Forja
17 R. dos FerreirosReferred to locally as Blue Door, this Portuguese eatery serves some of the best fresh fish and seafood in town. The setting is informal (like most top Portuguese restaurants) but don’t let the humble surroundings put you off. The food rarely disappoints, the service is reasonable, and the prices are rock bottom. As one of the most popular restaurants in Lagos, there is usually a waiting time for 20-30 minutes here, so come early.
One of Lagos’ greatest backstreet heroes, Arribale has a simple but winning concept. The majority of their dishes are cooked on a little coal oven right next to the restaurant’s small collection of tables. As the street it’s located on used to be on the old sea walls, there’s a distinct marine feel to the decor, and the staff are always smiling and friendly. Make sure to try the flaming sausage for a starter.
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Arribale
40 R. da BarrocaOne of Lagos’ greatest backstreet heroes, Arribale has a simple but winning concept. The majority of their dishes are cooked on a little coal oven right next to the restaurant’s small collection of tables. As the street it’s located on used to be on the old sea walls, there’s a distinct marine feel to the decor, and the staff are always smiling and friendly. Make sure to try the flaming sausage for a starter.
A favourite for both expats and locals. This restaurant’s menu is small but perfectly formed, and highlights include the Beef Mozambique and piri-piri chicken, a classic Portuguese dish. Mullens’ cave style setting makes for an intimate backdrop for dinner, an apt spot to go for a romantic meal.
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Mullen's
86 R. Cândido dos ReisA favourite for both expats and locals. This restaurant’s menu is small but perfectly formed, and highlights include the Beef Mozambique and piri-piri chicken, a classic Portuguese dish. Mullens’ cave style setting makes for an intimate backdrop for dinner, an apt spot to go for a romantic meal.
Don’t let Tasca do Kiko’s odd location deter you from eating here. The restaurant’s isolated position behind Lagos’ boatyard is a little out the way, but for some of the best tapas in the local area it’s well worth the extra effort. The vast selection of small plates – fish, seafood, meats, and veggie dishes – make it the ideal place to stop by for a leisurely evening of eating. There are also large plates here, and don’t miss the delicious and perfectly light churros for dessert.
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Tasca do Kiko
A Estr. de São RoqueDon’t let Tasca do Kiko’s odd location deter you from eating here. The restaurant’s isolated position behind Lagos’ boatyard is a little out the way, but for some of the best tapas in the local area it’s well worth the extra effort. The vast selection of small plates – fish, seafood, meats, and veggie dishes – make it the ideal place to stop by for a leisurely evening of eating. There are also large plates here, and don’t miss the delicious and perfectly light churros for dessert.
We dream about Cachoa. Fluffy, soft-lit dreams with smooth jazz playing in the background. The food here is so out-of-this-world delicious that we have to hold our hands up and say it’s our favourite place to eat in Lagos. Probably in the Algarve. Probably in Portugal. It’s small, cosy, and there’s a beautiful little courtyard in summer with lights strung up everywhere. Cachoa is in Funchal (which is a short taxi ride just outside Lagos) and a little pricier than the other restaurants in Lagos, but completely worth it. Order anything.
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Restaurante Cachoa
We dream about Cachoa. Fluffy, soft-lit dreams with smooth jazz playing in the background. The food here is so out-of-this-world delicious that we have to hold our hands up and say it’s our favourite place to eat in Lagos. Probably in the Algarve. Probably in Portugal. It’s small, cosy, and there’s a beautiful little courtyard in summer with lights strung up everywhere. Cachoa is in Funchal (which is a short taxi ride just outside Lagos) and a little pricier than the other restaurants in Lagos, but completely worth it. Order anything.
A great restaurant and on everyone’s list – and we can’t blame them. The food here is simple Portuguese cuisine cooked to perfection, by a single chef who manages to keep one eye on his cutting board, and another on the TV. The portions are gigantic and often beat the heartiest of appetites. There is only a dozen or so tables here, and they don’t take bookings past 7pm. Petiscos is the bees knees and they know it. And they’re right to think so. If you love seafood, the cataplana is a must here.
