The Algarve's prettiest town, with a Roman bridge, a riverside of old houses and island beaches reached by little ferry. Here's what Tavira is like, when to go and how long to stay.
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Temperatures are the average daytime high in °C.
May, June, September and October are ideal, warm and sunny with quieter island beaches. July and August are hot and busy. Winter is mild and sunny, around 17°C, and the town stays lively.
A long sandy island beach, reached by a short ferry from town.
Walk or take a little train to the beach, past an anchor cemetery.
The old bridge over the Gilão river, at the heart of town.
Climb up to the castle garden for views over the rooftops.
Boat trips through a lagoon full of birds, including flamingos.
A tiny clifftop village above a lagoon beach, 15 minutes away.
Yes. It's one of the Algarve's most charming towns, with great island beaches and none of the high-rise resorts.
Fly into Faro, which has many direct flights from the UK, then take the train or drive, about 35 minutes.
May, June, September and October, around 22 to 28°C.
Yes. The eastern Algarve is calmer and a few degrees warmer, which suits families.
A week gives time for the islands, the lagoon and a few day trips.
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