Nice but starting to look tatty

Marina with plenty of boats. You have to be membership to go come closer to yahts.

Nice place to walk after dinner, the boats scenic, hotels and restaurants/bars gives a sophisticated feeling.

We have been to Portugal a few times but never to the Marina in Vilamoura. A stunning Marina with boats only the super rich can afford. A good selection of bars and restaurants at reasonable prices.

Great place for holidays who loves SUN,BEACH & FUN must come to experience one the best taste of Algarve;Portugal:) Recommended strongly…

Loved the marina! It is a beautiful place to walk round, lots of restaurants, bars and shopping too. Walked right round to the beach as well which is beside the marina.

Beautiful, loads of nice hotels and restaurants/bars in the area.

Stunning marina with plenty of places to eat and drink on various budgets. Plenty of yachts there to see how the other half live.

Beautiful setting at all times of the day. Plenty of walking with fabulous scenery, shops, bars and restaurants along the Marina so you can continue to enjoy the views. Very clean, just a lovely place to visit.

A gorgeous place to spend a few hours at. Very clean with plenty of bars, restaurants, shops. Large boats and some fancy cars if you're lucky. The beach also isn't too far away to walk to either.

Lovely marina wigh amazing yachts in. Hit on lucky with our visit as there was a yacht exhibition in, so nice to see all the different yachts you could buy. Loads of restaurants and pubs situated all the way along the marina, which are all reasonable priced. Good place to spend a couple of hours walking around taking in the views

Beautiful architecture. The building is a must see. The market is worth a visit. We were there in January and not all vendors were open. But you can tell that the locals shop here. Butcher shop, fresh fish, organic, beautiful vegetables. Be prepared to pay with cash as most vendors do not take credit cards. Luckily, the wine shop accepted credit cards. I can’t wait to try the wine bottles they recommended!

Great place to visit, especially at Christmas time when it is aglow with lights. Would definitely recommend.

We had been told that the Saturday Market at Loulé was the best in Algarve, and we got there in mid morning when the market was in full swing. The hall is huge with all the stands and stuff one would expect, from trinkets and cakes to fish and meat. It was busy and difficult to find a seat to have a drink and a rest, but once the custard pies and coffee was obtained, we sat inside the hall enjoying the scenery and busyness of the market. Shoppers were mostly local, but there were also a good number of foreign visitors like ourselves, even though this was not in the tourist season. Also outside there were stands offering artwork, embroidery and much more.

Loved eating inside some sea food tapas. The place has a great architecture and it is a great spot to have a relaxed light meal.

Lovely market in the center of Loule with beautiful, fresh produce (fruits, vegetables, seafood, and local products) at reasonable prices. I came here for their Saturday market and it was mostly locals… what a great experience!

Came here 20 years ago and although it is has become much more touristy it's still a great Saturday day trip experience. Food stalls are fewer now but still lots to look at both in the market and streets surrounding. The newer food stalls in the centre of the actual market serve really delicious food....although a bit of a battle to find a free table. Parking can be found away from the centre for an enjoyable walk through the local streets to/from the busy area. Recommended!

A lot of shops are located in this large historical building that is architecturally well designed and conveys a comfortable atmosphere. It is a market place where You find a great variety of shops and will not leave hungry.

It is a great starting place for shopping and touring Loule. The fishmarket, produce, and Portuguese Products are all interesting.

This market is just amazing, you get all kinds of amazing fresh produce, seafood, meats, traditional regional goods and even coffee & snacks. Produce is usually picked the day before and brought to market the next day. We purchased the freshest mushrooms I have ever had, cheese and bread right out of the oven. The seafood selection is bar none, maybe a little pricier than the supermarket, but it's definitely fresher and not frozen. You can but squid, tiger prawns, lobster, grouper, snapper. Regional goods like honey, liquers, olives and cheese amongst others . It's my favorite place in Loulé because the whole town gathers here and everybody comes out to purchase local. It's wonderful.