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Casinha do Petisco
51 R. da OliveiraA great restaurant and on everyone’s list – and we can’t blame them. The food here is simple Portuguese cuisine cooked to perfection, by a single chef who manages to keep one eye on his cutting board, and another on the TV. The portions are gigantic and often beat the heartiest of appetites. There is only a dozen or so tables here, and they don’t take bookings past 7pm. Petiscos is the bees knees and they know it. And they’re right to think so. If you love seafood, the cataplana is a must here.
This restaurant probably offers the most traditional Algarve dishes as well as the best regional foods in Lagos. Located in the surroundings of the historic centre, it has a very welcoming vibe, as well as personalised service. The food, wines and desserts on offer are the best in the Algarve and other Portuguese regions. Closed on Monday.
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Restaurante Comidinha
5 Praça do Poder LocalThis restaurant probably offers the most traditional Algarve dishes as well as the best regional foods in Lagos. Located in the surroundings of the historic centre, it has a very welcoming vibe, as well as personalised service. The food, wines and desserts on offer are the best in the Algarve and other Portuguese regions. Closed on Monday.
Nah Nah Bah proclaims it serves the best burgers in the Algarve and having sampled quite a few we have to admit it hasn’t been beaten yet. Its giant specialities are cheekily named (“Blue Ball Buster”, “Luis Figo’s West Dream”, and another we can’t mention because it’s probably not safe for an information booklet ;-) and you can barely fit your chops around them. Come here with a big appetite.
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Nah Nah Bah Restaurant
11 Tv. do FornoNah Nah Bah proclaims it serves the best burgers in the Algarve and having sampled quite a few we have to admit it hasn’t been beaten yet. Its giant specialities are cheekily named (“Blue Ball Buster”, “Luis Figo’s West Dream”, and another we can’t mention because it’s probably not safe for an information booklet ;-) and you can barely fit your chops around them. Come here with a big appetite.
From Mexico to Lagos, with a very relaxed atmosphere, good music and the best burritos and nachos in the area, this restaurant in the city centre is a must try. Closed on Tuesday.
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The Green Room- Burritos & Cocktails
51 R. da OliveiraFrom Mexico to Lagos, with a very relaxed atmosphere, good music and the best burritos and nachos in the area, this restaurant in the city centre is a must try. Closed on Tuesday.
There is no resisting a good pizza, especially when the base is thin and crispy and the ingredients are fresh and seasonal. You’ll find a modern and romantic setting, with a wood oven on display in the main dining room. You can also opt for the outside terrace which allows you to soak up the amazing atmosphere of Lagos.
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Restaurante Camilo
Estrada da Ponta da PiedadeThere is no resisting a good pizza, especially when the base is thin and crispy and the ingredients are fresh and seasonal. You’ll find a modern and romantic setting, with a wood oven on display in the main dining room. You can also opt for the outside terrace which allows you to soak up the amazing atmosphere of Lagos.
Situated on the cliff above Camilo beach, this is one of the most treasured restaurants, not only by the tourists but also by the locals, for its sea view, the freshness of the fish and the quality of its service. It’s only a 15-minute walk from the town centre and 2 minutes by car. This is definitely a restaurant not to be missed.
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Restaurante Camilo
Estrada da Ponta da PiedadeSituated on the cliff above Camilo beach, this is one of the most treasured restaurants, not only by the tourists but also by the locals, for its sea view, the freshness of the fish and the quality of its service. It’s only a 15-minute walk from the town centre and 2 minutes by car. This is definitely a restaurant not to be missed.
This restaurant is located on the Porto de Mós beach and its specialities are oven roasted octopus, baked goat, prawn and bean stew and fish stew. The combination of the kindness of the staff and the sea view provides for some delightful moments on one of the most visited beaches of Lagos.
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O António
Avenida Fernão de MagalhãesThis restaurant is located on the Porto de Mós beach and its specialities are oven roasted octopus, baked goat, prawn and bean stew and fish stew. The combination of the kindness of the staff and the sea view provides for some delightful moments on one of the most visited beaches of Lagos.
