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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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Praia do Carvoeiro has to offer.

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When to visit Praia do Carvoeiro

Praia do Carvoeiro in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Praia do Carvoeiro in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 137
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 Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 11h 10m.

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 C$ 17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Porto, expect to pay about C$ 42 for a 5h 43m 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 Klass Wagen and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Lisbon.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Praia do Carvoeiro, including ALSA, FlixBus and Bus. From Seville, the bus ride to Praia do Carvoeiro takes 155 miles and will cost you around C$ 30. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about C$ 10 for a journey of 180 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 Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 11h 10m.

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 C$ 17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Porto, expect to pay about C$ 42 for a 5h 43m 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 Klass Wagen and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Lisbon.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Praia do Carvoeiro, including ALSA, FlixBus and Bus. From Seville, the bus ride to Praia do Carvoeiro takes 155 miles and will cost you around C$ 30. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about C$ 10 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airports near Praia do Carvoeiro

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Airlines serving Praia do Carvoeiro

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Praia do Carvoeiro

From 5-star hotels such as the Tivoli Carvoeiro to great affordable options like the Colina da Lapa & Villas, Praia do Carvoeiro offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 174 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 272 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Praia do Carvoeiro

Most booked hotels in Praia do Carvoeiro

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Vale da Lapa Village Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 281+
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RR Hotel da Rocha
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 165+
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Vale d'El Rei Hotel & Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 154+
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Tivoli Carvoeiro
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 348+
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Vila Alba Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 247+
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Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 213+
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Renting a car in Praia do Carvoeiro

Expect to pay C$ 2.52 per litre 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 C$ 30.23 and C$ 40.31. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Seat Arona or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.52 per litre 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 C$ 30.23 and C$ 40.31. The most frequently booked car type in Praia do Carvoeiro is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Seat Arona or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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