Praia da Luz Things To Do

Beaches
The beach in Praia da Luz is an excellent example of a golden, Algarve beach. It has a wide stretch of sand and is easily accessible from the resort. It does get crowded during the summer months, but there are more secluded spots that can be found on the eastern side.

Visit the Villages
A trip to the nearby villages surrounding Praia da Luz should not be missed. Try the quaint, relaxing Burgau with its many picnic spots or beautiful coastal walks. For some superb restaurants serving the freshest of seafood, head to Benagil. The views over the ocean as you dine are worth the short trip alone.

Golfing
A Golfing holiday in Praia da Luz will not leave you disappointed. Golfing in the Algarve consists of some of the most spectacular courses in the world, and the views as you play your game are breathtaking. With over 20 golf courses in the Algarve, and more intended, you will be spoilt for choice.

Nightlife
The nightlife in Praia da Luz is the dance until dawn variety. This lively beach resort has an abundance of clubs, discos and bars. You can also kick the entertainment level up a gear and head to nearby Lagos if you like cutting edge dance music and the best restaurants.

Water Sports
If you are an enthusiast of water sports then the stretch of water at Praia da Luz will seem like paradise. The Atlantic coastline is perfect for surfing, and there are enough sunken wrecks and underwater caves to keep any diver happy. Water sports in Praia da Luz are very popular due to the warm, 22C water temperatures during the summer months.

Zoo
Children and adults will love the zoo at Lagos, not too far from Praia da Luz. The exotic animals at Lagos Zoological Park include gibbons, emus and wallabies and it is great fun day for the whole family.