This is a great little market! Better on Saturday as there appears to be more vendors there selling produce etc. Don't be fooled by the "Flea Market". On Saturday. It's folks selling their very hard used goods and used clothing, but if that is what you are into.. Twice we purchased fresh fish here for the BBQ. Very good and very fresh! Very nice folks at the fish counter. Very helpful,fish cleaned, gutted and descaled while you wait! I will miss all of the fresh seafood here! Outstanding!

Fantastic Portuguese fare under a roof and on the circumference. Largest pomegranate I ever laid eyes on. Super fish. Knowledgeable seller's who are more than happy to support you in getting what you want. Lovely spot for a bite to eat too.

Lovely place, some great little cafe shops and good fruit marjet stalls, a great indoor fish and local produce market. Worth visiting. Also got to see fabio dias singing in the market hall. He was very good 👍

A gem. It does not appear to noted in tourist information but please visit. Go with a totally open mind, outside is nothing special, the entry hall has some interesting tiling, but please pay the 2€ entry fee for a truly jaw dropping experience. I took some friends there 4 days after my first visit, and will go back again.

Church with great historical and architectural value. The church of São Lourenço is one of the few examples of "Arte Total", a category deserved to churches in which azulejo mosaics cover the whole interior. A must visit for sure.

Amazing church with tiles, very beautiful. Really worth to visit!!! 2 euros ticket. The church was closed from 6 to 20 Dec because the person who opens it was on holidays. There was a sign at the entrance. But it is opened regularly from today 21st Dec.

nice little church. interesting walk on the point of Portugal

Igreja de São Lourenço, a secluded architectural marvel, exemplifies human creativity intertwined with mysterious cosmic facts. This church is celebrated for its masterful use of ancient watercolor techniques transfered on tiles, employing multiple layers of wash and the sophisticated 'Lost and found edges' painting style. The tiles spectacularly showcase trompe-l'œil effects, especially prominent in the church's barrel vault, creating illusions that challenge perceptions of depth and reality. Academic research facilitated by the university's Department of Exoarchaeology of Coimbra sugest that Igreja de São Lourenço was once a pivotal meeting point for an intergalactic council. These extraordinary claims are bolstered by restricted academic papers and secretive reports that hint at the discovery of non-human fossilized remains nearby, allegedly concealed by the enigmatic Milky Way Civilizations Society. The blend of advanced artistic techniques and extraterrestrial connections makes Igreja de São Lourenço more than just a place of worship; it is a gateway to extraterrestial life. Its unique aesthetic and historical exclusivity attract a diverse audience including scholars and art aficionados, making it a continuous subject of study and admiration in academic circles. Igreja de São Lourenço’s intricate designs and cosmic remails create a rare amalgamation of human artistry and the unknown, offering an unparalleled experience that captivates and mystifies visitors. It stands as a beacon of beauty and mystery, maintaining its status as one of the most intriguing and beautiful religious sites of Portugal

A beautiful church to visit this Easter holiday

Extraordinary chuch fully tiled. Definatelly worth seeing

Entry fee 2€ per adult... for children entry is free. Famous for gold work and blue-white tiles work! Quiet place.

Nice location, pretty outside, overwhelming inside...

Stunning little church in the middle of nowhere. Tiled from top to bottom and gold gilted. Worth the €2 donation fee to sit in it's splendour

Beautiful architecture. Paid 2 euros and photo allowed in order to preserve it. You can always Google it the pictures if you need it! Only accessible by car or bike!

In January 2024 the church is open with the following schedule. We paid 2 euros to enter, very beautiful, worth the stop

Smallish church not near anything. The inside is very beautiful blue and white painted tile, but they are *very* strict about taking no pictures at all inside and that was a major bummer for me. I think taking pictures is a great way to share the beauty with people who are unable to take the trip themselves. There is €2 admission fee for entry. There is no restroom or giftshop or explanations of the art or anything like that. The woman taking the fee was brusque and just because there are SO many gorgeous churches in Portugal, I wouldn't make a special trip to go here if you had to make a choice. If you're in the area, pop in and sit for a bit.

