VILAMOURA - DESCRIPTION
Vilamoura is the name given to an area rather than to any actual town. It is outstanding in that it is one of the largest single tourist complex in Europe and covers some 2.000 hectares of land. The land is variable in its type of vegetation, some parts covered in pine forests whilst others open recovered marshland. The company that owns this complex is very environmentally conscious and every effort is being made to protect nature within its continued planned development.

Due to the size of the resort area it offers the visitor nearly every form of sport and entertainment, and on the southern border is a long sandy beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Amongst the many attractions and facilities there are five different Golf Courses, a large Marina, a Lawn Bowling Club, a Tennis Centre, a Sports Club, a Shooting Club, 5 Star and 4 Star Hotels, Tourist Resorts and Apartments, self-catering Villas, Night Clubs, an International Casino, a Cinema, and an excellent Riding School.

Within the centre of Vilamoura there is a preserved Roman Site and Museum of Cerro da Vila providing an interesting glimpse into the past of the area. In Roman times this location was important in the production of a fish paste known as "garum". The ruins of this Roman industry also include the baths in which the mariners used to bathe. As a location specifically designed for tourism it has proved to be a very successful location for all ages due to the variety of facilities that it provides all ages of holidaymakers. The municipal administration of the area falls under that of Loulé.

VILAMOURA GOLF COURSES - Laguna : Millennium : Old Course : Pinhal : Victoria : Vila Sol :

GOLF ACCOMMODATION - Where to stay

VILAMOURA INFORMATION

Town Map	SOS	Support to Tourists	Detailed Information
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VILAMOURA AREA RESTAURANTS - Where to eat

Chez Carlos If you are looking for a very friendly bar and restaurant which is sport oriented - this is it! International cuisine. Accepts Credit Cards.
Parque das Amendoeiras - Vilamoura	289 321 644
Pátio das Laranjeiras Portuguese cuisine in a semi-hidden location behind and overlooking Vilamoura. Accepts Credit Cards.
Laranjeiras	289 302 370
Pier One A restaurant with a terrace overlooking the Marina. International cuisine. Accepts Credit Cards and closed on Mondays.
Cais da Esperança - Clube Naútico - Vilamoura	289 322 734
Thai Considered by some as the best Thai cuisine in the Algarve. Dinner only and accepts Credit Cards.
Vilamoura	289 302 370
Willie's An experienced chef provides his "fine dining" cuisine in a villa overlooking the golf course. Dinner only and reservations required. Closed Wednesdays and Credit Cards accepted.
Rua do Brasil, 2 - Vilamoura	289 380 849
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Symbol ratings shown against a restaurant are as follows:
Michelin Star (2004) - Rating for Comfort - Value for money