This is a multifunctional area with different sections within it, but no one is indifferent to the restaurant on the first floor, or the roof top terrace bar. The nibbles, which combine the best of Portuguese cuisine with a selection of fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients are delicious, not to mention the ambiance, the music and the kindness of the staff. This is definitely a must try. (Our favourite venue! Enter the restaurant through the shop on the ground floor ... all the way to the roof top!)
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Mar d'Estorias
30 R. Silva LopesThis is a multifunctional area with different sections within it, but no one is indifferent to the restaurant on the first floor, or the roof top terrace bar. The nibbles, which combine the best of Portuguese cuisine with a selection of fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients are delicious, not to mention the ambiance, the music and the kindness of the staff. This is definitely a must try. (Our favourite venue! Enter the restaurant through the shop on the ground floor ... all the way to the roof top!)
Situated on one of the most central streets in Lagos, the combination of a traditional pork steak sandwich with an elaborate gourmet kitchen is only one example of this restaurant’s quality. Ideal for enjoying a relaxed atmosphere and delicious meals that will make you want more.
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Casa do Prego
18 R. Lançarote de FreitasSituated on one of the most central streets in Lagos, the combination of a traditional pork steak sandwich with an elaborate gourmet kitchen is only one example of this restaurant’s quality. Ideal for enjoying a relaxed atmosphere and delicious meals that will make you want more.
If you can imagine a typical Portuguese family’s dinner table spread with cheeses, sausages, red wine, tapas and homemade bread, replicated within a public venue, then you have the “Arc da Velha”. Musical instruments adorn the walls, such as a Portuguese guitar and a saxophone, which customers are welcome to play. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
Arc da Velha
22 R. do FerradorIf you can imagine a typical Portuguese family’s dinner table spread with cheeses, sausages, red wine, tapas and homemade bread, replicated within a public venue, then you have the “Arc da Velha”. Musical instruments adorn the walls, such as a Portuguese guitar and a saxophone, which customers are welcome to play. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
As the name suggests, this is the ideal place to “nibble” on some of the best Algarve dishes, highlighting the best of Mediterranean cuisine prepared with a gourmet touch. This gourmet snack food restaurant is situated on one of the busiest streets in Lagos.
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A Petisqueira
54 Rua 25 de AbrilAs the name suggests, this is the ideal place to “nibble” on some of the best Algarve dishes, highlighting the best of Mediterranean cuisine prepared with a gourmet touch. This gourmet snack food restaurant is situated on one of the busiest streets in Lagos.
Sightseeing
The distinctive coastal features were hammered out by powerful winter storms; this is the Cozinha rock being battered. Turquoise sea waters and golden cliffs make the Ponta da Piedade headland one of the most beautiful natural features of the Algarve
Ponta da Piedade is a series of beautiful sandstone cliffs, that are considered as the finest natural feature of the western Algarve. This headland to the south of Lagos has been eroded over the millennia by powerful winter storms to form unique cliff formations, which include sea arches, grottos and smugglers caves.
The Ponta da Piedade can be explored from the pathways that cross and climb the cliffs, but a much more enjoyable approach is to join one of the boat tours that depart from Lagos marina, or book a Kayak tour ... we loved doing this!
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Ponta da Piedade
The distinctive coastal features were hammered out by powerful winter storms; this is the Cozinha rock being battered. Turquoise sea waters and golden cliffs make the Ponta da Piedade headland one of the most beautiful natural features of the Algarve
Ponta da Piedade is a series of beautiful sandstone cliffs, that are considered as the finest natural feature of the western Algarve. This headland to the south of Lagos has been eroded over the millennia by powerful winter storms to form unique cliff formations, which include sea arches, grottos and smugglers caves.
The Ponta da Piedade can be explored from the pathways that cross and climb the cliffs, but a much more enjoyable approach is to join one of the boat tours that depart from Lagos marina, or book a Kayak tour ... we loved doing this!
