Lagos area
Algarve, Portugal
A historic port town known for dramatic cliffs, sea caves, and charming old town streets.
Places in Lagos area
- Lagos old town cafes Cafes throughout the historic port town, good for coffee before exploring the sea caves.
Practical notes for Algarve
- Best time to visit
- May to June and September to October offer warm, comfortable weather without peak-August coastal crowds.
- Getting around
- A car is the most practical way to explore the Algarve's scattered coastal towns and coves, though the region's main towns are connected by rail along the coast.
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Portuguese. English is very widely spoken.
- Timezone
- WET (UTC+0, UTC+1 in summer)
- Current trends
- Restaurants are increasingly building menus around terrain-themed tasting experiences, with chefs like those at Al Quimia showcasing the Algarve's varied micro-landscapes through sustainable, locally sourced ingredients.
Other neighborhoods in Algarve
- Albufeira area — A lively coastal town with beaches, resorts, and a well-developed dining and nightlife scene.
- Vilamoura area — An upscale marina district known for fine dining and luxury resort hotels.
Read the full Algarve guide