You’ll find no shortage of things to do in Quarteira. Holiday homes put you in reach of exciting locations like the Vilamoura Marina, a lively marina with upscale dining and shopping complexes for a fun-filled day, and Cerro da Vila, a Roman ruin site with Bronze Age graves and Roman mosaics, baths, tanks and a necropolis. Loulé, a historic site with a medieval castle and fragments of its defensive walls and churches, is a great place to explore and learn about the ancient history of Quarteira. You may also enjoy The Museu Municipal de Loulé, a history museum with archaeological finds from the coastal and rural areas of Quarteira, such as weapons, stonework and utensils.
Are you searching for attractions to see in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Quarteira has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
If warm-weather activities are high on your list, July, August, September and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 29°F.
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Quarteira is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
Quarteira is known for its Blue Flag beaches, a system which indicates that the water is high-quality and ideal for swimming, surfing and water sports. Holiday homes can be found near locations like Praia de Quarteira, a golden-sand beach with a city backdrop and clear, blue waters, and Praia de Vilamoura, a stretch of golden sand near the harbour with a lively atmosphere and calm waters. Praia do Almargem, a secluded beach location with dramatic sand dunes and unspoilt forest areas, and Praia de Vale do Lobo, an upscale beach with beautiful waters, upscale dining and immaculate golf courses, are ideal spots to spend a day. For children and families, Praia de Falesia is a golden beach with rocky cliffs and shallow waters for swimming and wading.
The nearest airport is in Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.), located 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Portimao (PRM), which is 27.6 mi (44.4 km) away.
Cod is a staple in Quarteira and the remainder of Portugal. The traditional Portuguese preparation of cod is baked with cabbage and potatoes, but many other recipes and seafood dishes can be found on menus throughout Quarteira restaurants. Fish and seafood dishes like stews, soups and rice recipes often use shellfish, oily fish or octopus fresh from the ocean or river for unrivalled flavour. For a sweet treat, try a pastel de nata, a custard tart in a flaky pastry, which is a recipe that originated at convents where nuns were gifted eggs by couples hoping to have a baby. You can experience this rich and historic food culture that was inspired by the azure waters surrounding Portugal by visiting a restaurant or eatery near your Quarteira holiday rental.
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