Centro Histórico Travel Guide

Lagos

Santo Antonio Church showing a city and a sunset
Centro Histórico
Santo Antonio Church showing interior views, art and religious aspects
Arch of Sao Goncalo featuring heritage elements, night scenes and château or palace
Centro Histórico

Popular places to visit

First European Slave Market

First European Slave Market

Find out about the abysmal conditions in which the first slaves from West Africa were kept in this former slave market.

First European Slave Market
Henry the Navigator Statue

Henry the Navigator Statue

Find out about the history of São Gonçalo de Lagos when you take a trip to Henry the Navigator Statue. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.

Henry the Navigator Statue
Santo Antonio Church showing art, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Santo Antonio Church

Be amazed by the abundance of gold leaf décor spread across this Baroque gem and explore the relics in the small museum.

Santo Antonio Church
Arch of Sao Goncalo featuring heritage elements, night scenes and château or palace

Arch of Sao Goncalo

Gaze up at the impressive gateway to the Old Town of Lagos and learn about the patron saint of fishermen at the port.

Arch of Sao Goncalo

Lagos Municipal Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lagos Municipal Market during your stay in São Gonçalo de Lagos. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Lagos Municipal Market

Santa Maria Church

Learn about the local history of São Gonçalo de Lagos with a stop at Santa Maria Church. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.

Santa Maria Church

Things to do

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide

฿1,289
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Sea Caves Tour with a Local Guide
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From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran

฿1,365
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran
Picture 3 for Activity From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure

From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure

฿1,289
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Caves Speedboat Adventure
Lagos: Sailboat Trip to Ponta da Piedade

Lagos: Sailboat Trip to Ponta da Piedade

฿1,232
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lagos: Sailboat Trip to Ponta da Piedade
From Lagos: Family-Friendly Catamaran Tour of Benagil

From Lagos: Benagil Caves Catamaran Cruise

฿1,289
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lagos: Benagil Caves Catamaran Cruise
Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos

Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos free drink

฿1,365
per adult
Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos free drink
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Top hotels in Centro Histórico

Lagosmar Hotel

Lagosmar Hotel

2 out of 5
Rua Dr. Faria e Silva, N13, Lagos
The price is ฿5,212 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿5,212
฿5,525 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (397 reviews)
"Loved the staff, good recommendations and super friendly all the time!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Lagosmar Hotel
The MN56 Hotel

The MN56 Hotel

4 out of 5
R. Marreiros Netto 56, Lagos, Faro
The price is ฿11,191 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿11,191
฿11,863 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Meia Beach and Marina de Lagos are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at MN56, the staff were amazing and went above and beyond make our stay memorable. Breakfast was delicious and the area is perfect, removed from the foot traffic but close enough to walk to restaurants, shopping and the waterfront."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

The MN56 Hotel
Inn Seventies

Inn Seventies

3 out of 5
Rua Marquês De Pombal 1, Lagos
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Lagos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Meia Beach and Marina de Lagos are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (143 reviews)
"The property is billed as a BnB but no breakfast is served even though it say so on line and in documents at the facility"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

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Inn Seventies
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Rua Raul Brandão, 2 - Bloco B, Lagos
The price is ฿11,369 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿11,369
฿12,051 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lagos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Camilo Beach and Dona Ana Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews)
"Pros: Excellent location to beaches and old town on foot! Nice facility! Nice breakfast buffet in spite of coffee machines using powdered milk. Cons: pool is very cold; restaurant for dinner is fixed menu only and is pricey. Peak times have breakfast buffet lineups and reception very often has lineups ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Hotel Algarve Casino

Hotel Algarve Casino

5 out of 5
Avenida Tomas Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Faro
The price is ฿7,816 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿7,816
฿8,436 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portimão. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Tivoli Carvoeiro

Tivoli Carvoeiro

5 out of 5
Apartado 1299, Vale Do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa
The price is ฿12,740 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿12,740
฿13,655 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lagoa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"We had an amazing time at the hotel. It was beautiful, and our room was go"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Tivoli Carvoeiro
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico

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Santo Amaro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santo Amaro and surrounding area, you can visit Lagos Municipal Market and Marina de Lagos.

Santo Amaro
Dona Ana Beach showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Ameijeira

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

While Ameijeira isn't home to many top sights, Batata Beach and Dona Ana Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ameijeira
Meia Praia Beach which includes a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Meia Praia

While visiting Meia Praia, you might make a stop by sights like Meia Beach and Golfo de Cádiz.

Meia Praia
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Pedra Alcada

While there might not be top attractions in Pedra Alcada, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lagos Municipal Market and Marina de Lagos.

Pedra Alcada
Dona Ana Beach showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Praia Dona Ana

If you're spending some time in Praia Dona Ana, Dona Ana Beach and Batata Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Praia Dona Ana
Lagos Marina which includes a bay or harbour

Marina de Lagos

While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.

Marina de Lagos

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