General activities:
A 300 meter walk leads you to the incredible 6km white sandy beach of Meia Praia from where you can experience a variety of watersports or simply while away the hours at a beach café. There is a windsurf center on the beach and visitors can book many other activities at the Marina, including diving, water skiing, big game fishing and boat
trips around the spectacular coastline – a must do.
The town center is a 10 minute walk away. Restaurants and cafes are all within easy reach. There is a daily fresh fish market in the town and a local market near the bus station. There is a big flea market on first Saturday of each month. In summer there are open-air concerts. There is lots of sightseeing to do in Lagos and in Algarve -you will be spoilt for choice. For the young at heart there are many discos and pubs. Or while away the time at one of the many pavement cafés drinking Portugal’s excellent beer wine and coffee. Take a drive and see the beautiful and rugged west coast.
Golf:
There are many well-known golf courses in the Lagos area. Palmares course is less than 5 minutes drive away, an 18-hole par 72 that perfectly combines fantastic coast and mountain scenery. To the west:
Boa Vista, 10 min (18 hole par 71) and Parque de Floresta (18 hole par 72) golf courses are 20 minutes drive. To the east, there are more golf courses: Penina (18 hole par 73), Alto and Morgado –all around 20 minutes drive.
If you intend to play golf it would be advisable to pre-book with the golfclubs via the internet - you can get discounts.
Walks:
Beautiful scenic walks along the spectacular Algarve coast with beautiful sandy beaches, high cliffs, ample bird watching opportunities.
