Praia do Carvoeiro travel guide

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With a population of 2,784, Praia do Carvoeiro is a must-see destination in Faro, Portugal. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Praia do Carvoeiro has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Praia do Carvoeiro

When to visit Praia do Carvoeiro

Praia do Carvoeiro in November
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Praia do Carvoeiro in November
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Praia do Carvoeiro

Plane

Although Praia do Carvoeiro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Faro Algarve Airport (FAO), which is located 28 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. The shortest flight to Praia do Carvoeiro from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 45m.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Praia do Carvoeiro. The train journey from Praia do Carvoeiro to Lisbon takes 2h 52m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Porto, expect to pay about $26 for a 5h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car rental from Lisbon, which is about 117 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Klass Wagen, among others, in Lisbon.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Praia do Carvoeiro, including FlixBus, ALSA and rede expressos. From Seville, the bus ride to Praia do Carvoeiro takes 165 miles and will cost you around $26. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 190 miles.

Plane

Although Praia do Carvoeiro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Faro Algarve Airport (FAO), which is located 28 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. The shortest flight to Praia do Carvoeiro from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 45m.

Train

Comboios de Portugal is the only carrier operating train routes to Praia do Carvoeiro. The train journey from Praia do Carvoeiro to Lisbon takes 2h 52m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Porto, expect to pay about $26 for a 5h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Praia do Carvoeiro is to pick up a car rental from Lisbon, which is about 117 miles from Praia do Carvoeiro. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Klass Wagen, among others, in Lisbon.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Praia do Carvoeiro, including FlixBus, ALSA and rede expressos. From Seville, the bus ride to Praia do Carvoeiro takes 165 miles and will cost you around $26. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airports near Praia do Carvoeiro

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Airlines serving Praia do Carvoeiro

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,936 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,727 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
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Where to stay in Praia do Carvoeiro

Average rates range from around $117 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Praia do Carvoeiro

Most booked hotels in Praia do Carvoeiro

Vale da Lapa Village Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1025 reviews)
$220+
Tivoli Carvoeiro
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 3994 reviews)
$299+
RR Hotel da Rocha
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 4211 reviews)
$133+
Vale d'El Rei Hotel & Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1352 reviews)
$131+
Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1044 reviews)
$186+
Vila Alba Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 998 reviews)
$193+

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro costs $19 per day, on average, or $57 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 49% cheaper than airport locations in Praia do Carvoeiro.

Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Praia do Carvoeiro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.31 and $115.08. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Renault Captur or similar) are, on average, 85% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro costs $19 per day, on average, or $57 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 49% cheaper than airport locations in Praia do Carvoeiro.

Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Praia do Carvoeiro (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.31 and $115.08. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Renault Captur or similar) are, on average, 85% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.