Lagos

Welcome to Lagos, Portugal’s former window on the world and secret capital of the Algarve, with its historical small town atmosphere.

The glorious history of Lagos was always linked to the ocean. It was from here that Henry the Navigator Caravels departed on their voyages of discovery. The small harbour of Lagos became a focal point of international shipping routes and a crossing point of many civilizations. To date Lagos has kept this cosmopolitan atmosphere and copes well with the demands of the modern world without neglecting its heritage. The combination of narrow streets with whitewashed 18th century houses together with the more modern parts of the town give it a very special feel.

Lagos is a great place for all kinds of water sports and nautical activities. The golden rocks of the Costa D’Oiro are breathtaking and one of the most photographed locations in Portugal.

Lagos is also a place of rich cultural interest with excellent local cuisine, a variety of leisure activities, traditional arts and crafts and much more….

In the old town you will find, not only historical buildings that are well worth seeing, but also good shopping opportunities. At night Lagos town centre is the place for night owls, with cosy cafes and lively bars you can while away the hours people watching and taking in the atmosphere of this typical provincial Portuguese town.