Fort of Santa Catarina played an important defensive role during its time. Now a historic site, you can only imagine some of the scenes its mighty walls have witnessed.

You'll soon see why this Portimão history-filled fortress is visited by many travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Rocha Beach, Benagil Beach, and Carvoeiro Beach are in this area as well. They won't take you very long to get to from Fort of Santa Catarina.

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Pestana Alvor South Beach, Premium Suite Hotel

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Sep 18 - Sep 21

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8.8/10 Excellent! (87 reviews)

Amazing staff. Clean. Vibes.

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Pestana Palm Gardens

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8.6/10 Excellent! (310 reviews)

This place was wonderful! It’s a little piece of paradise in the Algarve. The units are large and very beautiful. The staff is amazing and goes out of their way to make your stay as great as possible. I will be back! Amazing!

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Vilamoura Garden Hotel

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New York (NYC) to Faro (FAO)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (326 reviews)

A beautifully situated and well appointed boutique hotel graced with courteous, efficient, multilingual staff. The pool and decking is framed with magnificent Mediterranean pines and rosemary. Gym is well equipped and the breakfast buffet abundant. Bedlinen is the finest, softest most silken cotton and the pillows provide a sweet slumber. Clientele in July was a mix of Portuguese ( a good sign when you stay in a country that its own people choose it) and some English, Irish and Italians. Guests were mostly well behaved.

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

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Seville day trip from the Algarve

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Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting

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Ponta da Piedade Sunset Cruise from Lagos free drink

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Lagos: Sailboat Trip to Ponta da Piedade

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