When in Algarve, a visit to Olhão is a must. Preferably to stay for a few days, because it is just the most beautiful little town to completely unwind. Even though tourists start to find their way to Olhão, it remains very authentic and local. After just a few hours, you’ll automatically adapt to the living rhythm of the locals: passing by the daily fish market, having an espresso at of the harbour cafes, taking the ferry to one of the nearby islands… This is what they call the southern lifestyle. So if this sounds like a romantic day out to you, go and visit! You won’t be disappointed.
Here are some of my tips to do in Olhão:
• Stay at Casa Céu, the passion project of Swiss-Mozambique couple Lara & Dario.
• Visit the Saturday morning market to soak in the real ‘couleur locale’
• Have a coffee in the sun next to the fish market
• Have dinner at Cha Cha Cha
• Take the ferry for a day out to Armona Island (just €2 one way)
Enjoy! ☀️🍊☕️
