Portimão has a fantastic climate and a rich natural beauty.

A privileged and unique location, in the extreme southwest of Europe, it bridges the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

Portimão is proud of its rural and maritime roots, a fantastic climate and a rich natural beauty.  

It is located a few kilometres from Faro airport. Portimão, Alvor and Mexilhoeira Grande are the three parishes of a municipality with an area of 183 square kilometres and a fixed population of more than 50 thousand people.

The most beautiful beaches of Portimão stretch over eight kilometres of fine golden sand, harmonious ochre cliffs, with a warm sun, blue sky and crystal clear green sea, which create idyllic settings for your holidays in the Algarve.

Discover the streets and the history of the city of Portimão, let yourself be enchanted by the historical and cultural heritage that enriches every moment. Surprise yourself with the heritage of prehistoric civilizations in Alcalar.

TEMPO - Portimão Municipal Theatre
- Portimão Parish Church
- Três Castelos Viewpoint
- Jesuit College
- Fort of Santa Catarina
- Portimão Pedagogical Farm
- Portimão Marina
- Alcalar

Portimão's urban development has been strongly influenced by the tourist industry. The town offers a wide range of holiday homes and flats.

The permanent houses, consisting of flats and villas, house local residents and expatriates or tourists who have fallen in love with Portimão and have made it their home.