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Portimão, Portugal
Located on the sun-kissed coastline of Algarve, Portimão is a colorful city with a bustling waterfront and a charming city center decorated with parks and plazas. History buff? The Museum of Portimão traces human settlement in the area as far back as the Roman and Islamic periods. And if you want to be one with nature, we recommend taking a scenic boat ride up the coast and along the Rio Arade, where you will enjoy the beautiful views and hidden caves to discover.
Featured Portimão CRUISE ITINERARIES
What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Terminal de Cruzeiros de Portimão. Ship will ANCHOR OFFSHORE at this port. -
Time Zone
WET (Western European Standard Time)
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Language
The local language is Portugese. -
Currency & Shopping
Local currency is the Europe. Shopping options include several mid-large size shopping outlets. -
Famous For
Dating back to the 17th century and funded by Diogo Gonçalves, a merchant who made his fortune in the Far East, Igreja do Colégio is the most complete churches in Portimão. -
Fun Fact #1
From soft white sand and calm blue waters to rocky cliffs and sheltered coves, Praia da Rocha beach is a popular hot spot. -
Fun Fact #2
The Fort of Santa Catarina was built to control the Arade Estuary and designed by the Italian military engineer Alexandre Massai. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Fish, fish and more fish. Portimão’s rich history in the maritime industry makes this area a must-dine for all kinds of local fish cooked all kinds of delicious ways.
Portimão TOP EXCURSIONS
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Portimao Highlights
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Cape St. Vincent, Sagres & Lagos
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Algarve Castle, Silves, Monchique & Foia
Plunge into the bountiful natural beauty that defines the Algarve region as you visit charming hillside villages, discov...
Sagres & Lagos
Experience the historical gifts of the region as you journey to the extreme southwestern tip of Europe, traverse an ench...