Some individuals are allowed to take photos, while others are not. The rules vary depending on the person. This is because there are quite recent and well-captured photos circulating on the internet. The individual in charge of ticket collection was impolite and arrogant simply because they saw me holding my phone and were afraid I might be recording. They even went so far as to threaten me, claiming that there were cameras capturing my every move. How rude! To make matters worse, they followed me outside when I left. It creates an atmosphere of paranoia! The moment I entered, they were already shouting at me, without a "good morning" or "good afternoon." Naturally, I greeted them politely and assured them that I had no intention of filming or taking photos. However, they continued to complain. It appears that they are concerned about the church's privacy but not about the privacy of its visitors (as visitors are being recorded). It immediately became clear to me that this was not a monument owned by the Portuguese state. A sense of paranoia and persecution lingers in the air. Thankfully, there is another person present who monitors individuals (and they are friendlier and more relaxed). It feels as if they believe they are doing us a favor, but in return, we feel constantly watched (and filmed!). The level of arrogance and self-importance is astounding. They believe they have the most exceptional monument in the world. The church, although small, features exquisite tilework and gilded woodwork, but it is not one-of-a-kind. There are other similar churches scattered throughout the country. Despite paying to enter (as it is not a state-owned monument), there is no accompanying explanation provided. I sincerely hope that the Catholic Church, at the very least, has the decency to utilize the funds for the betterment of the community. Considering the church's fame and its status as a tourist attraction and money-making machine.

Gorgeous church absolutely worth’s visit. It costs €2 to get in and no pictures are allowed inside. But worth it to just be inside such a beautiful space if even a bit out of the way. Totally recommended!

Beautiful church! Just a pity you're not allowed to take pics inside...

Amazing track. After 3 sessions the difference between karts was highly noticeable. Brakes fully failed on my first run so I had to run it into the barriers to try stop. No track times available. Loved it - but karts need maintenance if you are competitive. Great fun

Great and the staff are friendly and helpful. We done the 200cc and the 400cc and we prefer the 200cc as more fun as not as hard to corner fast in them without spinning off.

Not that cheap for karting but not outrageously expensive. Staff were fine for us, I can understand why others would find them safety negligent if young kids are involved. KEY ADVICE: go for the more powerful karts, both engines are fun but you won't regret the 390cc

Excellent buggy experience. Was provided a gyro camera holder and cold water bottles for all. We booked the 4 seater buggy which was very fun to drive. Would definitely recommend this place to others!!

Had a booking turned up 15 minutes late because of strike. Instead of taking 15 off the time just completely wrote it off. To be told we missed out booking. And now fully booked. But we pay again to have a go. Seems like a scam. As the picture below is the booking we would impact due to us being late.

Reduced offer through covid although didn't affect us as mainly younger rides impaired. No buggy tours on offer so check what they do before you travel on spec . Good track .. all though I'm too old for karting now . Bit expensive all thoughive been told they've reduced prices they do offer packages .

Great track, location and set up. Main issue is no times and the karts are extremely different. First 390cc kart wasn't that fast but handled fine. The second 390cc kart was much faster but had 0 brakes 😂. If they improved the karts and added some basic times this place would be 10/10!

Each race lasts 10 mins. If you’re worried about lice, nits or other hair mites they will give you a hair net and a helmet to wear. I recommend you get a 200cc kart to get into it then move up to 390cc. You can’t just bowl up without tickets. You get tickets from the bar.

The venue at the time of our visit wasn't busy so we the track to ourselves. The minimum age is 6 and the karts are petrol types. The kids track is small but good value for 10 mins of fun.

Had the sons birthday party here and often go after school. Its a great place with free entrance, just pay as you play. Great karting tracks for all ages. Bungee jumping, boats, safari treking and cafe/bar with reasonable prices. Reccommended

Great leisure centre ideal for groups, families to have a good time. Offering a super go-kart track,but also the possibility of quad biking with a super lap. I highly recommend these activities, thank you to the whole team, I will come back ! #B4YOUDISCOVERY

My fiancée and I went for an off road buggy tour, it’s was absolutely brilliant, the guides were great, professional and friendly. Lasted the full 90 minutes with a short break half way through. Highly recommended

Love this place - it’s so good! Highly recommend. Brilliantly run, karts are awesome - quickest karts I have ever seen in a holiday type destination. Also have a Junior Kart section that my 9 year old went on, and they were just perfect.

