Guidebook for São Bartolomeu de Messines

Cheryl
Guidebook for São Bartolomeu de Messines

Sightseeing

Alte, one of the prettiest villages in the Algarve has great spots for wild swimming. Visit the tea room, Aqua de Mel, for the best toasted sandwiches and cakes.
65 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Alte
65 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Alte, one of the prettiest villages in the Algarve has great spots for wild swimming. Visit the tea room, Aqua de Mel, for the best toasted sandwiches and cakes.
Cathedral near the castle in Silves
27 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Silves Cathedral
Rua do Sagrado Coracão de Maria
27 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Cathedral near the castle in Silves
One of the largest and best examples of a Moorish castle. Walk along the castle walls and enjoy magnificent views. Water gardens and tea room within the the walls of the castle.
89 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Café Silves Castle
Rua do Castelo
89 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
One of the largest and best examples of a Moorish castle. Walk along the castle walls and enjoy magnificent views. Water gardens and tea room within the the walls of the castle.
Great for rock climbing and where the Bonelli eagle (Aquila fasciata) has been seen.
19 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Rocha Da Pena
5 Rua dos Compadres
19 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Great for rock climbing and where the Bonelli eagle (Aquila fasciata) has been seen.
The Paderne Castle trail starts by following the Ribeira de Quarteira River then cross over a roman bridge to get to the Paderne Castle where you can enjoy magnificent views.
8 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Paderne
8 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
The Paderne Castle trail starts by following the Ribeira de Quarteira River then cross over a roman bridge to get to the Paderne Castle where you can enjoy magnificent views.
There is circular trail of 5 km on the south coast that is rich in bird life especially outside the summer season and during the bird migration period.
175 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Alvor
175 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
There is circular trail of 5 km on the south coast that is rich in bird life especially outside the summer season and during the bird migration period.
Fóia is the highest point of the Algarve, Mt Foia (902 meters), for spectacular views of the Algarve. Book downhill cycling with Frank at Outdoor -Tours, +351 282 969 520 or info@outdoor-tours.com
38 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Fóia
38 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Fóia is the highest point of the Algarve, Mt Foia (902 meters), for spectacular views of the Algarve. Book downhill cycling with Frank at Outdoor -Tours, +351 282 969 520 or info@outdoor-tours.com
Known for the medicinal waters and can be sampled from a fountain below the town. Experience one of the many relaxing and well being programs on offer at the new spa.
52 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Caldas de Monchique
52 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Known for the medicinal waters and can be sampled from a fountain below the town. Experience one of the many relaxing and well being programs on offer at the new spa.
When exploring the cobbled streets, follow the Monchique Crafts and Producers map
266 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Monchique
Lugar do Montinho
266 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
When exploring the cobbled streets, follow the Monchique Crafts and Producers map
Lovely views of Funcho de Diante on the walking route of the Via Algarviana.This road winds up around the hillsides for 7km with spectacular views of the Funcho dam and the reservoir.
Funcho de Diante
Lovely views of Funcho de Diante on the walking route of the Via Algarviana.This road winds up around the hillsides for 7km with spectacular views of the Funcho dam and the reservoir.
The Cross of Portugal is 3m tall and made out of limestone and can b seen en-route to the Moorish castle.
Rua da Cruz de Portugal
Rua da Cruz de Portugal
The Cross of Portugal is 3m tall and made out of limestone and can b seen en-route to the Moorish castle.

Food Scene

Typical Portuguese restaurants where you can have a 3 course meal for about €8.00 includes water and wine. Casa da Vinho is a family favourite. Vale Fuzeiros, 8375-082, Silves, Call +351 282 332 277
Vale Fuzeiros
Typical Portuguese restaurants where you can have a 3 course meal for about €8.00 includes water and wine. Casa da Vinho is a family favourite. Vale Fuzeiros, 8375-082, Silves, Call +351 282 332 277
Simply known as Rui's and well known in the Algarve for the best seafood and fish dishes. Rua Comendador Vilarinho 27, 8300 Silves, +351 282 442 682
72 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Marisqueira Rui
27 R. Comendador Vilarinho
72 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Simply known as Rui's and well known in the Algarve for the best seafood and fish dishes. Rua Comendador Vilarinho 27, 8300 Silves, +351 282 442 682
Dine in the candle lit garden with Moorish decor. Serve Mediterranean cuisine including pasta, seafood & fish, steak, duck & venison. Colina Verde, 8365-061 Algoz, +351 963 393 939 / 282 574 766
6 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Restaurant Colina Verde
13 Urbanização Colina Verde
6 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Dine in the candle lit garden with Moorish decor. Serve Mediterranean cuisine including pasta, seafood & fish, steak, duck & venison. Colina Verde, 8365-061 Algoz, +351 963 393 939 / 282 574 766
A lovely fish and seafood restaurant on the beach in Olhas d'Agua. Very popular book in the busy season call +351 289 501 637
16 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
La Cigale
65 R. 25 de Abril
16 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
A lovely fish and seafood restaurant on the beach in Olhas d'Agua. Very popular book in the busy season call +351 289 501 637
A lovely fish and seafood restaurant on the beach in Olhas d'Agua. Very popular book in the busy season call +351 289 502 852
27 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
O Pássaro Azul
Rua das Gémeas
27 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
A lovely fish and seafood restaurant on the beach in Olhas d'Agua. Very popular book in the busy season call +351 289 502 852
Two Michelin Stars, sea view, part of the hotel Vila Vita Parc. Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, 8400-450 Porches Call +351 282 310 161
21 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Ocean Restaurant
Rua Anneliese Pohl
21 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Two Michelin Stars, sea view, part of the hotel Vila Vita Parc. Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos, 8400-450 Porches Call +351 282 310 161
Chicken Piri Piri restaurant. Serves a variety of Portuguese dishes, including the traditional chicken dish with hot pepper sauce (piri-piri), pork & fish. Rua 25 de Abril 14, 8200-433 Guia
69 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Ramires
14 R. 25 de Abril
69 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Chicken Piri Piri restaurant. Serves a variety of Portuguese dishes, including the traditional chicken dish with hot pepper sauce (piri-piri), pork & fish. Rua 25 de Abril 14, 8200-433 Guia

