Alcalar Travel Guide
Portimão
Popular places to visit
Rocha Beach
Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.
Portimão Marina
Acclaimed beaches and a pair of historic fortresses are part of this haven for super-sized yachts. Its orange and red buildings contain shops, bars and restaurants.
Vau Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vau Beach during your travels in Portimão? Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Tres Irmaos Beach
Bring your camera to photograph this striking beach, which is dotted with large, eye-catching rocks that provide shade and shelter, and harbor several caves.
Portimão Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Praia da Rocha with a trip to Portimão Harbor. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Três Castelos Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Três Castelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia da Rocha. Stroll along the marina in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Benagil: Caves, Coves & Secret Beaches Guided Kayaking Tour
From Lagos: Cruise to the Caves of Ponta da Piedade
Lagos: Boat Cruise to Ponta da Piedade
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão
Top hotels in Alcalar
Hotel Algarve Casino
Dans l'ensemble cest bien mais l'accueil j'ai moin aimé, ambiance plutôt froide et le service pas trop rapide.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Excellent hotel, good location to walk for bars / restaurants
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
The Editory By The Sea Lagos Hotel
Great stay
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
RR Hotel da Rocha
This was our second stay at the hotel and both times have been absolutely amazing!!! Would highly recommend. We will definitely be back. 🙂
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Cascade Wellness Resort
Great resort!
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Vila Vita Parc
Another excellent stay at Villa Vita Parc ! Service and staff are excellent with nothing being too much trouble. You will also struggle to a find a hotel with restaurants of this quality, including the excellent breakfast.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alcalar
Monte Judeu
When in Monte Judeu, you can plan a visit to Le Meridien Penina Golf and Alvor Boardwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rasmalho
Rasmalho might not have many top sights, but Algarve International Autodrome Raceway and Monchique Thermal Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Montes de Alvor
Montes de Alvor is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alvor area, you might plan a trip to Alvor Boardwalk or Tres Irmaos Beach.
Alagoas
While Alagoas isn't home to many top sights, Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Portimão City Centre
You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Portimão City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Portimão Harbor or Algarve Racing.
Torralta
While visiting Torralta, you might make a stop by sights like Alvor Boardwalk and Tres Irmaos Beach.
