Guidebook for São Bartolomeu de Messines
Sightseeing
Moorish castle to walk around. Small, typically Portuguese houses on narrow streets up to the castle.
279 locals recommend
Silves
Moorish castle to walk around. Small, typically Portuguese houses on narrow streets up to the castle.
Faro
Old town is interesting or go shopping in the newer part.
Small but interesting. The spa originated in Roman times and is still working as a spa today.
52 locals recommend
Caldas de Monchique
Small but interesting. The spa originated in Roman times and is still working as a spa today.
Parks & Nature
Wonderful animal displays. Learn about the conservation work of Zoomarine. Great day out for all ages. Full day - take a picnic and swimming these so you can enjoy the pool areas between the activities.
792 locals recommend
Zoomarine Algarve
KM 65 N125Wonderful animal displays. Learn about the conservation work of Zoomarine. Great day out for all ages. Full day - take a picnic and swimming these so you can enjoy the pool areas between the activities.
Shopping
Great place to mosey around when you want a break from the beach or pool. Also have a cinema.
606 locals recommend
Algarve Shopping
Great place to mosey around when you want a break from the beach or pool. Also have a cinema.
Entertainment & Activities
Different display every year. Not huge but interesting and on the way to the beaches.
99 locals recommend
Fiesa sand city
Different display every year. Not huge but interesting and on the way to the beaches.
One of the longest beaches on the Algarve. The town is mostly a pedestrian zone. Very family friendly and lively at night time too.
65 locals recommend
Armação de Pêra
One of the longest beaches on the Algarve. The town is mostly a pedestrian zone. Very family friendly and lively at night time too.
Drinks & Nightlife
Nice to visit the old town and beach in the day but very busy at night. Best for adults.
308 locals recommend
Albufeira
Nice to visit the old town and beach in the day but very busy at night. Best for adults.