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Cabanas
Photo by Louise Mason
Photo by Louise Mason
Photo by Louise Mason
Photo by Louise Mason


Cabanas must see attractions

1. Olhao Harbour

Life in Olhão centers on the city’s harbor and marina area. Watch as fishing boats pull into dock and unload their catches, many of which will be bound for nearby restaurants. Or, take a boat trip to the fabulous beach-lined barrier islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park.
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Olhao Harbour which includes a bay or harbor

2. Ria Formosa Natural Park

The Ria Formosa Natural Park is a large reserve on the Algarve coast that stretches between Garrão Beach and Manta Rota. With its intricate system of wetlands, canals, marshlands and beaches, the nature reserve shelters a vast diversity of coastal plants and animals. Explore this 37-mile (60-kilometer) stretch of landscape by boat or kayak. Join a guided walking tour and learn about the local fishing traditions that continue amid the resource-rich wetlands.
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Ria Formosa Natural Park which includes general coastal views and a sunset

3. Ilha de Tavira Beach

Ilha de Tavira Beach (Praia de Tavira) is the main beach on the sandbar island fronting the town of Tavira. The beach has plenty of space for relaxing and playing by the sea. Look out across the ocean waters and watch boats sailing in through the adjacent channel or explore the surrounding Ria Formosa Natural Park. Splash in the waves or recline on a beach chair and soak up some sunshine.
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Ilha de Tavira Beach featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse

4. Ilha da Culatra Beach

Find Ilha da Culatra Beach on a traffic-free island only accessible by ferry. Enjoy the back-to-nature vibe of this scenic beach, which is unspoiled by development and construction.
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Ilha da Culatra Beach which includes a bay or harbor

5. Olhao Municipal Market

Olhão Municipal Market is spread across two redbrick structures, containing a fruit and vegetable area and a fascinating fish section. Dating back to 1916, the buildings face the Mortina Estuary in a busy part of town, enclosed by gardens, bars and restaurants. Appreciate the sights, sounds and smells of the market for a sense of the local culture and traditions.
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Olhao Municipal Market showing a sunset

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