Title: Visit Santa Luzia: 2026 Travel Guide for Santa Luzia, Tavira | Expedia.com

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# Santa Luzia

## Travel Guide

![Terra Estreita Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156497/82b9f7cc-72ae-4b6c-8f52-df2e42bb5c80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Terra Estreita Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156497/82b9f7cc-72ae-4b6c-8f52-df2e42bb5c80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Terra Estreita Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156497/4aeda55b-9c11-42b8-b56e-6f8613e93f62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Santa Luzia

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Pedras d'el Rei

Pedras d'el Rei, Santa Luzia Tavira 

$60 nightly

$64 total

Feb 27 - Feb 28

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Tavira. Enjoy free parking, 3 beach bars, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Barril Beach and Terra Estreita ...

7.8/10 Good! (225 reviews)

Gardens lovely and location near to Praia do Barril and Tavira excellent

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

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Your ideal, affordable place in the sun! St-Luzia apt. with sea-view.

 SANTA-LUZIA, TAVIRA EAST ALGARVE

Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Barril Beach and Terra Estreita ...

9/10 Wonderful! (105 reviews)

The property was very clean and well equipped. It was a comfortable space. The host was very informative. The only negative might be the space is a little dated as you can see in the photos in the listing. Would be happy to stay there again.

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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AP Eva Senses

Avenida da Republica, 1 Faro 

$138 nightly

$149 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

The room and bathroom were very clean and comfortable. The breakfast had lots of choices. Staff were helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

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Pedras d'el Rei

Pedras d'el Rei, Santa Luzia Tavira 

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Tavira. Enjoy free parking, 3 beach bars, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Barril Beach and Terra Estreita ...

7.8/10 Good! (225 reviews)

Gardens lovely and location near to Praia do Barril and Tavira excellent

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

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Your ideal, affordable place in the sun! St-Luzia apt. with sea-view.

 SANTA-LUZIA, TAVIRA EAST ALGARVE

Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Barril Beach and Terra Estreita ...

9/10 Wonderful! (105 reviews)

The property was very clean and well equipped. It was a comfortable space. The host was very informative. The only negative might be the space is a little dated as you can see in the photos in the listing. Would be happy to stay there again.

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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Golden Club Cabanas

R. Tuberária Maj. Tavira Faro

Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Tavira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Benamor Golf are located ...

7.8/10 Good! (137 reviews)

Excellent hotel with friendly staff

I was pleasantly surprised by everything at the Golden club hotel. I'd been slightly worried by some reviews before we arrived but i can honestly say our stay in August was excellent. It's a great 3 star hotel. All the staff were brilliant, my children went to kids club on our last 2 days and loved ...

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Tavira Castle showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118614/bc76cc75-ad09-4628-87f2-79397a64dc0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tavira Castle

4/5(19 reviews)

Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.

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![Roman Bridge showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081755/6e7afb61-95cb-4c68-a5fe-2c0cf24dded6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Roman Bridge

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.

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![Praca da Republica featuring a square or plaza and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118612/644986a3-92cd-4961-a755-9fd86684c2ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Praca da Republica

Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.

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![Misericordia Church which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081757/fdcf960f-f168-4655-a3fa-4fd78d518207.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Misericordia Church

Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.

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#### Old Town

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you spend time at Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. 

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#### Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall during your trip to Santa Maria e Santiago. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. 

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### Things to do

![Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1130066/9fd5bda0-6139-491b-8f41-32ace24b9099.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

$21

per adult

**88%** of travellers recommend

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![Bateiras Traditional Boats Shared Tour in Olhão](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48960991/b2748e7a-c45b-46bb-966a-6485eff7d520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tours in Traditional Boats - Olhão

$47

per adult

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![Tavira City & Chocolate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50143644/435c1f75-75e4-4e1b-b178-cc439038ffda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tavira City & Chocolate

$58

per adult

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![Couple standing on the rocky coastal cliffs with Ponta da Piedade lighthouse in the background in Lagos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/184699/012ca189-32d4-441e-87b2-6b48fc6443ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour

$68

per adult

**76%** of travellers recommend

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![Olhão: 2 islands Ria Formosa Sunset Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48432601/e5ad6a8b-d455-4eec-a7c4-0d28c2ce6862.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ria Formosa Bout Tour with sunset - Olhão

$35

per adult

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![Private Tavira Jeep Tour - Salt Pans, Nature & Santa Luzia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50518161/8e64fd54-b461-47d2-abd5-e5e2d25e898c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Private Tavira Jeep Tour - Salt Pans, Nature & Santa Luzia

$65

per adult

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## Cities near Santa Luzia

![Tavira Castle showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118614/bc76cc75-ad09-4628-87f2-79397a64dc0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Tavira

![Ilha de Tavira is one of six barrier islands that makes up 18400 hectares of protected nature reserve along the Ria Formosa along with wetlands, mudflats and hundreds of species of plant and wildlife. 

