São Sebastião Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Praia da Luz
Praia da Luz is a beautiful sandy beach located just 6 km away from Lagos in the Algarve, Portugal. It’s located in the picturesque village of Luz, known for its narrow roads lined with bougainvillea flowers.

Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.

Dona Ana Beach
Marvel at the stunning red and yellow cliffs of the Golden Coast and swim to the stacks in the calm ocean.

Camilo Beach
Climb down the elegant staircase to this hidden bay at the base of colorful cliffs and enjoy the spectacular natural views.

Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse
Check out this historic lighthouse, descend the steps to the beach and take a boat tour of the sea stacks and arches.

Lagos Zoo
Pet and feed the animals in the spacious enclosures, bring your kids to the playground and dine at the restaurant of this zoo.
Top hotels in São Sebastião

Tivoli Carvoeiro
Great location, friendly staff, and a rich breakfast. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Vila Vita Parc
The standout element of our stay at Vila Vita was the sense of community, every person that works there has a sense of care and pride in what they do, going the extra mile for all residents and has a family feel. The place is stunning, completely self contained so no need to leave if not wanting ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Aparts & Suites summer cascade Alvor
Great hosts, nice clean room and very good breakfast. The hotel is close to the lagoon and the beach. Would definitely go back again. Lucy and Larsen made me feel very welcomed.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Hotel Algarve Casino
Awesome
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
Apartment is modern, clean. Full kitchen. Washer and dryer work great. Restaurant inside hotel serves great dinner.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Lagos Atlantic Hotel
Nice property, clean,
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around São Sebastião

Caliças
While there might not be top attractions in Caliças, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marina de Lagos and Palmares Golf.

Telheiro
Telheiro might not have many top sights, but Marina de Lagos and Lagos Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Falfeira
Though Falfeira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina de Lagos and Boavista Golf.

Marina de Lagos
While visiting Marina de Lagos, you might make a stop by sights like Marina de Lagos and Discoveries Wax Museum.

Colinas Verdes
While Colinas Verdes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lagos Zoo and Marina de Lagos.

Funchal
Funchal might not have many top sights, but Boavista Golf and Marina de Lagos are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
