Things to do in Silves

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal cityscape with a beach, palm trees, and a mix of modern and traditional architecture.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with people walking.
A sandy beach with a wooden boardwalk, a flagpole with a flag, and a cityscape in the distance.
Two people sitting on beach chairs on a sandy beach with waves in the background.
A historic town with a prominent church, a castle, and flags on a hill.

Things to do

Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option

Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option

RM149
per adult
Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option
Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

RM58
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour
Albufeira: Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Trip

Albufeira: Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Trip

RM112
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Trip
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão

Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão

RM98
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão
Tour boat passengers taking photos of the Insonia Caves in Algarve

Grotto Cruise and Dolphin Watching from Albufeira

RM187
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Grotto Cruise and Dolphin Watching from Albufeira
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour

Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour

RM70
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portimão to Benagil: Adrenaline Wave 90 Minutes Cave Tour
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil

RM163
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

RM117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour
Visit Secret Caves, Hidden Beaches and Snorkel in Alvor, Portugal

Visit Secret Caves, Hidden Beaches and Snorkel in Alvor, Portugal

RM373
per adult
Visit Secret Caves, Hidden Beaches and Snorkel in Alvor, Portugal
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What to do in Silves

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Salgados Beach

9.2/10 (132 reviews)
Visit this typical Algarve beach to stretch out on its pristine sand, play a round of golf and spot exotic birds at a nature reserve.
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Where to stay in Silves

Find the best Silves areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Casa Queimada

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

Foral

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

A cave opening to a beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

Porches

A coastal cliff with layered rock formations and clear blue waters.

Odemira

A large sand sculpture of Hello Kitty and a cat, with a wooden platform in the foreground.

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.