Location Of Vilamoura Holidays

Situated less than 20km from the Airport in Faro, Vilamoura is in a flourishing resort in the Algarve region of Portugal.

Vilamoura - Stylish Algarve Holiday Resort

With miles of sandy beaches, a picturesque marina and accommodation to suit every budget, from 5 star Vilamoura Hotels and self-catering villas to apartments in the magnificent 'Old Village' complex, holidays in Vilamoura have something for everyone. Vilamoura holidays enjoy year round sunshine and are renowned for the quality of the four 18-hole championship golf courses. Vilamoura is large enough to cover a vast array of facilities and attractions including a sports club and casino, horse riding and karting, not to mention a vibrant nightlife.

Along with its shops and designer clothes outlets along the marina, Vilamoura holidays feature a good variety of bars and restaurants, including excellent local seafood restaurants and a bar owned by one of Portugal's top footballers, Luis Figo. Vilamoura is within a short walk of the neighbouring Algarve holiday resort of Quarteira, with its long open beach and promenade. For a cultural excursion on Vilamoura holidays the historical town of Loulé is just 11km from Vilamoura. For those who enjoy a livelier Algarve holiday experience Vilamoura is only 10km from the bustling resort town of Albufeira with its dynamic mix of bars, restaurants and nightclubs.

Entertainment Options In Vilamoura

Vilamoura holidays offer a wide variety of activities, including a tennis centre, water park, lawn bowling, 4 golf courses, squash, clay-pigeon shooting and a riding school. To get a glimpse of the history of Vilamoura there are nearby ruins of an ancient Roman city with a dedicated museum. Evening entertainment includes a casino, 4 discos and lots of bars with live entertainment.

Eating Out In Vilamoura

Apart from the delicious Portuguese cuisine on offer, such as hot piri-piri chicken or the flavoursome grilled sardines, the area also boasts a range of international restaurants including Thai, Chinese and Mexican food.

Transfer Times to Vilamoura

Vilamoura is about halfway along Portugal's south coast, in the Algarve holiday region, less than 20km west of the Airport at Faro. The transfer time from the Airport should take in the region of 25 minutes by taxi or a little longer by bus or coach.