Barranco de São Miguel
Olhao
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Popular places to visit

Olhao Harbour
While staying in Olhão you’ll most likely want to visit the nearby islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park, which is accessible by ferry from this harbor.

Olhao Municipal Market
Towering over the waterfront, this market is a symbol of Olhão's industriousness and agricultural traditions, which are depicted on tile paintings inside the buildings.
Parque Natural da Ria Formosa
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, a lovely green space in Olhao. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Praia da Armona-Ria
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Armona-Ria during your trip to Island Armona? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel during your travels in Moncarapacho e Fuseta. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Colina Verde Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Moncarapacho e Fuseta at Colina Verde Golf Course. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Things to do

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro

Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Top hotels in Barranco de São Miguel

AP Eva Senses
Staff were very helpful Great breakfast and because of an early morning checkout the hotel gave us some breakfast bags Location was good Only negative was some of the lifts were not working
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Occidental Faro
place is very accessible the main problema only is the heating in the room cannot adjust the heater and uts cold at night.. and since we are close in the main city we can hear the people talking and shouting on the road … but its nice place it just the heating and noise maybe because it weekends ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Absolutely beautiful hotel and spotless! The ladies (Jessica/Jennifer?) at the front desk were incredible and gave great recommendations for places to eat, how to get to different areas etc. would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Lovely property with very attentive staff.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Roots Hotel
Spacious room, well-appointed, pristine and clean. Great location. Highly recommended, would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG
Great hotel at a great location.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025


