Location: Olhos de Agua in Portugal
Nearest Airport:
Faro at 30
Kilometres
Nearest Beach:
beach at 500
Metres
Car: not necessary
There are several beaches within walking distance, Maria Luisa and Olhos d’Agua being the nearest approximately 10 minutes walk. Each having a fish restaurant and bar, and during the peak periods various water sports are available. Praia da Falesia (5 minute drive) runs between Olhos d’Agua and Vilamoura - this is a beautiful long beach dropped by the red sandstone cliffs and is un-crowded even during the summer period. Praia da Oura in Albufeira is within easy reach and offers a diving centre.
The majority of attractions are within a 20 minute drive, including Slide and Splash, Aqualand, Zoomarine, and many more. Also available are excursions to local markets and other places of interest i.e. to Seville and Lisbon.
Other attractions include, famous golf courses close by i.e. Salgados (15 mins), Sheraton Pine Cliffs 9 hole ( 5 mins), Balaia - 9 hole (5 mins), Vilamoura (Various) (10 mins).
Albufeira’ with its whitewashed houses lining the narrow streets is 5 kms from the apt.