20 Best Things to Do in Albufeira, Albufeira, Portugal

Albufeira, a former fishing village located 28 miles from the capital Faro, is known for being the largest and most popular resort town in the Algarve.

The city has many attractions, including a charming old town with whitewashed and tiled houses sporting traditional Algarvian chimneys, plenty of bars, a bustling nightlife, gift shops and some of the best beaches in Algarve.

My first time in Albufeira was in 2008 and since then I haven’t stopped. Not least because I have relatives there, but also because I love its stunning scenery! I discovered that there many exciting things to do in Albufeira, and in this local guide, I want to share my favourite ones with you.

From wandering the alleys and streets of the Old Town to conquering a castle, beach exploration, dolphin watching, doing water sports, shopping and partying hard, here is a list of what to do and see in Albufeira.

Located around 3.7 mi west of Albufeira Old Town, Rabbit Beach is a breathtaking beach surrounded by yellow cliffs and has fine golden sand with seashells and crystal-clear turquoise water. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).