What is the water and sand quality of the Praia dos Tesos?

The coastline of Praia dos Tesos is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Praia dos Tesos?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia dos Tesos, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Praia dos Tesos good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Praia dos Tesos is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Praia dos Tesos good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Praia dos Tesos secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia dos Tesos is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia dos Tesos?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia dos Tesos.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Três Palmeiras is the closest place located 1900 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia dos Tesos?

There are 1121 places to stay in the Praia dos Tesos area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2610342&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Akivillas Tavira In III</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4756361&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Convento Bernardas duplex - 3 bedroom</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3717151&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Flattered to be in Algarve</a></li></ul>

How far is the Praia dos Tesos from parking?

The Praia dos Tesos has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Praia dos Tesos?

There are 4 attractions near Praia dos Tesos that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tuna Fishing Museum Center located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia dos Tesos?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia dos Tesos is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia dos Tesos (Algarve) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Praia dos Tesos (Algarve) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Praia dos Tesos with bright sand surface

Photo of Praia dos Tesos with blue pure water surface

Photo of Praia dos Tesos with spacious shore

Photo of Praia dos Tesos with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Praia dos Tesos and the settlement

Praia dos Tesos

Tesos Beach

Mato do Santo Espírito, Portugal

7.7

#111 out of 152 in Algarve 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Tavira • 2.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Mini-Club Pedrinhas

5.1km

Playground Cacela velha

7.1km

Park Parque de merendas ilha de Tavira

80m

Hiking Area Parque/ jardim

1.6km

Park Park

1.6km

Park Parque

1.7km

Park Parque de exploração

1.9km

Park Jardim Público de Tavira

1.9km

Hiking Area Salines- Ciclovia de Tavira

1.9km

Park Jardim de Santa Luzia

3km

Park PARQUE INFANTIL JARDIM PÚBLICO MARGINAL DE SANTA LUZIA

3.1km

Seafood Restaurant Água Salgada Marisqueira - Tavira

8 - Very good 1.4km

Japanese Restaurant Restaurante Daiya Cocktail & Sushi

9 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante Três Palmeiras

8.6 - Excellent 1.6km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger Ranch

7.8 - Very good 1.6km

Bar Ofélia Brunch & Cocktail Bar

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Pizza Restaurant Tavira La Pizza

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Nikita

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Coisa Linda Tavira

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Restaurante A Barquinha

9 - Excellent 1.7km

Supermarket Continente

1.6km

Supermarket Pingo Doce Tavira - Centro

1.7km

Supermarket Shopping China

1.7km

Supermarket Minipreço

1.8km

Supermarket Coviran

3.3km

Supermarket Supermercado Luzia Mar

3.3km

Supermarket SPAR Vila Nova de Cacela

9.9km

Supermarket Supermercado Coviran

10km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Tesos

50m

Tourist Attraction Tuna Fishing Museum Center

8.6 - Excellent 230m

Tourist Attraction Salinas do Forte do Rato

470m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Forte da Barra

8.8 - Excellent 580m

Museum Tavira's Live Science Center

1.9km

Church Church of the Third Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

2km

Tourist Attraction Tavira Walking Tours

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praça da República

2.1km

Museum Igreja da Misericórdia

2.1km

Historical Landmark Camera Obscura - Tavira EYE

2.2km

Historical Landmark Cemitério das âncoras

4.4km

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About

Praia dos Tesos is located on the Gulf of Cadiz (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 111th place out of 152 beaches in the Algarve region 29.8 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Tavira settlement, just 2.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

4.2 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Tavira • 2.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Mini-Club Pedrinhas

5.1km

Playground Cacela velha

7.1km

Park Parque de merendas ilha de Tavira

80m

Hiking Area Parque/ jardim

1.6km

Park Park

1.6km

Park Parque

1.7km

Park Parque de exploração

1.9km

Park Jardim Público de Tavira

1.9km

Hiking Area Salines- Ciclovia de Tavira

1.9km

Park Jardim de Santa Luzia

3km

Park PARQUE INFANTIL JARDIM PÚBLICO MARGINAL DE SANTA LUZIA

3.1km

Seafood Restaurant Água Salgada Marisqueira - Tavira

8 - Very good 1.4km

Japanese Restaurant Restaurante Daiya Cocktail & Sushi

9 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante Três Palmeiras

8.6 - Excellent 1.6km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger Ranch

7.8 - Very good 1.6km

Bar Ofélia Brunch & Cocktail Bar

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Pizza Restaurant Tavira La Pizza

