PORTIMÃO - DESCRIPTION
The town with some 35,000 inhabitants is essentially commercially orientated and was the main shopping town of the whole Algarve during the 1970s and 1980s. The town's church that is the last attractive building surviving in the town dates from 1476 but it under went many alterations as from 1717 onwards. The town council appears to have adopted a policy of demolishing architecturally interesting buildings in favour of modernization. Happily, it also has a very active cultural department and there are always different forms of events happening throughout the year. The Municipal Museum is housed in an old sardine canning factory, and here regular exhibitions are held that cover art, history, and general culture, all of a local and national content. A boat Marina was recently opened adjoining Praia da Rocha and adds the fascinating sight of the many boats at anchor and a further choice of bars and restaurants in which to pass the evening. When approaching the town from the direction of Faro there is a choice of two bridges to cross. The old one runs along past the harbour but we would recommend visitors take the new bridge. It is so well balanced in design that it can be seriously considered among the most pleasing bridges to the eye built in Portugal in the 19th Century. On the river front near the square with the cafés many different boat tours and deep sea-fishing outings can be booked.

PORTIMÃO GOLF COURSES - Álamos : Alto Golf : Morgado : Penina Academy : Penina Championship : Penina Resort :

GOLF ACCOMMODATION - Where to Stay

PORTIMÃO - EVENTS
17th March - Feira de Alvor
April - Formula 1 Speed Boat Racing
3rd & 4th June - Feira de Sta. Catarina
July/August - Festival de Sardinha
7th to 9th August - Feira de Portimão
3rd August - Feira das Melancias (Watermelon)
7th of October - Feira de N. Sra. do Amparo
11th November - Feira of São Martinho
7th & 21st of every month - Flea Market

PORTIMÃO INFORMATION

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PORTIMÃO AREA RESTAURANTS - Where to eat

A Riberinho A small style "Tasca" restaurant specializing in fresh fish and shellfish and local dishes. Located in the old quarter ad very friendly and attentive service
Rua da Barca, 15 - Portimão	282 414 730
Campu's Typical "Casa de Pasto" restaurant. A set meal is served which provides bread, olives, soup, dish of the day (typical regional dish), fruit, wine and coffee - all for € 8.00. Does not accept Credit Cards and is closed on Saturdays.
Old EN 125, Quinta das Nespereiras - Portimão	282 475 270
Taberna da Maré This friendly tiny style "Tasca" restaurant specializing in fresh fish and shellfish and local dishes is typical of the excellent places that made Portimão so popular. Always open.
Travessa da Barca - Portimão	282 414 456
Tipoia A slightly hidden comfortable restaurant that is well liked by local businessmen for its traditional menu offering good Portuguese dishes at sensible prices.
Rua Senhora da Tocha, 10 - Portimão	282 426 118
Titanic Located on the ground floor of a block of apartments. Serving an International menu with good table service. Only open for dinners and accepts Credit Cards.
Rua Engenheiro Francisco Bivar - Praia da Rocha	282 422 371
Village Inn An intimate and cosy location for with friendly atmosphere located just across the river. European cuisine, personal service, and good value. Credit Cards accepted and closed on Mondays.
Mexilhoeira da Carregação	282 412 036
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Symbol ratings shown against a restaurant are as follows:
Michelin Star (2004) - Rating for Comfort - Value for money