Things to do in and around Luz
Beaches
Praia da Luz is a popular holiday destination, which is located 6 kilometres west of Lagos. The name Praia da Luz refers to both the beach and its nearby village. Praia da Luz is also known as Luz de Lagos or Vila da Luz. Literally, Praia da Luz means the beach of light. Although Luz can be pretty lively during the summer, it is less crowded than some of the other hotspots of the Algarve. The beach is popular among families and tourists.
The beach of Praia da Luz has fine sand, which has a yellow colour. It is very nice to walk on it. The sea is calm and shallow and the water is clean. It gets deeper only slowly, which makes this beach perfect for families with small children.
The beach is quite popular during the busy summer months. You will see many families and tourists from all around the world, but especially from the UK. If you prefer more privacy however, you can go to Prainha or walk towards the black rock. The more you walk to the big black rock on the eastern side of the beach, the quieter it will become.
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Praia da Luz
1 R. José da Conceição CondePraia da Luz is a popular holiday destination, which is located 6 kilometres west of Lagos. The name Praia da Luz refers to both the beach and its nearby village. Praia da Luz is also known as Luz de Lagos or Vila da Luz. Literally, Praia da Luz means the beach of light. Although Luz can be pretty lively during the summer, it is less crowded than some of the other hotspots of the Algarve. The beach is popular among families and tourists.
The beach of Praia da Luz has fine sand, which has a yellow colour. It is very nice to walk on it. The sea is calm and shallow and the water is clean. It gets deeper only slowly, which makes this beach perfect for families with small children.
The beach is quite popular during the busy summer months. You will see many families and tourists from all around the world, but especially from the UK. If you prefer more privacy however, you can go to Prainha or walk towards the black rock. The more you walk to the big black rock on the eastern side of the beach, the quieter it will become.
On the western side of the beach (the right side when looking at the sea) you can find a rocky area and a cove with a separate small but lovely beach. This beach is called Prainha (translated as small beach). Prainha is much more quiet than Praia da Luz. Behind Prainha you can find the fort of Luz.
Swimming in the water of Prainha is very nice, since the water is calm and transparent. You can find rock pools here as well. However, when swimming here, watch out for the rocks in the sea.
Travessa da Prainha
Travessa da PrainhaOn the western side of the beach (the right side when looking at the sea) you can find a rocky area and a cove with a separate small but lovely beach. This beach is called Prainha (translated as small beach). Prainha is much more quiet than Praia da Luz. Behind Prainha you can find the fort of Luz.
Swimming in the water of Prainha is very nice, since the water is calm and transparent. You can find rock pools here as well. However, when swimming here, watch out for the rocks in the sea.
According to the specialists, its long and tubular waves may be ideal for surfing and bodyboarding but Zavial Beach has other attractions to offer.
Surrounded by high and often sheer cliffs, which protect from all strong winds, this is a very popular beach.
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Praia do Zavial
According to the specialists, its long and tubular waves may be ideal for surfing and bodyboarding but Zavial Beach has other attractions to offer.
Surrounded by high and often sheer cliffs, which protect from all strong winds, this is a very popular beach.
Praia do Burgau is a lovely little sandy beach located in the small (and relatively unspoiled) fishing village of Burgau. The beach is backed by high, sloping cliffs and all but disappears when the tide comes in.
You'll find most things you need in the village and along the beachfront, with a few cafes and bars here.
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Praia do Burgau
Praia do Burgau is a lovely little sandy beach located in the small (and relatively unspoiled) fishing village of Burgau. The beach is backed by high, sloping cliffs and all but disappears when the tide comes in.
You'll find most things you need in the village and along the beachfront, with a few cafes and bars here.
Sightseeing
Promenade: Behind the beach you can find a nice promenade. Along this boulevard you can find plenty of bars, shops and restaurants. Sometimes you can also find small stands here, where you can buy handicrafts or jewellery.
Avenida dos Pescadores
Avenida dos PescadoresPromenade: Behind the beach you can find a nice promenade. Along this boulevard you can find plenty of bars, shops and restaurants. Sometimes you can also find small stands here, where you can buy handicrafts or jewellery.
On the eastern side of the beach there is a big rock, which is referred to as rocha negra, or the black rock. This is the most unique feature of Praia da Luz. The black rock was formed about 150 million years ago, by lava from volcanoes near Monchique. Nowadays there are no active volcanoes anymore in the Algarve.