The island itself has a commercialised centre with wooden walkways and cafes, bar, restaurants as well as a camping area (no hotels on the island). I felt a bit like i'd arrived at a theme park but once you go thought this and on to  the beach, its lovely. A blue flag beach, 11km of coastline, sun shades and sun beds to rent but plenty of sand to spread out a towel away from the hustle and bustle. 

The island beach is only accessible by boat and there is a water taxi and ferry service that operates daily. During the summer tourist months the ferry runs from Tavira centre from the quay side near the indoor market. But in the offpeak months (even in May) you have to go to the Quatro Águas pier. (Don't be fooled by the ferry moored on the quay looking like it is waiting for passengers!)

The walk to the ferry felt long, it was probably 20 minutes of so but in the baking sun along deserted road and salt fields it felt a trek. I'd recommend getting the bus if you can work out the timetables. 
Ferry Times: http://tavira.algarvetouristguide.com/beaches/tavira-island 
#NationalPark #Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157702/b412e34c-1d61-4856-a5bb-b806b4fb9720.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Luz de Tavira

- Cities near Santa Luzia
- Places of interest

[Tavira](https://expedia.com/Tavira.dx182254)[Luz de Tavira](https://expedia.com/Luz-De-Tavira.dx6157702)

- [Olhao Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Olhao-Harbour-Olhao.d6118600.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Faro Island Beach ](https://expedia.com/Faro-Island-Beach-Praia-de-Faro.d6081721.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Faro Marina ](https://expedia.com/Faro-Marina-Faro-City-Centre.d6081711.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ria Formosa Natural Park ](https://expedia.com/Ria-Formosa-Natural-Park-Faro-District.d6118605.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cabanas Beach ](https://expedia.com/Cabanas-Beach-Algarve.d6118610.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Old Town Square ](https://expedia.com/Old-Town-Square-Faro-City-Centre.d553248621576385399.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Old Town ](https://expedia.com/Old-Town-Tavira.d553248621532957621.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Faro Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Faro-Cathedral-Faro-City-Centre.d6081717.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Monte Gordo Beach ](https://expedia.com/Monte-Gordo-Beach-Vila-Real-Santo-Antonio.d6118620.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ilha da Culatra Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ilha-Da-Culatra-Beach-Faro-District.d6118604.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ilha de Tavira Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ilha-De-Tavira-Beach-Algarve.d6156491.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cacela Velha Beach ](https://expedia.com/Cacela-Velha-Beach-Algarve.d6118616.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Olhao Municipal Market ](https://expedia.com/Olhao-Municipal-Market-Olhao.d6081783.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tavira Castle ](https://expedia.com/Tavira-Castle-Tavira.d6118614.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Manta Rota Beach ](https://expedia.com/Manta-Rota-Beach-Algarve.d6156722.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ilha da Armona Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ilha-Da-Armona-Beach-Algarve.d6118602.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Barril Beach ](https://expedia.com/Barril-Beach-Algarve.d6081781.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Altura Beach ](https://expedia.com/Altura-Beach-Algarve.d6118618.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Verde Beach ](https://expedia.com/Verde-Beach-Algarve.d6118622.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ilha da Barreta Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ilha-Da-Barreta-Beach-Algarve.d6156716.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Vila Real Santo Antonio Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Vila-Real-Santo-Antonio-Harbour-Vila-Real-Santo-Antonio.d6118624.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Forum Algarve Mall ](https://expedia.com/Forum-Algarve-Mall-Sao-Pedro.d6157423.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Estoi Palace ](https://expedia.com/Estoi-Palace-Faro.d553248621562514876.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall ](https://expedia.com/Tavira-Gran-Plaza-Shopping-Mall-Tavira.d6157623.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Roman Bridge ](https://expedia.com/Roman-Bridge-Tavira.d6081755.Vacation-Attraction)
- [University of Algarve ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Algarve-Gambelas.d6081719.Vacation-Attraction)
- [A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve ](https://expedia.com/A-Companhia-De-Teatro-Do-Algarve-Faro-City-Centre.d553248634315031903.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Praca da Republica ](https://expedia.com/Praca-Da-Republica-Tavira.d6118612.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Faro Town Hall ](https://expedia.com/Faro-Town-Hall-Faro-City-Centre.d6081715.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hospital Faro ](https://expedia.com/Hospital-Faro-Se.d6157382.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Algarve Regional Museum ](https://expedia.com/Algarve-Regional-Museum-Faro-City-Centre.d553248621532957601.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Santo Antonio Sports Complex ](https://expedia.com/Santo-Antonio-Sports-Complex-Vila-Real-Santo-Antonio.d6150261.Vacation-Attraction)

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