This Castle Museum is well worth a visit. It is modest in size but contains a few interesting exhibits indoors. But the more attractive aspect is the castle towers. One can climb up to the top of the two towers, which are not very tall, but offer nice views of the town of Loulé and give a good impression of the how the historic castle or fort was built. One notable item in the inside exhibition was some bones said to date back 227 million years, belong to a creature which is not known anywhere else in the world.

Small but charming. Train station not close,, bus station walking distance. But if you are pressed for time, please do yourself a favor and go to Castelo de Silves instead.

We came on a rainy/windy day but the sun still showed through! Less than €2 a person to visit both the castle and museum.

Stunning been before nearly 30 year ago not alot changed still beautiful

Attractve exhibition and interesting walk on the city walls and towers with some nice views

Quite and relaxed walk, excellent food

If you are traveling in the Algarve region, a must stop. Market and castle! Great spot!

Lovely experience at the castle. Incredibly cheap for the time we spent there, at just over a euro each. Would only advise against going here if you are bad with stairs as there are some really steep parts that could be deemed dangerous.

Visiting here is free! The garden in this castle ruins are beautiful and well kept even after peak summer, its a must visit if you are in the area. The castle has very steep steps if you are hoping to climb to the top you will be rewarded with views over the town and next to the church which chimes every half hour. Go down to the river after and cross the bridge to find a nice outdoor seating area to the left side of the bridge for some refreshing drinks next to the river bank

Wonderful views over the city. Expect long ques especially later in the morning. The views are far better than the castle. So you are paying around 13 Euro's for a view.

An archeology museum inside thr forecourt and steps uto the library and kitchen, also entrance onto the battlements. Only €1.62 entrance fee

Beautiful Castle and town. Great market. Fresh everything. What's not to like.

Not really a lot to see! We were not there any longer than half an hour. Nice views from the top and friendly staff but in comparison to the National Trust or Heritage England type places in the UK this just felt a bit lacking. Great to preserve history obviously though.

It was a really lovely little castle and we got a little prehistoric ceramic as a souvenir. Tickets are cheap. It's a lovely way to spend 30 to 40 mins . The turrets have a great view of the city

Nice castle with a good view, very cheap so it's worth it. Some information boards around and some historical effects. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the city anyway

Loved Loule lovely Town with a Town Square with plenty seating all around very clean public toilets and lovely pedestrianised quaint streets. Some lovely architecture around the town and a great market with lots of stalls.

Beautiful castle and much older artifacts to see. Almost free the charge is only a few euros for a family. Doesn't take long to view it and take it all in but definitely a worthy little stop!

This is a lovely resort, located in Vale De Lobo, open to those who want to be a part of the luxurious community. They have a beautiful golf course, you can rent clubs and they have golf carts "buggies" available. The ambiance is lovely. They have hookahs available, a full bar, food and drinks. I tried the hot chocolate with almond milk, which tasted good but needed more chocolate. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. The bar was relatively busy at the time.

Beautiful venue with polite staff. The club house was very relaxing and facilities were top notch.

An outstanding place to play golf. On the ocean view course I'd recommend an orientation pole on the top of the hills on the second 9. A good helpful tool for newcomers and improves safety in regards to straying balls. Highly recommended 🙋‍♂️🇳🇱🏌️‍♂️🇩🇪

Great experience, highly recommended! Shuttle in the resort 24/7, very secure and quiet, tennis, golf, restaurants and parking. The beach was around 15-20 mins walking, 5 mins driving.