You can hike up the black rock, but beware that can be quite challenging. Make sure to wear good walking shoes and bring plenty of water. When you finally reached the top, you have a great view over Praia da Luz and the Atlantic Ocean.
Plus: Sunset. The sunset at Praia da Luz is really beautiful. Don’t miss it. The best place to see the sunset is from either the beach or from the top of the black rock.
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Praia da Luz
1 R. José da Conceição CondeOn the eastern side of the beach there is a big rock, which is referred to as rocha negra, or the black rock. This is the most unique feature of Praia da Luz. The black rock was formed about 150 million years ago, by lava from volcanoes near Monchique. Nowadays there are no active volcanoes anymore in the Algarve.
You can hike up the black rock, but beware that can be quite challenging. Make sure to wear good walking shoes and bring plenty of water. When you finally reached the top, you have a great view over Praia da Luz and the Atlantic Ocean.
Plus: Sunset. The sunset at Praia da Luz is really beautiful. Don’t miss it. The best place to see the sunset is from either the beach or from the top of the black rock.
Make sure to check out the local church, called the Church of Nossa Senhora da Luz. This church was built in 1521, but was heavily damaged during the earthquake of 1755. It was restored in 1874.
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Igreja da Luz in Lagos
Rua Luz Bay ClubMake sure to check out the local church, called the Church of Nossa Senhora da Luz. This church was built in 1521, but was heavily damaged during the earthquake of 1755. It was restored in 1874.
Viewpoint where you can enjoy a pleasant panoramic view over Lagos and the sea. The space has some garden benches.
There is a small fort in the town of Luz, which dates back to the 17th century. Hundreds of years ago, this fort was used to defend the town against attacks from pirates. Nowadays this fort has been turned into a restaurant. The restaurant also has a lovely garden outside, with great views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. You can reach it directly from the promenade.
There are actually some Roman ruins just behind the promenade. You can find them by going through a door in the wall next to the boulevard. The ruins date from the third to fifth century.
Miradouro da Luz
1 Avenida dos PescadoresViewpoint where you can enjoy a pleasant panoramic view over Lagos and the sea. The space has some garden benches.
There is a small fort in the town of Luz, which dates back to the 17th century. Hundreds of years ago, this fort was used to defend the town against attacks from pirates. Nowadays this fort has been turned into a restaurant. The restaurant also has a lovely garden outside, with great views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. You can reach it directly from the promenade.
There are actually some Roman ruins just behind the promenade. You can find them by going through a door in the wall next to the boulevard. The ruins date from the third to fifth century.
Food scene
Alloro Ristorante Italiano is located in Praia da Luz, at Baia da Luz Resort. Specialist in Italian cuisine has a great and informal ambiance and friendly staff. Apart from the Alloro Pool Bar during the day (seasonal) serves cocktails, dinners and has take away service.
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Restaurante ALLORO
Rua José Pedro das LagesAlloro Ristorante Italiano is located in Praia da Luz, at Baia da Luz Resort. Specialist in Italian cuisine has a great and informal ambiance and friendly staff. Apart from the Alloro Pool Bar during the day (seasonal) serves cocktails, dinners and has take away service.
With Stunning views of Praia Da Luz, ZaZu Beach Club is for everyone. You can enjoy the beautiful view with a drink, a meal, or a snack.
Their kitchen is open non stop from 12.00hrs. They serve a variety of portuguese, mediterranean and asian dishes.
Everything is fresh and homemade.
Boaty’s Tapas Café is situated on their ground floor, under the grapes, inside their shack and beachfront terrace.
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Zazu Beach Club
130 Av. dos PescadoresWith Stunning views of Praia Da Luz, ZaZu Beach Club is for everyone. You can enjoy the beautiful view with a drink, a meal, or a snack.
Their kitchen is open non stop from 12.00hrs. They serve a variety of portuguese, mediterranean and asian dishes.
Everything is fresh and homemade.
Boaty’s Tapas Café is situated on their ground floor, under the grapes, inside their shack and beachfront terrace.
Established since 1964 in Praia da Luz, this small family business has grown with good services to our customers and Praia da Luz visitors.
A very varied menu with good fish, meats, pasta and pizzas. Plus a panoramic view to the beach.
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Restaurante, Bar, Paraíso da Luz
1 R. José da Conceição Conde
Established since 1964 in Praia da Luz, this small family business has grown with good services to our customers and Praia da Luz visitors.
A very varied menu with good fish, meats, pasta and pizzas. Plus a panoramic view to the beach.