Surfing
The West coast (Costa Vicentina), north of Sagres, is a big national park. The West coast of the Algarve is full of wildlife and beautiful sandy beaches. The area is protected, which means that there are no (commercial) buildings. You will be surrounded by beautiful mountains. Conditions here are perfect for surfing, due to the big waves from the Atlantic Ocean. That is why the area attracts many surfers.
Some of them come by campervan from far away. There are a lot of surf schools here as well.
Our favourite beaches for surfing on the West coast of the Algarve are:
• Praia do Amado. This beach near the village of Carrapateira is one of the hotspots for surfing in the Algarve. Surfing conditions are excellent, which is why many surf schools travel there daily to enjoy the waves.
• Praia da Arrifana. This is a great beach near Aljezur. Good waves, but the beach can be crowded at times. Many surf schools can be found here.
• Praia da Bordeira. This is a large stretch of beach in the wilderness, near the village of Carrapateira. Conditions are great for surfing.
• Praia de Odeceixe. This beach is near the village of Odeceixe and is famous for its beautiful views.
• Praia da Amoreira. This beach is relatively close to Ajezur but is not as well-known as other surf beaches.
• Praia de Monte Clérigo. This beach near Aljezur is less crowded than other beaches nearby. It is often described as a surfer’s paradise.
• Praia do Castelejo. This is a secluded beach with nice views and conditions that are good for learning how to surf. Go here with an instructor, because there are rocks in the water (that you want to avoid).
• Praia do Cordoama. This is an impressive surf spot, which is surrounded by beautiful cliffs. Waves are quite consistent. However, this beach is relatively quieter than the more popular surf beaches.
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Parque Natural del Sudoeste Alentejano y Costa Vicentina
Rua Serpa Pinto, 32The West coast (Costa Vicentina), north of Sagres, is a big national park. The West coast of the Algarve is full of wildlife and beautiful sandy beaches. The area is protected, which means that there are no (commercial) buildings. You will be surrounded by beautiful mountains. Conditions here are perfect for surfing, due to the big waves from the Atlantic Ocean. That is why the area attracts many surfers.
Some of them come by campervan from far away. There are a lot of surf schools here as well.
Our favourite beaches for surfing on the West coast of the Algarve are:
• Praia do Amado. This beach near the village of Carrapateira is one of the hotspots for surfing in the Algarve. Surfing conditions are excellent, which is why many surf schools travel there daily to enjoy the waves.
• Praia da Arrifana. This is a great beach near Aljezur. Good waves, but the beach can be crowded at times. Many surf schools can be found here.
• Praia da Bordeira. This is a large stretch of beach in the wilderness, near the village of Carrapateira. Conditions are great for surfing.
• Praia de Odeceixe. This beach is near the village of Odeceixe and is famous for its beautiful views.
• Praia da Amoreira. This beach is relatively close to Ajezur but is not as well-known as other surf beaches.
• Praia de Monte Clérigo. This beach near Aljezur is less crowded than other beaches nearby. It is often described as a surfer’s paradise.
• Praia do Castelejo. This is a secluded beach with nice views and conditions that are good for learning how to surf. Go here with an instructor, because there are rocks in the water (that you want to avoid).
• Praia do Cordoama. This is an impressive surf spot, which is surrounded by beautiful cliffs. Waves are quite consistent. However, this beach is relatively quieter than the more popular surf beaches.
Surfing is possible on various places along the coast, but especially around Sagres and the West coast. Along the South coast, the more you go East, the smaller the waves become. That is why many people stay near the area of Sagres. Here the sea is rough and there are bigger waves. In this region, surfing and nature related activities are the main tourist attractions. The beaches in this area are known as a paradise for surfing and windsurfing. The waves are very consistent, which makes it easy to catch a wave. Some popular beaches for surfing around Sagres are:
• Praia do Martinhal. This is a popular surfing beach.
• Praia do Tonel. This is a beach within walking distance from the town of Sagres. Easy to access. Many restaurants and bars nearby. The waves are consistent.
• Praia do Beliche. This beach near Sagres has large cliffs, which makes it a stunning place to surf.
• Praia do Zavial. Great beach for intermediate surfers.
