2 Days in Lagos, Portugal

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Discover the beauty of Lagos, Portugal, in this 48-hour travel itinerary! Enjoy stunning beaches, explore the historic center, indulge in delicious seafood, and take a boat tour to the world famous caves. Remember to bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes for walking, and a camera to capture the breathtaking views Lagos has to offer! Save this guide to add this destination to your travel bucketlist 📝

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Where to stay:

Tivoli Lagos Algarve Resort

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This hotel was perfect for our stay in Lagos. The team was very accommodating and response via booking on booking.com. INCLUDED: Breakfast was included in our stay - buffet style. Hotel has a pool on site, as well their private beach club facility that also has a pool (with a bus transfer to get there). The hotel has small bar to spend some downtime. There is also a gym and a few other amenities. PARKING: They also have parking available if you are driving. LOCATION: Close walk to the Old Town Centre and the Marina. About a 10-15minute walk to the beach. ROOMS: Slightly older style but had everything we needed - small fridge and working aircon.

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Day 1

Breakfast is included with the above hotel booking. Expect a Breakfast buffet with a huge variety of options from hearty cooked to fresh fruits. Starts at 07:30am.

Book a speedboat tour:

Benagil Caves Tours

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Explore the Benagil Sea Caves (one of the most famous caves in the world) on a guided speedboat tour. You’ll cruise along the Algarve Coastline, go inside some of the caves and spot gorgeous beaches! Either book online or head to the vendors stores at the Marina. Takes about 2 hours all up. We used Get your Guide to book!

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Head to the Hotel’s Private Beach Club:

Duna Beach

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Head to the Hotel’s private beach club via the organised bus transfer. At the beach club you can swim in the luxury pool before grabbing some drinks and lunch at the Duna Beach Club - we ordered the squid and steak sandwich which were a little pricey but we actually enjoyed the meal. You can then order more drinks from the bar to be taken down to the beach! Hire beach chairs for the day for some shade (€9 for 2 people). Head back to hotel via the same bus transfer. The hotel will provide you with the bus times.

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Stop at this wine bar:

Travia - Natural Wines & Food

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Head into the old city centre for a drink at this gorgeous natural wine bar to sample a few of their selections. Was very easy for us to walk-in as we arrived before the dinner rush time.

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After walking around the Old Town centre:

Casa do Prego

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Grab some dinner at Casa do Prego which is such a cool vibe with delightful tapas style meals and a bar serving up some great cocktails!

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Final stop for dessert:

GeIícia - Italian Gelato - Lagos

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At this Italian gelato that you’ll find with a line outside the store (that’s how you know it’s good). Luckily they make quick work of the line 🙌 Lots of unique flavours to choose from!

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Walk home with your gelato at Sunset with this beautiful view back to the hotel:

Day 2

Breakfast included

Coastline sightseeing walk:

Praia do Canavial

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Put on your good walking shoes and bring your swimming gear in a backpack. Catch a bus to Praia do Canavial and walk along the boardwalk on the cliffs for stunning views!

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Ponta da Piedade

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Keep walking along the cliff boardwalk to reach the point - there are areas where you can safely (obviously please use common sense) get off the boardwalk to get a better look at the cliffs

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Swim time 🏖️:

Praia do Camilo

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Take a swim at Praia do Camilo which is accessible via steep wooden stairs. Although there are a ton of coves to choose from so you can have a look what suites you best - the more easily accessible beaches are around Praia dos Estudantes 🏖️

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Lunch with a view:

Restaurante Camilo

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Have a small lunch at this restaurant with oceanfront views. Is alittle pricey as there’s not much else around in this area of the boardwalk

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Walk back along the cliff faces for more views - either finding another beach to swim or head back to the hotel to relax in the hotel pool 🏊‍♀️

Head into the old town for some drinks:

GUANABANA - TEQUILA BAR

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Find the quirky Tequila bar to quench your thirst after a big day of walking 🍸🍹

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Dinner: 🍴

A Petisqueira

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‌Make you’re way to dinner at this amazing seafood specialty restaurant located in the heart of the Old Town! Sit outside for the best atmosphere of everyone walking though the street or inside if you would prefer the quiet. We managed to walk-in but they do take bookings.

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Honourable mentions:

Where to Eat:

Nah Nah Bah

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Empanadas & Co.

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Accommodation suggestions:

Lagos Avenida Hotel

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This was the other hotel I had been looking at, unfortunately it was not available on the dates we wanted (for our price range). But looked really nice from the exterior when we walked past and really good location on the marina with views across from the rooftop pool.

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