A lovely restaurant/cafe. It has its own pool. You can hire cabanas, pool beds... Healthy and delicious menu.
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Kinoah.luz
34 Rua dos HibiscusA lovely restaurant/cafe. It has its own pool. You can hire cabanas, pool beds... Healthy and delicious menu.
Excellent restaurant, with an original and fine cuisine. The service is very good, I highly recommend A Fabrica!
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A Fábrica
Excellent restaurant, with an original and fine cuisine. The service is very good, I highly recommend A Fabrica!
Latitude - Wine & Tapas
Supermarkets
Friendly staff, good food, cheap things. This local store has everything you need.
Ana & Célia Pacheco Lda
nº2 R. Vicente FariaFriendly staff, good food, cheap things. This local store has everything you need.
Very friendly staff, lots of grocery and household selection to choose from. Fresh vegetables and fruit is good quality as is the bakers. Butchers inside the store as well as frozen and chilled. A bit on the expensive side but convenient with ample parking. They also deliver and speak very good English if you cannot speak Portuguese.
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Baptista
Very friendly staff, lots of grocery and household selection to choose from. Fresh vegetables and fruit is good quality as is the bakers. Butchers inside the store as well as frozen and chilled. A bit on the expensive side but convenient with ample parking. They also deliver and speak very good English if you cannot speak Portuguese.
Spar is located on the old Luz Cinema, its a bit more commercial than batista supermarket, while batista has a more diverse range, still spar has all the basic, plus a coffee shop and newspapers.
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Spar
2E R. 1º de MaioSpar is located on the old Luz Cinema, its a bit more commercial than batista supermarket, while batista has a more diverse range, still spar has all the basic, plus a coffee shop and newspapers.
At Intermarché you will find a wide variety of products at the best prices.
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Intermarché Armação de Pera
At Intermarché you will find a wide variety of products at the best prices.
In your Lidl store in Vila do Bispo you can find a wide variety of food (fresh, bakery, pastry...) with the best value for money.
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Lidl
1 N268In your Lidl store in Vila do Bispo you can find a wide variety of food (fresh, bakery, pastry...) with the best value for money.
City/town information
The city of Lagos can be reached by car in about 10 minutes from Luz, and there is also a regular bus service.
Lagos has an historic town, amazing beaches and a lively nightlife. The old town of Lagos has some nice buildings and beautiful cobblestone streets. It is very nice to walk around here and experience the local culture. You will also find many shops, restaurants and bars in the old town.
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Lagos
The city of Lagos can be reached by car in about 10 minutes from Luz, and there is also a regular bus service.
Lagos has an historic town, amazing beaches and a lively nightlife. The old town of Lagos has some nice buildings and beautiful cobblestone streets. It is very nice to walk around here and experience the local culture. You will also find many shops, restaurants and bars in the old town.
Sagres has a number of great beaches in its vicinity. They are not only great spots to swim and sun-bask but also great for windsurfing, kitesurfing, and paddle-boarding. Its Praia do Telheiro, Praia de Beliche, and Praia Tonel are nice not only to bask in the sun and swim but they also rank among the region’s best surfing locales.
Other Sagres’ beaches include Praia da Mareta boasting moderate swell, great for medium-level surfers, and a cozy beach bar; tiny Praia dos Rebolinhos, one of the most romantic beach spots in Portugal, and Praia do Zavial, located in the direction of Lagos from Sagres featuring South of Portugal’s biggest surf.
Note that Sagres, Portugal’s beaches offer not only pleasant waves, sunshine, and rock-sheltered seclusion but are also famous for their paradisiac sunsets and sunrises.
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Sagres
Sagres has a number of great beaches in its vicinity. They are not only great spots to swim and sun-bask but also great for windsurfing, kitesurfing, and paddle-boarding. Its Praia do Telheiro, Praia de Beliche, and Praia Tonel are nice not only to bask in the sun and swim but they also rank among the region’s best surfing locales.
Other Sagres’ beaches include Praia da Mareta boasting moderate swell, great for medium-level surfers, and a cozy beach bar; tiny Praia dos Rebolinhos, one of the most romantic beach spots in Portugal, and Praia do Zavial, located in the direction of Lagos from Sagres featuring South of Portugal’s biggest surf.
Note that Sagres, Portugal’s beaches offer not only pleasant waves, sunshine, and rock-sheltered seclusion but are also famous for their paradisiac sunsets and sunrises.