Cerro Grande Travel Guide
Albufeira
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Popular places to visit
Albufeira Old Town Square
Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.
Falesia Beach
Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.
Albufeira Marina
Explore the waterfront of Albufeira Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Santa Eulalia Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Santa Eulalia Beach during your travels in Santa Eulália?
Peneco Beach
The eastern side of Albufeira’s main city beach is famous for its fishing boats, seafood restaurants and live entertainment shows.
Arrifes Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Arrifes Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água.
Things to do
Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket
From Albufeira: Full-Day Tour of Algarve Eastern's Finest
Faro Airport (FAO): Shared One-Way Albufeira Bus Transfer
Algarve: 3 Types of Wine Tastings with Vineyard Views
Boat Trip to the Benagil Caves from Armação de Pêra
Full Day Guided Tour Historical Algarve Finest
Top hotels in Cerro Grande
Vila Vita Parc
Staff very welcoming and courteous
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Tivoli Carvoeiro
Amazing! Being that we went there during off season we avoided crowds. Hotel was beautiful, breakfast buffet was amazing and the staff was pleasant and helpful. We will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
AP Eva Senses
Balcony offered a nice view
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Occidental Faro
Hi, This hotel had a nice entrance and well located to train and bus stations . The room was small and clean but we had a terrible view. Well equipped with mini fridge, safe . The breakfast was excellent and was served on the top floor of hotel with a nice view of the marina. I would stay at this ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Great hotel, perfect location to airport. Staff are above excellent. Booked thru Expedia amd my go to for my overnight stay to head home on long flight. Staying here, made last impressions. Definitely recommend this establishment for dedication of staff, cleanliness and easy efficient check in and ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
W Algarve
It’s always exciting and a pleasure staying at W Hotels. What we have noticed however is the least available options for non-Pork eaters at breakfast. We believe there being perhaps options such as chicken/beef sausages as opposed to only Pork..?! The house keeping was fantastic, aside from staff ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cerro Grande
Mem Moniz
When in Mem Moniz, you can plan a visit to Algarve Shopping Mall and Balaia Golf Village, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Branqueira
Check out the bars, historical sites and beaches while spending some time in Branqueira. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Balaia Golf Village or The Strip.
Santa Eulália
If you're spending some time in Santa Eulália, Santa Eulalia Beach and Oura Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Correeira
Though Correeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square and The Strip.
Mouraria
While there might not be top attractions in Mouraria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Albufeira Old Town Square and Algarve Shopping Mall.
Alpouvar
Alpouvar might not have many top sights, but Albufeira Old Town Square and Peneco Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
