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If you are in Portugal there are a number of destinations that you’d be hitting. Jam-packed with amazing sights to see, Portimão would make it difficult for those with little time to decide.
And in this Portimão blog I’ll share with you some of my top things to do in Portimão.
An itinerary of 2 days is good to see the most popular tourist attractions in Portimão. But if you can add 2-3 days more you’d be able to experience rather than ‘see’ that an ordinary tourist does. Here are the best things to see in Portimão along with a list of the most interesting things to do in Portimão:
1. Praia da Rocha
A popular tree lined beach with clear blue water, soft sand & a promenade.
After a busy day of looking around, it is just the right place to unwind by the sweeping ocean. For having fresh seafood head to one of the restaurants on the beach.
Quick Facts:
- Some of the things Praia da Rocha features include unique rock formations.
2. Três Irmãos
While Três Irmãos is far from a secluded beach in Portimão, its tranquil seas and sandy beaches attract locals and tourists alike.
Take a lounge chair and soak-in the beautiful sun. At the foodjoints that line the beach, there are plenty of options to eat.
Without a doubt this wonderful other beach is one amongst the top things to do in Portimão.
Address: Rua Praia dos Três Irmãos, 8500-178 Portimão, Portugal
3. Museu de Portimão
Quick Facts:
- Dedicated to history of sardine fishing and local canning industry, the local museum is housed in a former cannery.
Address: Rua D. Carlos I Zona Ribeirinha, 8500-607 Portimão, Portugal
4. Praia dos Caneiros
Praia dos Caneiros is a beautiful wild beach secluded from the civilization.
Enjoy swimming in a clear blue water and stunning views here at Praia dos Caneiros. You can reach here by following a narrow dirt road.
Since not many people come here, you have the beach all to yourself.
Address: Rua D. Carlos I Zona Ribeirinha, 8500-607 Portimão, Portugal
5. Fort of Santa Catarina
A centuries-old ruined fortress perched on top of a hill.
You can follow the hiking trail which leads to this old fort. Not much to see actually only the foundation stones lying bare in this historic fort ruin.
Quick Facts:
- The fort ruins is located at an elevation of 10 m.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Portimão trip.
Address: Rua D. Carlos I Zona Ribeirinha, 8500-607 Portimão, Portugal
6. Quinta do Francês Winery
A winery in Portimão with a fantastic facility producing fine quality wine.
At the end of the tour you will be treated with a tasting of some of the estate’s wines. And if you want to learn more about winemaking in this region of Portugal consider staying at a local guest house.
Address: Rua D. Carlos I Zona Ribeirinha, 8500-607 Portimão, Portugal
7. Portimão market
Add it to your Portimão trip if you have time.
Address: Rua D. Carlos I Zona Ribeirinha, 8500-607 Portimão, Portugal
Thanks for reading this travel blog, hope now you know plenty of must see places in Portimão. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Portimão for everyone.
And it’s not difficult to create an itinerary that includes some of the best tourist attractions in Portimão. If you have any questions or suggestions on sightseeing in Portimão, I would love to hear them in the comments section below.