Food Scene
@ & Willem
D Av. Infante Dom HenriqueWe recommend the Pasta @Willem & Chicken with grilled vegetables dishes
Pézinhos na Areia
Urbanização Praia VerdeEverything on the menu is delicious
Seafood and a stunning view of the salt water lagoon and sand banks from the patio deck
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Fábrica do Costa
Rua de FábricaSeafood and a stunning view of the salt water lagoon and sand banks from the patio deck
Casa Azul
2 R. de Cacela VelhaEat fresh oysters, clams, fried shrimp while admiring the amazing views on the upper deck.
Shopping
Origens - Elsa Cristina Teixeira Cavaco
C R. Pedro Álvares CabralVery nice jewellery/bijuterie
Mercado Municipal de Monte Gordo
232 R. de Gonçalo VelhoLocal fresh produce, meat, and fish/seafood
Mercadona
6 Av. de la Constitucióngrocery shopping at reasonable prices in Spain
MEO Tavira - Gran-Plaza
247 R. Alm. Cândido dos ReisShopping Centre/Cinema
Many shops and restaurants along this mostly pedestrianized avenue (or in the side streets). Good deals can be found with bed linen, towels, etc.
Rua Doutor Teófilo Braga
Rua Doutor Teófilo BragaMany shops and restaurants along this mostly pedestrianized avenue (or in the side streets). Good deals can be found with bed linen, towels, etc.
Farmers/fishermen market: Fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, seafood and meat. Best to visit on a Saturday morning for a varied selection and also to witness the hustle and bustle.
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Mercado Municipal
B R. Prof. Egas MonizFarmers/fishermen market: Fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, seafood and meat. Best to visit on a Saturday morning for a varied selection and also to witness the hustle and bustle.
Parks & Nature
To observe wildlife, especially migratory birds
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I-Castro Marim ne-Vila Real de Santo António Marsh Natural Reserve
To observe wildlife, especially migratory birds
Scenic beach on a pine tree covered hill. Breathtaking views of the coastline/mountains from the top of the hill.
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Praia Verde
Scenic beach on a pine tree covered hill. Breathtaking views of the coastline/mountains from the top of the hill.
Beach Santo António
Vila Real de Santo AntónioBeautiful beach; expansive view of the bay
A different type of day SPA: relaxation/floating experiences in the salt pans and mineral mud body applications
Agua Mae
EN 122 Salina da BarquinhaA different type of day SPA: relaxation/floating experiences in the salt pans and mineral mud body applications
3 km of pine forest along the coast with hiking/cycling trails. If you are observant, you may be able to spot a chameleon. You can relax in the shade of the pines or have a picnic.
Mata Nacional das Dunas de Vila Real de Santo António
3 km of pine forest along the coast with hiking/cycling trails. If you are observant, you may be able to spot a chameleon. You can relax in the shade of the pines or have a picnic.
Beautiful beach and the quaint village of Cacela Velha as the backdrop
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Cacela Velha Beach
Rua de Cacela VelhaBeautiful beach and the quaint village of Cacela Velha as the backdrop
Essentials
Minipreço Market
1A R. Tristão Vaz TeixeiraIntermarché Monte Gordo
3 Av. Infante Dom HenriqueFarmacia Internacional
27 R. Pedro Álvares CabralPharmacy/drug store
SUPERMARKET SPAR - MONTE GORDO
2 R. Gil Eanessupermarket
Inter lava Lavandaria (Laundry/dry cleaning service)
Rua Tristão Vaz Teixeira 13B - R/C
Lavandaria Interlava
13 B R. Tristão Vaz TeixeiraInter lava Lavandaria (Laundry/dry cleaning service)
Rua Tristão Vaz Teixeira 13B - R/C
Drinks & Nightlife
Gambling, slot machines, etc. Live action music/dance shows
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Casino Monte Gordo
Gambling, slot machines, etc. Live action music/dance shows
POP CAFE BAR
2 Av. Infante Dom HenriqueNice place for lounging and having an expresso or cocktail.
Talismã
3 R. Pedro Álvares CabralCafé/bar
To lounge around and drink a cocktail at the end of the day while watching the spectacular sunset
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Guarita Terrace
Lote D Guarita do MarTo lounge around and drink a cocktail at the end of the day while watching the spectacular sunset
Sightseeing
Medieval caste on a hill with great view points of the town, river and saltwater lagoons.
Interesting medieval caste on a hill with great view points of the town, river and saltwater lagoons.
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Castelo de Castro Marim
3 Travessa do CasteloInteresting medieval caste on a hill with great view points of the town, river and saltwater lagoons.
Getting Around
Monte Gordo station
Train station
TurFortes
nº 2 Rua Bartolomeu PerestreloBike rentals
Europcar MONTEGORDO
Avenida Infante Dom HenriqueCar rentals
Epiauto-automóveis De Aluguer S/ Condutor Lda
Rua Diogo CãoCar rentals