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Sagres
Surfing is possible on various places along the coast, but especially around Sagres and the West coast. Along the South coast, the more you go East, the smaller the waves become. That is why many people stay near the area of Sagres. Here the sea is rough and there are bigger waves. In this region, surfing and nature related activities are the main tourist attractions. The beaches in this area are known as a paradise for surfing and windsurfing. The waves are very consistent, which makes it easy to catch a wave. Some popular beaches for surfing around Sagres are:
• Praia do Martinhal. This is a popular surfing beach.
• Praia do Tonel. This is a beach within walking distance from the town of Sagres. Easy to access. Many restaurants and bars nearby. The waves are consistent.
• Praia do Beliche. This beach near Sagres has large cliffs, which makes it a stunning place to surf.
• Praia do Zavial. Great beach for intermediate surfers.
Things to do
Lagos zoo is a small zoo which is suited for families with younger children. The animals are well cared for, and the selection of animals includes birds, wild cats, and a petting farm for small children. The standout feature is the monkey island which contains many adorable monkeys! The entrance fee is €18/€14 (adult/child) and the zoo is open all year round.
If you book your tickets in advance online, you are usually offered a saving.
More information can be found on their website: http://www.zoolagos.com/en/
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Zoo de Lagos
Lagos zoo is a small zoo which is suited for families with younger children. The animals are well cared for, and the selection of animals includes birds, wild cats, and a petting farm for small children. The standout feature is the monkey island which contains many adorable monkeys! The entrance fee is €18/€14 (adult/child) and the zoo is open all year round.
If you book your tickets in advance online, you are usually offered a saving.
More information can be found on their website: http://www.zoolagos.com/en/
Boat trips, tours, and fishing trips
Departing from the Lagos Marina are an assortment of different boat trips, which include tours of the coastline, dolphin watching or deep-sea fishing trips.
For the more adventurous there are speed boat tours, jet boats or jet-skis. Costs of the boat tour vary depending on the style of tour and novelty of the boat. At the time of writing these trips were available:
• 90min caves/grottos tour
• 90min dolphin watching tour
• 3-hour fishing for snapper, mackerel, grouper
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Marina de Lagos, Pontão B
Boat trips, tours, and fishing trips
Departing from the Lagos Marina are an assortment of different boat trips, which include tours of the coastline, dolphin watching or deep-sea fishing trips.
For the more adventurous there are speed boat tours, jet boats or jet-skis. Costs of the boat tour vary depending on the style of tour and novelty of the boat. At the time of writing these trips were available:
• 90min caves/grottos tour
• 90min dolphin watching tour
• 3-hour fishing for snapper, mackerel, grouper
Active travellers and sea lovers will enjoy this kayaking tour from Lagos beach to the Grottos at Ponta da Piedade. You don’t need to be an experienced kayaker. You will be given instructions on how to use the boats properly. Along the way your guide will tell you all about the beaches, caves, and rock formations you are paddling past. This is a fun way to experience Portugal’s natural beauty while being active.
The Main boat will be all the time by our side to support everybody in case of anyone get tired. Duration is round 2 hours and 30 minutes from leaving to returning to the harbour.
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Kayak Adventures Lagos
Active travellers and sea lovers will enjoy this kayaking tour from Lagos beach to the Grottos at Ponta da Piedade. You don’t need to be an experienced kayaker. You will be given instructions on how to use the boats properly. Along the way your guide will tell you all about the beaches, caves, and rock formations you are paddling past. This is a fun way to experience Portugal’s natural beauty while being active.
The Main boat will be all the time by our side to support everybody in case of anyone get tired. Duration is round 2 hours and 30 minutes from leaving to returning to the harbour.
Sagres is at the western edge of the Algarve and is characterised by massive cliffs, raging seas and windswept landscapes. The powerful seas and expansive beaches attract surfers from all over Europe, and this has provided Sagres with an understated trendy vibe, which aligns with the ramshackle appearance of the town.
Further along, the coast is the Cabo Sao Vincente, the south-westerly tip of mainland Europe, and is a dramatic but barren region with towering cliffs and ceases winds.
