São Sebastião Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Praia da Luz
Praia da Luz is a beautiful sandy beach located just 6 km away from Lagos in the Algarve, Portugal. It’s located in the picturesque village of Luz, known for its narrow roads lined with bougainvillea flowers.
Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.
Dona Ana Beach
Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.
Camilo Beach
Climb down the elegant staircase to this hidden bay at the base of colorful cliffs and enjoy the spectacular natural views.
Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
Check out this historic lighthouse, descend the steps to the beach and take a boat tour of the sea stacks and arches.
Lagos Zoo
Pet and feed the animals in the spacious enclosures, bring your kids to the playground and dine at the restaurant of this zoo.
Things to do
Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Boat Tour
From Lagos: Cruise to the Caves of Ponta da Piedade
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão
From Porto Airport: Transfer to Lagos Central Bus Station
Benagil Caves Full Circuit Morning Happy Hour
Sunrise Benagil Full Caves Tour
Top hotels in São Sebastião
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Great location, friendly staff, and a rich breakfast. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Vila Vita Parc
It was a great stay. The staff is very friendly and professional, breakfast is first class (and they were very accommodating my wife's dietary restrictions) Dinner at Aladin Grill was one to remember. We enjoyed the walks and hikes, yes we needed a car to go to some places, but was everything within ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Algarve Casino
Awesome
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor
Great hosts, nice clean room and very good breakfast. The hotel is close to the lagoon and the beach. Would definitely go back again. Lucy and Larsen made me feel very welcomed.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Apartment is modern, clean. Full kitchen. Washer and dryer work great. Restaurant inside hotel serves great dinner.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Nice property, clean,
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around São Sebastião
Caliças
While there might not be top attractions in Caliças, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
Telheiro
Telheiro might not have many top sights, but Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Falfeira
Though Falfeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina de Lagos and Boavista Golf.
Marina de Lagos
While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.
Colinas Verdes
While Colinas Verdes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lagos Zoo and Marina de Lagos.
Funchal
Funchal might not have many top sights, but Boavista Golf and Marina de Lagos are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
