The Best Areas In Algarve For Couples To Visit

The best areas in Algarve for couples to visit are dotted all across the region. In fact, the Algarve is extremely versatile for couples looking for a getaway. Whether it’s a quiet stay in an Algarve villa and regular visits to the beach or a holiday packed with activities and entertainment, it can accommodate for pretty much every couple.

A Guide To Algarve For Couples

The Algarve can be broken down and split up depending on the type of holiday you’re looking for. There are particular places that can be best for nightclubs and partying, a popular scene for stag do’s and younger crowds looking for a good time. In particular, Albufeira offers a lively strip and provides a real nightclub atmosphere. Alternatively, the West Coast offers a quieter scene in a rural area for a calm walk and relaxing day out. Here are some examples of the best areas in Algarve for couples to visit and what each of the areas offer:

• Party Scene: Albufeira, Armacao de Pera, Lagos, Praia da Rocha
• Quiet and Relaxing: West Coast and Monchique
• City Break: Faro
• Bars and Pubs: Alvor and Carvoeiro

Accommodation & Hotels

Each area offers ideal accommodation no matter whether you’re planning on staying for a couple of nights or a couple of weeks. They range from budget hotels to the more luxury stay that can be a bit pricier per night. In the party scenes such as Albufeira and Lagos, the majority of hotels can be from budget to mid-range, mainly due to the atmosphere which the two areas provide. Alternatively, areas such as Vilamoura and Tavira offer beautiful and luxury accommodation for those who are just looking to soak up the sun in peaceful surroundings.

Things To Do

The Algarve offers plenty to do for couples, and it differs depending on the area you choose to visit. Make the most of the time you’re there with these amazing things to do:

Visit The Beaches

Based on the coastline of Portugal, the Algarve offers many options for beaches to visit. Popular beaches tend to be around Carvoeiro and Albufeira due to them being coastal towns, where the beach is just a stone’s throw away from many of the hotels and accommodations.

Try The Local Cuisine

A great way to taste the fantastic cuisine that the Algarve has to offer is through food tours. This is extremely popular in the Algarve for couples. They provide several food options to try and is an easy way to socialise with other holidaymakers too.

Visit The Hidden Caves

A common tourist attraction for many on the Algarve are the hidden caves can be found in several places in the Algarve. Some are only accessible by boat or swimming (for those who are strong swimmers) which can make it a great fun day out for couples. Boat tours are available which can take you out the caves and give you the chance to explore. They are most common in the Ferragudo and Carvoeiro which is based in Central Algarve.

Have A Night Out

As previously mentioned, some of the best nights out in the Algarve for couples can be found in Albufeira and Lagos. Both areas have many nightclubs and bars, and become particularly busy during the summer months. A great option for couples who want to explore a little more of what the Algarve has to offer.

Try Surfing

If you’re a couple of adrenaline junkies, there are activities that you can do that steer away from the standard site seeing. The Algarve is a popular destination for surfers because of the many beaches that it has, so it’s a great destination for wanting to try some surfing. Depending on how long you plan to stay, you can book bulk sessions with an instructor or a casual surfing session is available. Surfing is more popular in Lagos which has a large surfing scene.

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