The Sagres region is ideal for visitors who appreciate nature's raw power and enjoy outdoor activities, be that surfing hiking or cycling. There is a regular bus service from Lagos to Sagres.
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Sagres
Sagres is at the western edge of the Algarve and is characterised by massive cliffs, raging seas and windswept landscapes. The powerful seas and expansive beaches attract surfers from all over Europe, and this has provided Sagres with an understated trendy vibe, which aligns with the ramshackle appearance of the town.
Further along, the coast is the Cabo Sao Vincente, the south-westerly tip of mainland Europe, and is a dramatic but barren region with towering cliffs and ceases winds.
The Sagres region is ideal for visitors who appreciate nature's raw power and enjoy outdoor activities, be that surfing hiking or cycling. There is a regular bus service from Lagos to Sagres.
Slide and Splash is an amazing waterpark, filled with gravity-defying flumes, near vertical slides and colossal rubber ring rides. The waterpark is incredible fun for children, teenagers (and adults!), and the facilities are safe and well-maintained. The only downside is the steep entrance fees. Slide and Splash is near the town of Lagoa (25km away) and there are transfers;
further information can be found on their website: http://www.slidesplash.com/en/
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Slide & Splash station
125 Vale de DeusSlide and Splash is an amazing waterpark, filled with gravity-defying flumes, near vertical slides and colossal rubber ring rides. The waterpark is incredible fun for children, teenagers (and adults!), and the facilities are safe and well-maintained. The only downside is the steep entrance fees. Slide and Splash is near the town of Lagoa (25km away) and there are transfers;
further information can be found on their website: http://www.slidesplash.com/en/
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High Ropes Courses is a height activity leading you from tree to tree where you'll find different courses and several challenges such as bridges, rope nets and giant zip lines!
You may choose between three levels – Curious, Adventurous or Fearless – after a short introduction, you will begin a new experience that will fill you with an amazing feeling.
Venture out in an unforgettable Paintball match! - Within a game field with more than 2500m2 inside a forest, you'll find it filled with natural and artificial obstacles. Start planning the game attack right away. When the whistle sounds, you'll feel the adrenaline rush into action!
http://www.parqueaventura.net/en/lagos-en/
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Parque Aventura Lagos
Rua Sophia de Melo Breyner AndresenHigh Ropes Courses is a height activity leading you from tree to tree where you'll find different courses and several challenges such as bridges, rope nets and giant zip lines!
You may choose between three levels – Curious, Adventurous or Fearless – after a short introduction, you will begin a new experience that will fill you with an amazing feeling.
Venture out in an unforgettable Paintball match! - Within a game field with more than 2500m2 inside a forest, you'll find it filled with natural and artificial obstacles. Start planning the game attack right away. When the whistle sounds, you'll feel the adrenaline rush into action!
http://www.parqueaventura.net/en/lagos-en/
Zoomarine is a wonderful marine park that specialises in dolphins, marine life and tropical birds. In the marine park, there is a diverse selection of activities including dolphin shows, aquariums, and a good water park with slides, wave pools and rapids. The animals of Zoomarine are kept in modern facilities and all are well cared for.
The variety of attractions means Zoomarine is ideal for both families and young couples but again has a high entrance. Zoomarine is in central Algarve (40km from Lagos), however transport can be organised. More information can be found on the Zoomarine website:
https://www.zoomarine.pt/en/
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Zoomarine Algarve
KM 65 N125Zoomarine is a wonderful marine park that specialises in dolphins, marine life and tropical birds. In the marine park, there is a diverse selection of activities including dolphin shows, aquariums, and a good water park with slides, wave pools and rapids. The animals of Zoomarine are kept in modern facilities and all are well cared for.