Shopping

When staying at the River House, the town Messines is only a 5 minute drive. Visit the butcher, coffee shops, daily fruit and veg market and the InterMache supermarket.
São Bartolomeu de Messines
When staying at the River House, the town Messines is only a 5 minute drive. Visit the butcher, coffee shops, daily fruit and veg market and the InterMache supermarket.
Algarve shopping centre has lovely shops, restaurants, chemist and the super market, Continente.
606 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Algarve Shopping
2389 Caminho dos Alámos
606 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Algarve shopping centre has lovely shops, restaurants, chemist and the super market, Continente.
Enjoy lunch at the restaurant, Bar Bacchus, with outdoor sunny deck, at the Porches Pottery outlet. Visit the other pottery stores near Porches Pottery such as Olaria Pequena and Casa Algarve.
31 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Porches Pottery
31 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Enjoy lunch at the restaurant, Bar Bacchus, with outdoor sunny deck, at the Porches Pottery outlet. Visit the other pottery stores near Porches Pottery such as Olaria Pequena and Casa Algarve.
Every morning except, Sundays, visit the Loule indoor market in the Arabian style market hall on Praça da República surrounded by coffee shops and restaurants.
145 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Loulé
145 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Every morning except, Sundays, visit the Loule indoor market in the Arabian style market hall on Praça da República surrounded by coffee shops and restaurants.

Entertainment & Activities

Love this sandy blue flag beach, it is ideal for small children as all the facilities are close on hand.
58 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Olhos de Água
58 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Love this sandy blue flag beach, it is ideal for small children as all the facilities are close on hand.
Buy water park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
540 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Stazzjon Slide & Splash
125 Vale de Deus
540 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Buy water park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
Buy water park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
225 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Aqualand Algarve
N125
225 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Buy water park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
Buy water park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
388 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Aquashow Park - WaterPark
n.º 1 R. do Semino
388 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Buy water park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
A great water park for both young and old. Book in advance to swim with the dolphins at Zoo Marine. Buy park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
792 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Zoomarine Algarve
KM 65 N125
792 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
A great water park for both young and old. Book in advance to swim with the dolphins at Zoo Marine. Buy park entry tickets online to avoid queueing and you more likely to get a special rate.
Parasailing and jet ski on Albufeira's Praia (beach) dos Pescadores is very popular.
308 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Albufeira
308 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Parasailing and jet ski on Albufeira's Praia (beach) dos Pescadores is very popular.
A lovely zoo and is a fantastic day out for all ages, with lots of lovely animals. Open all year round, 7 days a week.
221 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Zoo ta 'Lagos
221 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
A lovely zoo and is a fantastic day out for all ages, with lots of lovely animals. Open all year round, 7 days a week.
A great family day out at the water park that has a small zoo, krazy golf, playground area, animal petting farm, pony rides and a pool to relax by.
98 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Zoo Krazy World
98 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
A great family day out at the water park that has a small zoo, krazy golf, playground area, animal petting farm, pony rides and a pool to relax by.

Essentials

In the historical town, Silves, you will find the supermarket, Continente, for a wide selection of groceries.
279 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Silves
279 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
In the historical town, Silves, you will find the supermarket, Continente, for a wide selection of groceries.
Apolónia Supermarket’s delicatessen is a ‘World of Flavours’. Butcher, bakery, fish counter, sushi, fruit and veg and wine.
66 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Apolónia Supermercados
66 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Apolónia Supermarket’s delicatessen is a ‘World of Flavours’. Butcher, bakery, fish counter, sushi, fruit and veg and wine.

Everything Else

Guests who use the Amendoeira Sports Club for recreational sports can purchase drinks and snacks from the Sports Bar in the main sports club building. Large TVs show the main sports channels.
29 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Amendoeira Golf Resort
Morgado da Lameira
29 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Guests who use the Amendoeira Sports Club for recreational sports can purchase drinks and snacks from the Sports Bar in the main sports club building. Large TVs show the main sports channels.
Bathe in the warm, natural mineral-rich waters and choose from a range of spa treatments designed to ease the body and soothe the mind.
44 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Monchique Thermal Baths
44 il-persuni tal-post jissuġġerixxu
Bathe in the warm, natural mineral-rich waters and choose from a range of spa treatments designed to ease the body and soothe the mind.