Vilamoura

Description

Vilamourais a wonderful seaside tourist complex one of its kind in Europe. Spanning over 2000 hectares Vilamoura offers a number of beautiful sites that attract visitors. The Vilamoura marina is the main attraction in the area. During the day time the marina area is quite crowded but as time passes the crowd eases and the marina becomes a great place to walk around and relax. There are as many as six golf courses in Vilamoura and visitors can have a great time.

There are two beautiful beaches in Vilamoura and visitors can take a boat ride to see some interesting caves located along the coast. There are also opportunities of deep sea fishing that visitors can enjoy during their stay in Vilamoura. The Roman Ruins of Cerro da Vila stand in the center of Vilamoura and is a must visit destination. The Museum of Cerro da Vila is also good to visit.

Vilamoura offers a great shopping experience. The Marina is the best place to shop in the area. The area features fashion boutiques, affordable stores and local souvenirs. Local souvenirs make the best thing to buy in Vilamoura.

Nearby Airports

The nearest airport to Vilamoura is the Faro Airport located about 10 miles from Vilamoura. From Faro Airport visitors can taxis to reach Vilamoura.

Halal Restaurants

There are a few halal places where visitors can dine and also some hotels that can arrange for halal food on request.  Pestana Vila Sol in Vilamoura can arrange for halal food. About 10 minutes from Vilamoura is Quarteira where there is an Egyptian halal kebab shop.

Mosques

There are no mosques in Vilamoura. The closest mosque to Vilamoura is in Faro about 10 miles away.

Things to Do and See in Vilamoura

• Roman ruins of Cerro da Vila
• Museum of Cerro da Vila
• Marina
• Beaches
• Deep sea fishing
• Boat trips
• Golf