The variety of attractions means Zoomarine is ideal for both families and young couples but again has a high entrance. Zoomarine is in central Algarve (40km from Lagos), however transport can be organised. More information can be found on the Zoomarine website:
https://www.zoomarine.pt/en/
Wine Tasting at Monte da Casteleja
Monte da Casteleja is located a 15-minute drive north of Lagos and is reachable via the N125. They specialise in excellent quality, 100% organic wines. A tasting at Casteleja is highly recommended for any wine lover.
http://montecasteleja.com/organic-wines/wine-tasting/
Monte da Casteleja
Wine Tasting at Monte da Casteleja
Monte da Casteleja is located a 15-minute drive north of Lagos and is reachable via the N125. They specialise in excellent quality, 100% organic wines. A tasting at Casteleja is highly recommended for any wine lover.
http://montecasteleja.com/organic-wines/wine-tasting/
Eduardo is our barber. Tell him William&Pedro referred you.
We just love the vibe in his shop!
Address: Rua Cândido dos Reis, loja 113, 8600 Lagos
Eduardo's barber shop - cut and shave
117 R. Cândido dos ReisEduardo is our barber. Tell him William&Pedro referred you.
We just love the vibe in his shop!
Address: Rua Cândido dos Reis, loja 113, 8600 Lagos
The Lagos Course
The Lagos Course begins with a parkland character. This course incorporates the only two lakes found on the entire site: at the short par-3 third hole and the long par-4 sixth hole. Holes seven and eight immerse golfers into the expansive dune lands on the southwestern portion of the site. The round concludes with a climb to the clubhouse and back into a more parkland setting.
The Praia Course
The third nine at Palmares presents the golf experience every great designer dreams of having the privilege to create: a seaside landscape with dunes exposed to the elements. The four seaside holes are between the beach and the railway line. The course opens by descending from a parkland setting. The second hole then whisks golfers into the true links part of the course. This dunes character is continued through the remainder of the Praia Golf Course with the closing hole, a strong uphill par-5, rising up out of the dunes through a deep valley to an amphitheatre just below the clubhouse.
Telephone - (+351) 282 790 500; Email: golf@onyriapalmares.com
Palmares Golf Club House
The Lagos Course
The Lagos Course begins with a parkland character. This course incorporates the only two lakes found on the entire site: at the short par-3 third hole and the long par-4 sixth hole. Holes seven and eight immerse golfers into the expansive dune lands on the southwestern portion of the site. The round concludes with a climb to the clubhouse and back into a more parkland setting.
The Praia Course
The third nine at Palmares presents the golf experience every great designer dreams of having the privilege to create: a seaside landscape with dunes exposed to the elements. The four seaside holes are between the beach and the railway line. The course opens by descending from a parkland setting. The second hole then whisks golfers into the true links part of the course. This dunes character is continued through the remainder of the Praia Golf Course with the closing hole, a strong uphill par-5, rising up out of the dunes through a deep valley to an amphitheatre just below the clubhouse.
Telephone - (+351) 282 790 500; Email: golf@onyriapalmares.com
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Ponte da Piedade
The Kayak tours to the caves are amazing ... and bit more adventurous! Book tours in advance from the operators at the entrance to Praia Batata (Potato Beach ... lol). And do this RIGHT AT THE BEGINNING of your trip as you want to go at low tide with good weather ... some caves cannot be entered at high tide! And this may take a bit of planning with times of low tides different every day.
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Relaxing on the Beaches of Lagos
Lagos has a wonderful coastline that comprises of vast expanses of sands, secluded coves and picturesque beaches. Within the Lagos region there is a beach to satisfy all, and range from the massive the Meia Praia, to the surfing waves of Porto de Mós and the beautiful Praia da Dona Ana.
Within in walking distance of Lagos are four outstanding beaches, while a short ride away are the traditional resort towns of Praia da Luz and Burgau or the craziness of Praia da Rocha.
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Surfing in the Algarve
The Algarve is not merely about beautiful beaches and a great climate. The region also has excellent surfing conditions. The waves are consistent, every day of the year. The water is warm and clear blue. The atmosphere is laid-back, and people are friendly. The combination of action, nature, fitness, and adrenaline is the reason why surfing in the Algarve is so addictive to many.
Under the "Surfing" section above, I add the advice and info gleaned from my surfer friends ...