My review is based solely on the restaurant after a round of golf. Absolutely awful service. The lady in charge could not have been more useless and indifferent if she tried. Fine with select customers of which we weren’t one of them. Would not recommend unless you are the chosen ones

Staff thought I lost the 2nd key. I told them I only got 1 key. The man was rude and made me go back to my villa so I wasn’t able to warm up for golf like I arrived 45 minutes early to do. They found the key and weren’t even that sorry. Golf course pics are way better than the actual course. The greens were in poor condition and you never got to see the cliff you see online. It’s a nice course but I will go somewhere else next time.

We played at Ocean golf course Vale Do Lobo. Not only was the golf course in superb condition the views while we were playing where spectacular. My playing partners got a bit annoyed as I kept taking photographs. We were keeping up with the golfers in front so I was not to worried. We are booking another golf holiday to Portugal next year and this golf course is definitely on the list.

Excellent service and well-priced. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to experience the Algarve to the full. There's lots to do, including golf, tennis and even an excellent grand piano in the spikes lounge (for those who enjoy playing). I will be sure to stay here again when I’m next in the Algarve.

My review is if the golf course / club, not of any associated accommodation. Recently back from a trip to Portugal where I played numerous courses between Faro and Lagos. Last minute decision to play the Royal Course at VdL and it was the best of a great bunch. Things I thought were great about it: 1. The staff in the bar and restaurant, the ‘Spike Bar’ were so happy, friendly and helpful. 2. The course is insanely good. I’ve played quality golf courses across the continents, and this was genuinely one of my favourites. So many great holes, including the 16th which is in the top 5 holes I’ve ever played. 3. Incredible value at €60 for a ‘sunset’ round including buggy. Which did mean that we played 17 and 18 in the dark, but who cares! We got to play 1-16 in the light for an obscenely small amount of money. 4. Bang for buck, the food was the best we had, having had 7 lunches at 7 courses. I loved this place so much, that I genuinely considered whether I should move my Mediterranean base there. Had a look at property prices when I got back to the clubhouse though, and realised that the sale of my vast frontline 5 bed / 5 bath on one of Southern Spain’s best courses, would allow me to buy a 3 bed fixer upper apartment on VdL. So I’m not moving there! But I’ll be back to play the Ocean, and the Royal with my kids soon. Well done to the management, for providing a great golf and F&B experience 👍😘🇵🇹

Accommodation is a little tired.. Could do with an update. Golf centre and restaurant Exeter great but lacking decent practice facilities

One of my favourite places in Algarve, especially the beach & fabulous villas! Just drive around and enjoy the scenery and stop moaning.

Good, but courses too severe, particularly the greens on the Ocean course. The sand on the Royal course is unfair.

Stayed on the estate a few times but never the hotel decided to try it this year, really nice, staff very pleasant and helpful breakfast was excellent something for everyone, dining in the restaurant in the evening was also a joy, pool was enjoyed by many and an excellent size for the morning keep fit swimmers, plenty sunbeds for the sun worshiping, has a tennis court though I never saw it in use maybe to early in the season. Had a golf course viewing room so sun in the morning shade in the evening classic room, so not one of the refurbished rooms but fine for me, overall I enjoyed my stay and would hope to return in the future as the location is excellent . 😎

Played a round of golf and every staff member we came across was extremely rude and unhelpful. I get the impression that if you’re not a member, but a paying guest - they’ll treat you like dirt. At one point one of the cart people called Bruno wouldn’t give us any ice, once we got our own he started shouting at us! There are plenty of great courses to go to in the area, I strongly recommend avoiding this club. Don’t know about the hotel, but if the staff are similar it’s worth avoiding My dad also became ill so told the club he was unable to play. They have not refunded him despite providing a signed doctors note.

I hadn't seen to Vale do Lobo since they enlarged Sandbanks and replaced the wonderful Papagallo with a very odd restaurant called "Well". A Caesar salad was €28. No more gazpacho. Mostly sushi. They have also removed the best newsagent I often frequented. Sandbanks did offer a Caesar with chicken (and ham) for €16 but it was mostly arugula. I didn't finish it. The service was wonderful and efficient considering the masses of tourists they have to put up with. It has the feeling of being on a giant cruise ship.