Algarve

The Algarve is Portugal’s famous southern coastal region, known for golden beaches, dramatic cliffs, sea caves, golf resorts, fishing towns, seafood, and popular destinations such as Lagos, Albufeira, Faro, Tavira, Portimão, and Sagres.

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Sunrise over the limestone cliffs and arches of Praia da Marinha on Portugal’s Algarve coast

Best Places to Visit in the Algarve After Driving the Coast

After a road trip across Portugal’s Algarve, these are the places where I was glad I lingered, where I left too soon, and where I would not rush back.

Oct 25, 2026

Rental car parked above Algarve cliffs on a winding coastal road at sunset.

Algarve Road Trip: Lessons From Driving End to End

A practical, ground-level account of driving across Portugal’s Algarve, from rental desk to surf beaches, with real drive times, tolls and mistakes.

Oct 25, 2026