|  Hotel Information Vila Galé Albacora:
 Originally Old Fishermen’s houses have now been converted into the charming 4 Star Hotel Vila Galé Albacora, that is situated directly on the water front with a shuttle boat to the Island of Tavira with its beautiful and secluded beaches. The beautiful town Tavira with its many churches and sights is only a short drive away.
Our Recommendation:
For guests looking for something slightly different this hotel offers charm, atmosphere with a unique location.The beautiful town of Tavira, is nearby, one of the most romantic in the Algarve.
Your Hotel in Tavira:
Quatro Águas
8800-901 Tavira
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|  Location:
Hotel Vila Galé Albacora is situated in the city centre of Tavira, opposite the new market.
Distances:
Faro Airport: 35 km
City centre (Tavira): 3 km
Golfcourses: 3-4km Quinta De Cima, Quinta Da Ria
Free Shuttle-bus service to the city centre
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Beach:
The hotel is situated directly at the Ria Formosa Natural Reserve water line. Boat shuttle crossing the Ria Formosa natural reserve in order to reach the Island of Tavira with its magnificent long fine sandy beaches
Sunbed and umbrellas against charge at the beach (Summer season) | |
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|  Area information Tavira:
Tavira is said to be the architecturally most beautiful and authentic city at the Algarve. The many churches, white houses with their ornate chimneys, the `roman` bridge over the Gilão river characterize the appearance of the city. You should by no means miss the guided city tour through the Câmara Obscura inside the former watertower of Tavira. On the island Ilha de Tavira in the nature reserve Ria Formosa you can find your inner balance and completely relax while at the same time it offers you the ideal conditions for wind and kite surfing.
Distance to Faro airport: ~35km | |
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|  Restaurant Tips:
A Ver Tavira – Portuguese Tapas and A-lá-Carte, next to the castle, great views over Tavira
Quatro Aguas – fresh fish and seafood, at the harbour, closed on Mondays
Portas do Mar – specialising in fresh fish and seafood, at the harbour next to Quatro Aguas, closed on Tuesdays
Nightlife:
UBI – Disco, Rua Almirante Candido dos Reis
BUBI BAR – behind the market „Docas“
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|  Our expert tips for your holidays in and around Tavira:
A visit of the Dark Chamber ("Câmara Obscura") in the former watertower of Tavira. Up there, do not miss the small park of the Castle from where you have a great view over Tavira and the Ria Formosa.
A walk through Tavira´s "Rive Gauche", the eastern side of the river with its many local styled restaurants.
Palacio da Galeria with interesting Arts expositions
A trip by boat to the Ilha de Tavira with its endless fine sandy beaches. In summer, the boat leaves from the city centre next to the old market.
In summer, open-air concerts in the old factory "Fabrica Balsense" and an open-air cinema festival (original versions) in the Monastery.
Pego do Inferno - beautiful Waterfall der das Baden. At the highway exit Tavira, follow the signs for 3km.
A trip to the small and authentic village Cacela Velha (ca. 10 km), located directly above the see with wonderful views. Enjoy fresh oysters on the main square of the village or a drink in the beautiful "Café Azul" with arabic influences.
A trip to the nearby fishermen` s village Santa Luzia (ca. 5 km), where you can have excellent fresh fish in the many small restaurants.
A trip to Olhao (ca. 18 km) with its lively Saturday market and a visit to the Parque Natural Ria Formosa („Quinta do Marim“) – there you can find the famous Water Dogs („cão de agua“). In winter, you can observe a lot of birds there. | |
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Please contact us for more information:
Email:info@bookportugal.com
Tel.: 00351/ 289 001 695 (Mon. - Fri. 9:00 - 18:00 GMT)
Hotline:
UK: 020 7 0999 620
USA: 212 461 3650 | |
