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Olhão is a major port and the largest fishing port in the Algarve. It is full of character with Moorish-style houses, an influence from the commercial links with Africa. Map. Directions. Satellite. Photo Map.
- How to Get to Olhão, Portugal?
- What to See and Do in Olhão
- The Municipal Market – Olhão Mercado Municipal
- Caíque Bom Sucesso
- Our Lady of Rosary Church – Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora Do Rosário
- Municipal Museum of Olhão
- Parks and Street Art in Olhão
- Parque Natural Da Ria Formosa, Olhão
- Explore The Ria Formosa Natural Park on Your Own
- Is There A Beach in Olhão, Portugal? A Guide to Olhão’s Best Beaches!
Olhão is only 10 minutes from Faro by car on the N125. If you’re using public transport, Olhão is served regularly by bus from Faro. Unless you’re visiting from the coastal east Algarve, buses will usually originate in Faro to get to Olhão. The main services are operated by EVA, now under the brand of Vamus. Faro to Olhão (63), and Faro to Vila Rea...
Olhão has several main areas to explore, its waterfront and parks, its historic quarters and further out into the Ria Formosa. We’ll start with the historic waterfront that has several unique attractions!
In a prominent spot on Olhão’s waterfront is the large twin red brick buildings of Olhão’s Mercado Municipal. The municipal market is made up of two identical rectangular buildings. The eastern one is the fish market, while the western is the fruit and vegetable market. The first market in Olhãoactually dates back to 1866. Like many other markets d...
Behind the municipal market on a small pier you’ll find a replica of a boat called the Caíque Bom Sucesso. This type of boat is called a caíque and the name translates to Good Luck in Portuguese. The story of this boat? The original, a small vessel at 20m long and 5m wide would make the treacherous journey across the Atlantic from Olhão all the way...
Within a short walking distance from the municipal market you can find the main church of Olhão. Officially called the Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora do Rosário or Our Lady of the Rosary Church in English. It was built between 1698 and 1715, supposedly from the donations of local fisherman and their guild. The highlights on the inside are the roof ...
Across the street from the Olhão’s main church you will find the Municipal Museum of Olhao. It’s housed in the former Casa do Compromisso Marítimo. A building that dates from the 18th century and was initially meant to support fishermen. This museum has a small collection of archaeological materials and information about the history of Olhão spread...
Olhão has several large open spaces that form nice parks and places to rest or enjoy some open space. On either side of the market buildings are two of these parks. One is called Jardim Pescador Olhanense and the other one is called Jardim Patrão Joaquim Lopes. Although less parks and more just open spaces away from crowds they do have some nice fo...
The Ria Formosa is a lagoon systemthat stretches 60km along the coastline of the Algarve, approximately Faro all the way to Manta Rota. It’s a tidal lagoon system that’s made up of peninsular land, barrier islands, tidal inlets, beaches and wetland. It is home to a variety of wildlife and an important habitat for many migrating birds. Due to its un...
If you’re more of a self-guided person, then there are several other routes to experience the Ria Formosa without using the visitor centre above. A short walk to the west of the market buildings will lead you to a small area of the lagoon. It’s popular with dog walkers and runners and gets you upfront to several abandoned saltpans and behind them s...
Unfortunately, there is not a beach directly in Olhão. However there are several beaches within walking, driving or even a ferry ride away. Some of these beaches are actually regarded as some of the most beautiful in the Algarve. We’ll start with the closest, Praia dos Cavacos. The area around these beaches is typically beautiful as they are all pa...
Tourist guide to the town of Olhão in Algarve, Portugal, including how to get there, the must-see attractions and where to stay.
Olhão, nestled in the heart of the Algarve, is a town that beautifully captures the essence of the region’s maritime heritage. Dominated by its bustling fish market, which is best visited on Saturdays, the town is a testament to the Algarve’s deep-rooted fishing traditions.
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Discover Olhão, Portugal in 2024: A comprehensive tourism guide to the authentic fishing town in the Algarve. Explore the charming waterfront, traditional fishermen’s quarters, and beautiful beaches of Ilha da Armona and Ilha da Culatra.
