Portimão

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Portimao - |Portimao, Main Plaza

Portimão is the second largest city in the Algarve, Portugal, and famous for its fresh fish restaurants, grilled sardines being the most famous dish. One of the most well known beaches in the Algarve, Rocha ("Praia da Rocha") "Rocky Beach", is very close to Portimao, and there are numerous others nearby.

Travel to Portimão

There is an small airport near Portimão which despite having an IATA code does not feature any regularly scheduled flights. The nearby airport in Faro, only 70 kilometers away, has both domestic and several international routes from across Europe.

Trains on the, rather slow, regional line between Lagos_(Portugal) | Lagos and Faro stops here, it's about a 1½ hour journey from Faro, for connections to Lisbon change trains in Tunes just over half an hour to the east. Most trains continue on to Vila Real de Santo António on the Spanish border after a short layover in Faro.

Eva Bus offers numerous daily connections from Faro. There are also 5-6 daily connections from Lisbon (3 hours, €19) on the Expresso Qualidade service, and once daily from Seville (6 hours, €19) on the Lagos-Sevilha service. The bus station is on Largo do Dique a bit north of the centre, about 500 meters south of the road bridge.

Portimão is a sea port, Naviera Armas offers a weekly service from Las Palmas and Santa Cruz de Tenerife via Funchal (23 h) on Madeira Island.

Get Around

What to See

  • Praia da Rocha A 30 minutes walk from the centre of town or a 70 cent bus ride - The beautiful beach.
  • Praia do Vau Just walk west, along the scenic cliffs - The less known beach, but what a gem!

Things to Do

Wild dolphin watching departing from marina de Portimão in Praia do Rocha.

Watch football ie soccer at Portimonense SC, who play in Primeira Liga and the top tier of Portuguese football. Their stadium, Estádio Municipal de Portimão (capacity of 9500), is just south of downtown.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Portimão

The main street shopping area has a wealth of nice shops supplying clothes, jewelry, and ornamental objects.

Halal Restaurants in Portimão

  • Pizzeria Bulli & Pupe - Praia da Rocha ☎ +351 282-415645 - 37°07,08'N 08°32,74'W
  • Terezinha Rua Direita, 97 ☎ +351 252 425 690 - The oldest restaurant in Portimao and provides a fantastic seafood meal at very reasonable prices.
  • Casa Inglesa River front - Dixieland jazz every Thursday at 20:30.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Portimão

Portimão - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Portimão, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Portimão. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Portimão and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Portimão. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Portimão. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPortimão: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Portimão.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Portimão: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Portimão, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Portimão.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Portimão, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Portimão, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Portimão and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Portimão, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Portimão, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Portimão without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Portimão is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Portimão.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Portimão is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Portimão, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Portimão Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

  • Hotel Praia da Rocha ITC - Avenida das Comunidades Lusíadas 8500-809- ☎ +351 282 400 500
  • Mirachoro Apartments II | Urb. Alto do Quintao, 64/65 ☎ +351 282 460 880 - Inexpensive 3-star hotel.
  • Morgado Nau Hotel & Golf Resort - 8501-912 ☎ +351 282 241 540
  • Penina Hotel & Golf Resort - Po Box 146, Penina ☎ +351 282 420 200 - A "luxurious" hotel and golf resort, part of the JJW Hotels & Resort Group, comprises an 18-hole championship course and other amenities.

News & References Portimão


Travel Next

  • Lagoa - lovely beaches
  • Lagos_(Portugal) | Lagos
  • Monchique
  • Sagres
  • Silves - castle


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