Home to one of the Algarve's biggest beaches, Armacao de Pera holidays offer seaside fun, authentic restaurants and laidback nightlife.
Old meets new
A sprawling resort town in the middle of Portugal's southern Algarve coast, Armacao de Pera's full of life, promising long beach days and late-night cocktails. High-rise apartments dot the skyline, so head to the old town if you're after historic buildings and a more traditional atmosphere.
Sights in Silves
History buffs have plenty to look forward to visiting Armacao de Pera. It's only a 20-minute drive away and once there you can wander around its huge half-a-millenia-old fortress before stopping off at the towering cathedral. Or, skip the landmarks and head straight to a fragrant fruit farm on the edge of the village.
A standout beach
With an airport runway-sized stretch of powdery sand and warm waters, there's enough space for play, party and relaxation on Praia Grande. As one of the Algarve's most impressive beaches, it's a real showstopper. If the main beach is too busy for you, make your way towards the traditional fishing boats and on to Praia da Gale.