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The 9 Best Free Things to do in Silves, Algarve
Discover the best top things to do in Silves, Portugal including Algarve, Praia Grande de Pera, Estabelecimentos D. Sancho Silves, Municipio de Silves, Armacao de Pera Beach, Cross of Portugal, Misericordia Church, Barragem do Arade, Mercado Municipal de Silves.
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1. Algarve
2. Praia Grande de Pera
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By dunbar1331 - London, United Kingdom
With extensive parking and two well built boardwalks, access is very easy. When you get there the beach seems to stretch on forever in both directions. As a result it is never crowded, very peaceful and always litter-free. The swimming is easy with a safe gently sloped beach. The Western half from Mario's kiosk to the river mouth near Pera is naturist-friendly making this one of the best beaches on the Algarve and a credit to the beach management. We come back twice a year from England and love it.
3. Estabelecimentos D. Sancho Silves
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
4. Municipio de Silves
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
The SILVES MEDIEVAL FAIR takes place in August, in the historic centre of this Algarve city. Ten days of historical re-enactment of the medieval era of the ancient capital of the Kingdom of the Algarve. Silves Municipal Council, the fair's organiser, continues its support of this nationally renowned event, which promises to be one of the most exciting events on the region's summer calendar.
Reviewed By xxluvleaxx - Chester, United Kingdom
(Actually visited with my sister and adult daughter but for some reason trip advisor doesn't give just a 'family' option ????♀️) Silves was really one of the highlights of our recent trip to the Algarve. We first visited on a coach trip historical tour but had less than an hour there, we decided there was much more we wanted to see/do/photograph so we made a decision to visit again by local bus from Albufeira. Lots of nice shops selling things you don't see in the more popular towns, beautiful buildings and nice historical places to visit that cost a couple of €'s We visited the castle, archeology museum and cathedral as well as the roman bridge and walked to the cross of Portugal on the outskirts of town. We had lovely Bifanas in a cafe for just €1.75 and the absolute best thing about it all was the Storks nesting everywhere! Such a beautiful place. would be an absolute dream to live in such a place.
5. Armacao de Pera Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By B8966VOcarolined - Dublin, Ireland
This beautiful beach never fails to impress. Always so peaceful, always spotlessly clean. And so many wonderful restaurants close by where I love so sit and watch the surfers or just soak up the salty Atlantic air. Bliss
6. Cross of Portugal
7. Misericordia Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By 673ps - Rugby, United Kingdom
I am not relgious but i am drawn to places of worship from all religions. This chapel is just beautiful inside, The paintings above the alter are stunning. The chapel is tiny inside with a number of photographs from the 2016 Silves medieval festival along the walls. The chapel is just across from the cathedral ans well sign posted.
8. Barragem do Arade
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By chris2018Singcere
A hidden paradise in the hills of Silves- although in reality it’s a marvellous man made dam its looks just like a natural lake not to dissimilar to Lake Windermere. It’s peaceful, unspoilt beuty locate in the tranquil hills surrounded by natural beauty and amazing vistas in all directions.
