Armação de Pêra

Travel Guide
Salgados Beach which includes a sandy beach, waves and a city
Armacao de Pera is one of the most popular summer holiday spots in the Algarve, thanks to its high quality hotels, long and pristine white beaches and traditional fishing community and restaurants that provide incredible seafood.

The old part of the city is a particularly popular attraction with its charming narrow streets and well preserved traditional fisherman's houses. The adjacent beachfront area is another popular spot, for tourists and locals alike.

Landmarks

Overlooking the sea from atop a hill is the imposing Armacao de Pera Fort, build in the 16th Century to defend local fishermen from pirates. Today it offers visitors impressive views over the sapphire blue waters. Inside you will find the Santo Antonio Chapel (or Chapel of the Protector of Fishermen), which was added around 1720 to offer perhaps a more spiritual shield to the fishing trade that operated out of these waters.

The parish church, Igreja de São Francisco de Pêra, was built in the 18th Century. With its beautiful baroque altarpiece and original figurative tiles depicting the four evangelists, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, this has to be one of the location’s best photo op spots.

Armacao de Pera is also home to the annual International Sand Sculpture Festival (FIESA). Since its inception in 2003 it’s had a different theme each year. The largest sand sculpture event in the world, it’s held between May and October and attracts some of the world’s top sand sculptors who come together to give form to over thirty-five thousand tons of sand. Adults and children can also participate in this form of artistic expression. At night, the sculptures are lit up and act as a backdrop for shows and performances, creating an amazing ambience.

Beaches

Armação de Pera has some of the busiest beaches of the Algarve, lined with delectable cafes, top notch restaurants, and boutique, big brand shops. Be sure to check out the fresh fish market at Pescadores Beach. Beijinhos Beach, with its lush green area is home to local seabirds perfect for nature lovers. Please note that Beijinhos is only accessible only by foot during low tide or from the clifftops.

Praia do Vale do Olival is one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, sitting between exquisite rocks formations carved by centuries of erosion. Take the trail through the surrounding cliffs that connects it with Beijinhos Beach.

Activities

Explore the caves in a traditional fishing boat or take a cruise along the coastline and discover the stunning rock formations and beaches as you go. Boats depart every day from the Pescadores Beach.

Food and Drinks

The village has a network of little streets with a variety of shops, cafés, bars, and numerous sea-front, beachside restaurants. The main dish served here is grilled fresh fish and seafood.

Vila Galé Náutico
Vila Galé Náutico
4 out of 5
Vale do Olival, Silves, Armacao de Pera
The price is P5,921 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
P5,921
P6,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Silves. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Salgados Beach and Marinha Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (96 reviews)
"We stay in a hotel for four nights, very clean very quiet the area around is beautiful easy walk I would recommend this very well to everybody to come down and enjoy this beautiful areawith"

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2024

Vila Galé Náutico
Marsuites B&B
Marsuites B&B
3 out of 5
Beco da Fábrica, Silves
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Silves. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay!"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2024

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Apartamentos Lindomar
Apartamentos Lindomar
3 out of 5
Rua D Joao II, Armacao de Pera, Silves, Algarve
The price is P3,589 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
P3,589
P3,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Silves. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Salgados Beach and Marinha ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (39 reviews)
Truely excellent hotel
"Such a warm welcome, great hotel in an amazing location. The room was a little small for our tastes, but nothing that would diminish the enjoyment of our stay. The full breakfast was lovely touch and I can’t overstate how accommodating the staff were. They really made the stay a luxury."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

Apartamentos Lindomar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamentos Lindomar
Apartamentos Lindomar
3 out of 5
Rua D Joao II, Armacao de Pera, Silves, Algarve
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Silves. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Salgados Beach and Marinha ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (39 reviews)
Truely excellent hotel
"Such a warm welcome, great hotel in an amazing location. The room was a little small for our tastes, but nothing that would diminish the enjoyment of our stay. The full breakfast was lovely touch and I can’t overstate how accommodating the staff were. They really made the stay a luxury."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

Apartamentos Lindomar
Armação Beach Residences
Armação Beach Residences
3 out of 5
R. Dr. Manuel Arriaga 88, Silves, Faro
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Silves. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
"It was very close to the beach. 5 minutes walk. Older property but very clean and well kept. We had a minor issue and the property manager responded very quickly. Parking was very close and free. Bathroom well equipped. Beds were ok. Kitchen could use a few more utensils for cooking. The ground floor ..."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

Armação Beach Residences
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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