Tourism in Alvor in the Algarve Coast

Alvor
Guide

Alvor is a beautiful Portuguese fishing town that has grown responsibly to become
a relaxed and mature holiday destination. The village is located on the banks of the
Odiáxere river, and from it you can walk to one of the largest sandy beaches in
southern Portugal.
Alvor has a characteristically Portuguese appearance, with traditional whitewashed
houses, narrow cobbled streets and small fishing boats moored along the banks of
the river. In honor of tourists, the city center is full of a wide range of restaurants,
bars and cafes able to satisfactorily meet the tastes and styles of all visitors.
In the Alvor
region there is
much to see,
and it is just a
short bus ride
from the
dynamic tourist
town of Praia
da Rocha or
the historic city
of Portimão, which also offers a fantastic selection of shops. In this article you will
find an introduction to a holiday in Alvor, which is one of the hidden gems of the
Algarve.

Alvor is within walking distance of some of the best beaches in the western
Algarve, and is also a city that has retained its traditional character. Considering the
relatively small size of Alvor, the town has a large variety of excellent restaurants
that remain open late into the night. A stay in Alvor can become much more than
a vacation on the beach, since from the village there can be many interesting
excursions to towns in the surrounding region, easily accessible to those tourists
with a greater spirit of adventure thanks to the economic network of buses with
stop in the city.
Alvor is located in an environment of beautiful landscapes and is perfect for those
visitors who are looking for a simple beach holiday, quiet and affordable. It is
possible that Alvor does not have the history or the great amount of tourist
attractions of the big tourist complexes of the central Algarve, but it is a city that
overflows the traditional Portuguese charm and offers its visitors a pleasant
relaxed atmosphere, a beach of great quality and enough and very good options to
eat, open until late hours, which combine to provide a holiday that fits any budget.

Hotels in Alvor
There are many quality hotels in Alvor and sourondings.
Hotels in Alvor
Água Alvor Jardim
Luna Alvor Bay en Alvor
Luna Arcos Hotel en Alvor
Luna Alvor Village en Alvor
Others Hoteles in the Algarve
Água Hotels Mondim de Basto ***
Água Hotels Nelas Parq
Água Hotels Vale da Lapa
Água Hotels Riverside
Água Hotels Sal Vila Verde
Vila Branca by Água Hotels
Castro Marim Golf Resort en Castro Marim
Nau Salgados Dunas Suites en Guia
Nau Salgados Palace en Guia
Nau Salgados Palm Village en Guia
Vidamar: Algarve en Guia
Nau Salgados Vila Lagoas en Guia
Navegadores en Monte Gordo
Foz Atlantida en Monte Gordo
Clube Maria Luisa en Olhos de Água
Nau Morgado Golf en Portimão
Hotel BelverDona Maria en Praia Da Luz-Lagos
Hotel Baia Cristal en Praia Do Carvoeiro Lagoa
Dom Jose Beach en Quarteira
Nau Salema Beach en Vila Do Bispo
Vilamoura Golf en Vilamoura
Nau Rafael Suites en Albufeira
Luna Alpinus en Albufeira
Hotel Baia Grande en Albufeira
Luna Clube Brisamar en Albufeira
Luna Miramar en Albufeira
Luna Hotel Da Oura en Albufeira
Luna Solaqua en Albufeira
Paladim en Albufeira
Pinheiros Balaia en Albufeira

Quinta Pedra Dos Bicos en Albufeira
Nau Rafael Atlantico en Albufeira
Silchoro en Albufeira
Tropical Sol en Albufeira
Baltum en Albufeira
Hotel Belver Boa Vista en Albufeira
Hotel Belver Aldeia en Albufeira
Choromar en Albufeira
Brisa Sol en Albufeira
Vidamar: Guesthouse en Albufeira
Apartamentos Do parque en Albufeira
Alagoa Mar en Albufeira
Vidamar: Villas en Albufeira
Luna Clube Oceano en Algarve
Usually, Alvor's offer is aimed at visitors of a certain age who do not seek or desire
a city full of drunken rioters looking for a party all night long.
As Alvor is quieter than many other tourist towns in the central Algarve, it is also
very suitable for families with young children, knowing that they are welcome
throughout the city. Families with teenagers may prefer to opt for accommodation
in the central region of the Algarve, which is closer to the large theme and water
parks.

The typical climate of Alvor, Portugal
The climate in Alvor and the south of Portugal is suitable for spending time on the
beach between mid-May and the end of September. The sea temperature in Alvor
is always low, even in summer, when the water only reaches a chilling 18ºC
The best time of year to visit Alvor is during the spring and early fall months. The
weather at this time of the year is pleasantly warm, and the region does not give a
feeling of being crowded with tourists. Alvor closes in October for the winter
months and reopens at Easter; During the low season the city has a very quiet
atmosphere, since there is no permanent big city.

What is the Best Attraction of Alvor?
The most characteristic attraction of Alvor are the elevated paths that cross the
sand dunes and mudflats of the Rivo de Alvor Nature Reserve. These trails offer
pleasant walks with beautiful views over the estuary, which is a refuge for native
birds. The trails are wide enough to travel by bicycle, and in 2016 they were being
extended along the main beach.
Ria de Alvor Naturreservats
The trails of the Natural Reserve of the Ría de Alvor
Passadiços de Alvor

What are the most popular excursions from Alvor?
From Alvor it is very easy to visit the towns of and Praia da Rocha, since both
destinations are connected to Alvor through a network of very cheap local buses.
It is a large residential city that has an excellent assortment of shops and a very
pleasant fishing port. Praia da Rocha is a chaotic and noisy tourist complex located
on the beautiful coastline: if you are planning a night out, Praia da Rocha is the
place for it.

Do you have good Alvor beaches?
Alvor has an excellent sandy beach which is a short walk from the center of the
city. The long sandy beach extends for 3.5km, from the sand dunes of the Rivo de
Alvor Natural Park, which includes the Ribera del Odiáxere, to the west, to the
limestone cliffs of the Prainha to the east. The beach has an immaculate
atmosphere, since there is very little tourist development directly on the beach
front, apart from the occasional bar or beach restaurant.
Airports and transfer to the hotel
The main international airport is Faro airport, which is located 70km east of Alvor.
Faro airport has direct flights that cover all of Europe, and all the main "low cost"
airlines fly to Faro.
For the later transfer from the airport to the hotel, it is recommended to book a
transfer to the hotel in advance, since the trip by public transport is complicated
and takes a long time. The journey from Faro airport to Alvor by public transport
requires two buses and a long train journey, and depending on the transshipment,

it can take more than 3 hours. A private transfer to the hotel will cost
approximately € 70-80, while a shared bus transfer will cost € 20-30 per person. If
you are part of a large group, it is usually the most convenient and profitable to
hire a private transfer. A taxi directly from the Faro airport will cost significantly
more than a private transfer.
Faro TAP Portugal TAP Portugal is the national airline of Portugal
Faro Avor buses Eva buses
Restaurants, bars and gastronomy in Alvor
There is a wide selection of restaurants in Alvor, which covers all styles of cuisine
and gastronomy. Among the restaurants available are Portuguese, English, Indian,
Chinese, Italian and Spanish. Eating out is noticeably cheaper than at home, and
evening food is an important part of Portuguese life, so meals tend to develop
slowly.

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