Located in the vastly popular Algarve region of southern Portugal, Vilamoura is a unique travel destination. Vilamoura was planned from start to finish as a complete community and is the largest single tourist complex in Europe. With their own restaurants, recreational activities, nightlife and more, everything you could want is located within Vilamoura.
Vilamoura encapsulates a perfect blending of old meets new. Steeped in the kind of old-world tradition that Portugal is famous for, Vilamoura seamlessly combines modern amenities without losing the feeling of stepping back in time. The architecture of the buildings was designed to be traditionally Portuguese while the interiors are modern. In this way, the accommodations on site can be both luxurious with traditional charm.
This area of the Algarve region is rife with activities. Golf, in particular, is especially popular, and Vilamoura is very close to five golf courses of world-class caliber. If golf is not your sport, there are also facilities for lawn bowling, equestrian sports, shooting and more. That doesn’t even take into consideration the wealth of available water sports including fishing, surfing, snorkeling and more.
Vilamoura also offers a variety of less active pastimes like the onsite casino as well as shopping, a plethora of gourmet restaurants and various venues to entertain you well into the hours of the early morning.
The marina in Vilamoura is a focal point of the area. Many choose to spend the early evening strolling the length of the boardwalk watching the boats, or lace up some rollerblades for a more active tour. The marina has a capacity of over 1000 boats, and is a luxurious facility that is surrounded by waterfront cafes, restaurants and bars.
The beaches in Vilamoura are particularly stunning. Long sandy shorelines meander gracefully down to perfectly clear and calm turquoise waters. With a variety of beaches to choose from, the visitor can elect to sunbathe on a populated beach or on one less busy. The beaches have a variety of facilities which can include lifeguards, sun loungers, changing rooms, and more. Some of the beaches have even been awarded the European Blue Rig award for beach cleanliness and stellar customer service.
The Cerro da Vila Museum and Archaeological Site is a museum that celebrates the thousands of years of history of the area. From the Romans to the Moors and more, the area that Vilamoura sits on has been inhabited for millennium and this museum offers an insightful look into the past.
Vilamoura remains one of Portugal’s most popular vacation destinations due to the fact that it is distinctly Portuguese while still being modern and conveniently located. This master planned resort area caters to all budgets and anticipates every need of each visitor. Discover all that Vilamoura has to offer; surround yourself in luxury and world class service while still experiencing traditional Portugal.