Things to do in Silves

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Salgados Beach which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and a city
Salgados Beach showing general coastal views and a bridge
Salgados Beach showing surf, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Salgados Beach which includes general coastal views, surf and a sandy beach
Salgados Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as an individual male
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Seville day trip from the Algarve

Seville day trip from the Algarve

Activity duration is 12 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 19 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 319 per adult
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Seville day trip from the Algarve

Seville day trip from the Algarve

Activity duration is 12 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 19 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 319 per adult
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Albufeira: Private Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup

Albufeira: Private Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 237 per adult
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Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains

Half Day Tour with Jeep Safari in the Algarve Mountains

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 193 per adult
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Algarve: Sunset Jeep Safari Tour

Algarve: Sunset Jeep Safari Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 280 per adult
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What to do in Silves

Areas of Silves

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Foral

When in Foral, you can plan a visit to Algarve Shopping Mall and Krazy World Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Foral
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Casa Queimada

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Casa Queimada and surrounding area, you can visit The Cross of Portugal and Cruz de Portugal Monument.

Casa Queimada
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Porches

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Odemira

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Pera

Frequently asked questions

Is Silves worth visiting?
Known for its golfing and walking trails, discovering fun things to do in Silves is easy. Remember to add Silves Castle to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Silves?
Silves Castle and Carvalho Beach are two excellent places to begin your adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and shopping options in Silves while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Silves?
Silves Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Silves and deserves a place on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Silves?
Three days in Silves is enough to enjoy the city's major attractions. Many travellers stay for four days on average. Silves Castle, Aqualand Algarve and Quinta Do Frances Winery are highly rated sights. Want to see more? Stick around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots like Lagos.
What are some activities to do in Silves with kids?
If you are after activities and sights for all the family, take a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Silves with kids.

What to do in Silves for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or fan of nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Silves for adults including Quinta Do Frances Winery and Museu da Cortiça.
Are there free things to do in Silves?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Silves is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without getting your cash out. Portimão Town Market is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.