Tours & Activities in Lagos
Experience an unforgettable day in the Algarve on this tour to Carvoeiro, Benagil, Ferragudo, and Porches and enjoy a tasting of exquisite local wines!
The idea here is to offer you an experience more than the sun and the beach, so in the end, you will look to Lagos with a completely new perspective. And at the same time, help you to plan your stay in the area.
We will talk about the Algarve fauna and flora. If you chose the morning tour, you would have the opportunity to see the fish, seafood, fruit, vegetables, and traditional pastry from the region. Morning or afternoon you can contemplate one of the outstanding rooftops in Lagos.
In a fun and relaxed way, you can meet the urban evolution of the area and the importance of this town in World history. Will reveal to you the history, stories, myths, economy, and society. Celtic iron age will be revealed in where they found Lacobriga: The first urban nucleus, objects, and way of Living. Found where the Romans settled down, their activities, and archaeological finds. You will meet the Middle Ages Wall and urban Trace, which was built by the Portuguese.
From the Modern Era, you will learn from Henry the Navigator, his role in the discovery exploration, and slaves. With gravures, old photos, photos reconstitutions that you will see in this experience, you will look to Lagos with a completely new perception.
Was in Lagos that the last convicted to death in Portugal by civil crime was executed. And Lagos is also known for its beautiful street Art Pieces. Then, while you will walk to the path of the Last convicted to death you can appreciate a few Art Pieces, while we give our interpretation.
Then, please be prepared, because we will lead you to the same grim, terror, slavery, and, who knows, ghosts.
Itinerary:
• Lagos Main Square
• Statue of Henry the Navigator
• The Slave Market
• The Governador's Castle
• The Slaves Cemetry
• Lagos middle age village
• Statue of Dom Sebastião
While we return to the meeting point, is time to give you our recommendations.
Starting with things to in the area and surrounds same nice restaurants, so you can experiment the original Algarve cuisine. Also, the best rooftops where you can have a nice drink with fantastic views.
And will share with you the location where you can have our favorite ice cream in town and the spots that have the nicest Algarve pastry that the town has to offer.
In the very end, we have a surprise for you, that has to do with the interpretation of an Art Piece!!!
Taste the delicacies of the Algarve region at this wine and tapas tasting in Lagos. It's the best way to get to know this southern Portuguese destination!
During this guruwalk we'll walk through the Lagos old town along with the modern Avenida das Descombrimentos. You'll learn about the Portuguese age of discovery, the great earthquake of 1755, Foods, drinks and about the important people that shaped this nation. I've been living in Lagos, on and off, for 17 years and during this time I've learnt a great deal about the history of Portugal and the port city of Lagos. Alongside this I've picked up many secrets on great restaurants, bars and places of interest along with a bunch of money saving tips for travellers. I like to entertain so I promise a few laughs, along the way. We'll finish this tour with a sweet Portuguese delicacy above the gorgeous Batata beach, and hopefully a drink at my favourite bar. Cheers Brodie
Free tour Lagos History, stories, tales, with a local – History, culture, and the essential tips, both local and region-wide.
Come with me!!
Being an “old school” traveler and experienced hotelier myself, who already served thousands of travelers from all over the world, I love to show my town in an alternative and independent manner, a bit apart from the same old tours for tourists. So, you will see and hear what most people don`t. You get unbiased tips for food, activities, day trips, and even for other places if you wish – not to mention avoiding the “traps”.
The tour is also designed for short-term residents / new residents (such as ex-pats, digital nomads, etc…) in order to get to know more about the area.
After doing this tour you will have a good vision of what has happened in this town from its origins to the present day.
Hear some legends, myths, and stories of one of the oldest human settlements in Europe and how events such as battles or natural disasters dramatically changed both the human and natural shape of this area.
We guide in small groups only and it will take around two hours (maybe some minutes more). Better for the guests, better for us and better for the town. Thank you for supporting real local people.
Please note: unfortunately, my tour is a bit hard for kids younger than 10 years old.
Our tours are in english with some schedules also in spanish. Please contact me if you wish to have a small group tour on another language, or a private tour.
Registered at Turismo de Portugal RNAAT 653/2023
Cycling through Lagos gives you the opportunity to see more in less time. History, the beautiful coastline, and the cliffs of Lagos.
The tour will be 2:30 hours, bring comfortable clothes and water.
The metting point is Lagos Marina.
- Fishing boat Dock, see the boats used for fishing in Portugal, and also a replica of the boat used by the Portuguese in the 15th century.
- A Visit to Meia Praia is in order since we are close, to the biggest beach in Lagos.
- 1920's Lagos train station
- Lagos farmers Market on Saturday is a must and the fish Market on any other day as well.
Lagos old town historical landmarks fortresses and other secrets, such as
- City Hall
- praça Infante Dom. Henrique
- Slave Market
- Igreja Santa Maria
- Igreja Santo António
- Regimental warehouse
- Lagos Castle and city walls
- Lagos Fort(forte da Bandeira)
- Ponta da Piedade with its beautiful cliffs, lighthouse, rock formations, and views.
- Padaria Central (the oldest bakery in Lagos)will be our last stop, for a coffee and some local treats and tips, before heading to the meeting point.
The tour is 2:30 hours we will cover approx 10 km at a smooth and relaxed pace. Bikes/helmets and the tour are free, just bring comfortable clothes and water, the tour is relatively easy anyone that knows how to ride a bike can take part.
Looking forward to making good memories with you all, book now as the groups are small
Enjoy the sunset over Cape St. Vincent on this jeep tour along the Sagres coast - it'll be an unforgettable road trip along the southwest coast of Portugal!
