Are you in Carvoeiro for a holiday and not sure of what to do to make your stay memorable? Then it would be best if you considered going on a day trip. Yes, a day trip can add colors to your day rather than being locked up in your hotel room or roaming the sandy beaches.
There are lots of exciting places you can explore around Portugal’s Algarve coast, and they are all an hour’s drive from Carvoeiro. Here are some of them:
Ferragudo
Ferragudo is in the north-west of Carvoeiro, about a 15-minute drive. Take a trip and enjoy the cliff top views and winding roads.
When you arrive at the fishing village of Ferragudo, chose the best meals from their numerous restaurants. If you’re up for some delicious seafood, this villa won’t disappoint. Here you can enjoy some barbecued fresh fish or prawns in any of their restaurants. You can also visit the famous beach Praia Grande and enjoy the fresh air.
Portimao
You can also go to Portimao, which is about a 20-minute drive from Carvoeiro. It is a vast town, one of the biggest in Algarve. If you decided to stay in a self-catering villa for your holiday, you could buy some fresh groceries from the market found in Avenida Sao Joao de Deus. You can get fruits and vegetables, and of course, fresh fish. You can also find some cake and pastries to use as snacks or desserts.
Loule
Another place you can get groceries and all the fresh produce you need throughout your stay is Loule. It’s a 35-minute drive from Carvoeiro. You can get all you need from its market in Praca da Republica.
It’s best to visit there on a Saturday morning to beat the rush and ensure you get everything you need before the market becomes overcrowded. Here, you can buy anything you need from the smoked sausages to pots of honey, fig cheese, garlic, etc.
You can visit the Art Catto Gallery to see some modern art. There are also other historical landmarks at Loule you can visit and take beautiful pictures.
Guadiana River
Want to see something natural and breathtaking, take a trip to the Guadiana river and enjoy the magnificent view from the river banks.
Fonte Benemola
If you’re interested in wildlife and all things natural, you might want to take a trip to Fonte Benemola to see the reservoir designed to protect their wildlife. You can also have a stop at the Menalva stream, and enjoy the waterfall view amidst the tranquil environment.
Fonte Alte
If you’re still interested in being in a natural environment, you can take a trip to Alte village to enjoy the view of its natural spring. The clear water and shady areas will give you the best feeling in the world. If you have your holiday during the summer, then you will be glad you visited Alte. You can walk or cycle around the village without feeling the scorching heat of the outside world.