Telheiro Travel Guide
Lagos


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.

Dona Ana Beach
Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.

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.

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

Portimão: Benagil Cave and Praia de Marinha Boat Tour

From Lagos: Family way - Dolphin Watching Cruise Catamaran

Sunrise Benagil Full Caves Tour

Dolphin Watching from Lagos with Marine Biologists

Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão
Top hotels in Telheiro

Hotel Algarve Casino

Tivoli Carvoeiro

Vila Vita Parc
"Gorgeous resort with excellent service and amenities. Views were stunning!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

NH Lagos Algarve Resort
"Touring Portugal with my elderly mother is difficult with all the cobblestone roads but this hotel was kind enough to loan us a wheelchair to help make it easier for us to explore nearby places. Do not leave without doing one of the boat tours. The smaller the better to go into the caves!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Carvi Beach Hotel
"Overall a very good hotel with an excellent location. One of the beds broke on the 2nd night but maintenance had gone home and it couldn't be looked at until the next. We fixed ourselves. Silvia at reception is WONDERFUL! She is helpful and truly wants to be there for the guest. Brigitte, apparently ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
"Bad guide reception"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Telheiro

Marina de Lagos
While Marina de Lagos isn't home to many top sights, Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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

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.

Falfeira
Though Falfeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.

Cerro das Mos
While Cerro das Mos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market.
