Visit Tavira

Tavira is definitely one of the most picturesque and unspoilt towns in the Algarve. So far, it has escaped the mass building of apartments that now plague other places. But, unless you have a car, I'd recommend staying in the centre! Local transport is not very convenient, though trains to other towns are good. There's lots going on, though perhaps more geared towards adults than youngsters! Plenty of restaurants and cafés and the Clube de Tavira is a good spot for some local jazz on a Thursday. Bear in mind it's not directly on the coast - you need to take ferries to the islands nearby, but that's fun if the weather's good. Not so much if it's wet and windy 🙄. Bike rental is another good option. Another plus is being so near Spain - a trip to Seville is only a couple of hours away! My tip - if you're not with a car, don't stay on the outskirts, unless you just want to be by the pool all day! It's a long and boring walk into town! Do visit the little olive producer just out of town. At time of my visit, nearly the whole town was undergoing roadworks which meant half the streets were closed to traffic and all the cobbles and paving were up, making for dusty and uneven surfaces. Just beware!

Tamara United Kingdom

Nice town in a very concise area. Catching boat from the downtown dock is better value for the trip to visit the beautiful "Ilha de Tavira Beach" (Tavira Island Beach), worth spending time there. Don't drive into the city, either walk or catch a Uber. Too much traffic and the endless road construction works mess everything out. Look it up on Google before you head that way as there are many more activities you can enjoy.

Neise HORA Australia

We stayed for one week but really could have stayed longer, but a week was enough for us to feel relaxed,enjoy the beach and the surrounding areas. Tavira is a pretty historic town with lots of amenities , great restaurants, bars and cafes with tourists but not tacky! and lots of day trips available. It’s a great walking and cycling area And the beach is truly magnificent. .

Susan United Kingdom

Tavira will typically draw those, who seek the architecture, history - it's idyllic and peacefull setting; and the beach second. Tavira has a trainstation,, so you are free to come and go without the hassle of traffic and foreign signs. This town will not attract the crowds who seek the plastic pleasures of Albufeira.

lightfoot Denmark

The best of Algarve ! Near the mountains - several beautiful beaches; beautiful and safe city ; excellent restaurants - including an excellent 1 star Michelin restaurant - that you can walk to confortably

Elizabeth United States

Tavira is 'beautiful' despite the fact that i have noticed it has become a destination place for day trippers and as such i would assume the local economy has reacted to that... Still it would be very selfish to keep such a jewel hidden away wouldn't it... Plenty of nice places to eat and drink on both sides of the river, my favourites are located opposite one another CAFE MIRA for day time and PAUSA restaurant in the evening, both in the same square... My favourite watching the world go by is most definitely 'snack bar ALAGOA' in a little square on the Porta Nova side of the river not that far from the best located 'Irish' pub opposite the bus station... you will struggle to miss either they are usually pretty busy... well worth at least one visit!... A must not miss opportunity also awaits at the strangely named without much kerb appeal at all 'Cantinho do Emigrante' the owner 'I assume he is anyway' doesn't smile a lot, but what he does on his open fired barbecue thingy with chicken, complete with chips and salad is AMAZINGLY delicious!!!

Alan & Kate United Kingdom