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Nikita

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Coisa Linda Tavira

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Restaurante A Barquinha

9 - Excellent 1.7km

Supermarket Continente

1.6km

Supermarket Pingo Doce Tavira - Centro

1.7km

Supermarket Shopping China

1.7km

Supermarket Minipreço

1.8km

Supermarket Coviran

3.3km

Supermarket Supermercado Luzia Mar

3.3km

Supermarket SPAR Vila Nova de Cacela

9.9km

Supermarket Supermercado Coviran

10km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Tesos

50m

Tourist Attraction Tuna Fishing Museum Center

8.6 - Excellent 230m

Tourist Attraction Salinas do Forte do Rato

470m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Forte da Barra

8.8 - Excellent 580m

Museum Tavira's Live Science Center

1.9km

Church Church of the Third Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

2km

Tourist Attraction Tavira Walking Tours

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praça da República

2.1km

Museum Igreja da Misericórdia

2.1km

Historical Landmark Camera Obscura - Tavira EYE

2.2km

Historical Landmark Cemitério das âncoras

4.4km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.6km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Quinta Vale Caranguejo

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Marlin • 2.2km from center

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1.9km from the beach

7.4 Good

Convento das Bernardas By Algartur (AL)

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Located at nearest locality

Marlin • 560m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.3 (Very good)

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Localities

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Tavira • 2.4km

Main locality of province

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Transport

Airport

FAO • 32.4km

Bus Station

Manuel De Almeida Martins E Susel Maria Agostinho Gaspar • 2.2km

Train Station

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Praia dos Tesos

Tesos Beach

Mato do Santo Espírito, Portugal

Playground Mini-Club Pedrinhas

Playground Cacela velha

Park Parque de merendas ilha de Tavira

Hiking Area Parque/ jardim

Park Park

Park Parque

Park Parque de exploração

Park Jardim Público de Tavira

Hiking Area Salines- Ciclovia de Tavira

Park Jardim de Santa Luzia

Park PARQUE INFANTIL JARDIM PÚBLICO MARGINAL DE SANTA LUZIA

Seafood Restaurant Água Salgada Marisqueira - Tavira

Japanese Restaurant Restaurante Daiya Cocktail & Sushi

Restaurant Restaurante Três Palmeiras

Fast Food Restaurant Burger Ranch

Bar Ofélia Brunch & Cocktail Bar

Pizza Restaurant Tavira La Pizza

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Nikita

Restaurant Coisa Linda Tavira

Restaurant Restaurante A Barquinha

Supermarket Continente

Supermarket Pingo Doce Tavira - Centro

Supermarket Shopping China

Supermarket Minipreço

Supermarket Coviran

Supermarket Supermercado Luzia Mar

Supermarket SPAR Vila Nova de Cacela

Supermarket Supermercado Coviran

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Tesos

Tourist Attraction Tuna Fishing Museum Center

Tourist Attraction Salinas do Forte do Rato

Tourist Attraction Praia do Forte da Barra

Museum Tavira's Live Science Center

Church Church of the Third Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Tourist Attraction Tavira Walking Tours

Tourist Attraction Praça da República

Museum Igreja da Misericórdia

Historical Landmark Camera Obscura - Tavira EYE

Historical Landmark Cemitério das âncoras

About

Weather

Tavira, Algarve,

Playground Mini-Club Pedrinhas

Playground Cacela velha

Park Parque de merendas ilha de Tavira

Hiking Area Parque/ jardim

Park Park

Park Parque

Park Parque de exploração

Park Jardim Público de Tavira

Hiking Area Salines- Ciclovia de Tavira

Park Jardim de Santa Luzia

Park PARQUE INFANTIL JARDIM PÚBLICO MARGINAL DE SANTA LUZIA

Seafood Restaurant Água Salgada Marisqueira - Tavira

Japanese Restaurant Restaurante Daiya Cocktail & Sushi

Restaurant Restaurante Três Palmeiras

Fast Food Restaurant Burger Ranch

Bar Ofélia Brunch & Cocktail Bar

Pizza Restaurant Tavira La Pizza

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Nikita

Restaurant Coisa Linda Tavira

Restaurant Restaurante A Barquinha

Supermarket Continente

Supermarket Pingo Doce Tavira - Centro

Supermarket Shopping China

Supermarket Minipreço

Supermarket Coviran

Supermarket Supermercado Luzia Mar

Supermarket SPAR Vila Nova de Cacela

Supermarket Supermercado Coviran

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Tesos

Tourist Attraction Tuna Fishing Museum Center

Tourist Attraction Salinas do Forte do Rato

Tourist Attraction Praia do Forte da Barra

Museum Tavira's Live Science Center

Church Church of the Third Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Tourist Attraction Tavira Walking Tours