Name: I have mixed feelings about this beach. While it's undeniably beautiful, the sea entrance is just too rocky 🫤🫤. It's secluded and uncrowded, giving it a unique appearance that makes you feel like you're on Mars or in the Sahara desert 🏜️🏜️! It's very nice, but ultimately not for us.
Item: Praia da Balbina
Rating: 8
Author: Ember

Most beautiful beaches of Algarve

Praia Nova

Nova Beach

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand

Portugal, Armacao de Pera 2.5 km

Malhada do Baraco

Malhada do Baraco beach

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque

Portugal, Porches 4 km

Praia da Marinha

Marinha Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand

Portugal, Porches 4.2 km

Cova Redonda

Cova Redonda beach

8.7

Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Portugal, Armacao de Pera 1.7 km

Praia das Fontainhas

Fontainhas Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Brown fine sand

Portugal, Armacao de Pera 3.2 km

Praia do Carvalho

8.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Portugal, Carvoeiro 3.7 km

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Quitest and lonely beaches in Algarve

Praia da Manta Rota

Manta Rota Beach

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Portugal, Manta Rota 0.4 km

Vale do Lobo

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Portugal, Fonte Santa 3.3 km

Garrao Nascente

Garrao Nascente beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Portugal, Corgo de Gondra 3.9 km

Praia da Prainha

Prainha Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Portugal, Alvor 1.8 km

Praia Verde

Verde Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Portugal, Altura 1.7 km

Quinta do Lago

Quinta do Lago beach

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand

Portugal, Ludo 2.4 km

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Sandy beaches in Algarve

Praia dos Pescadores

8.9

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Portugal, Albufeira 0.5 km

Praia dos Tomates

Tomatoes Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise water

Portugal, Vilamoura 2.4 km

Praia da falesia

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Portugal, Vilamoura 2 km

Ilha do Farol

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand

Portugal, Ilha do Farol 0.2 km

Nossa Senhora da Rocha

Nossa Senhora da Rocha beach

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand

Portugal, Armacao de Pera 2.2 km

Praia dos Alemaes

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Portugal, Albufeira 0.8 km

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Beaches for families with children in Algarve

Praia de Cacela Velha

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access

Portugal, Cacela Velha 0.5 km

Monte Gordo

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Portugal, Monte Gordo 0.7 km

Praia da Fuseta Ria

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Portugal, Fuzeta 0.5 km

Praia dos Tres Castelos

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Portugal, Portimao 2.4 km

Barranco das Belharucas

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand

Portugal, Olhos de Agua 1 km

Praia da Alagoa

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Portugal, Alto 1.6 km

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Nude (naturists) beaches in Algarve

Praia da Figueira

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Portugal, Salema 1.5 km

Praia das Furnas

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Portugal, Hortas do Tabual 2.2 km

Fuseta Island beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand

Portugal, Fuzeta 1.4 km

Praia Joao de Arens

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Portugal, Alvor 2.7 km

Praia do Barranco

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Portugal, Ingrina 1.9 km

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Beaches with shade in Algarve

Praia do Pau

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Portugal, Porches 4.1 km

Praia do Cao Raivoso

8.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Portugal, Porches 4.6 km

Vale Covo

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Portugal, Carvoeiro 1.1 km

Praia dos Tres Castelos

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Portugal, Carvoeiro 1 km

Praia da Balanca

7.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Portugal, Lagos 2.1 km

Praia da Vigia

7.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Portugal, Patroves 2.1 km

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Latest reviews on Algarve's beaches

Praia de Quarteira

9 Pedro S

Fantastic beach. Good access. Its one from a string of beaches, all with good quality sand, generally little to no currents. The promenade, more than just access, makes for a great walk in the morning, afternoon or evening. Food-wise, there are many restaurants to choose from. Many hidden gems just 200-500m away from the beach. It can be busy in the height of summer and same goes for parking. At first glance the town can seem its just the beaches, but it offers a extraordinary base for so much more. I grew up there and still is one of my prime spots around the world and can't but keep coming back.

Praia da Balbina

8 Ember

I have mixed feelings about this beach. While it's undeniably beautiful, the sea entrance is just too rocky 🫤🫤. It's secluded and uncrowded, giving it a unique appearance that makes you feel like you're on Mars or in the Sahara desert 🏜️🏜️! It's very nice, but ultimately not for us.

Praia de Carvoeiro

6 Natalya Kozlovskaya

This destination is quite popular among tourists and can get quite crowded. However, this can add to the vacation experience. Nevertheless, there are alternative locations to explore, such as Portimão, for those seeking a more secluded beach getaway.

Benagil Beach Praia de Benagil

8 Avery Chen

While the beach is decent, it's not the top contender among other beaches. Nevertheless, taking a trip to the cave is definitely worth it. It's not too difficult to swim to the cave, but it does require some swimming ability and physical fitness. For those who are not strong swimmers, I suggest renting a kayak to get there.

Praia da Salema

10 Kieran Averill.

This seaside spot boasts a classic beach setting with a lengthy expanse of sandy shore and the rhythmic sound of waves crashing onto the beach. The beach is flanked by rocky outcrops on both sides, which only add to the natural beauty of the landscape. For those who love to explore, a leisurely stroll past the rocky formations on the right is a must-do activity. However, it's important to time your walk according to the tides or come equipped with proper attire and swimming skills, as you may need to navigate over and around the rocks and may end up getting wet. Unfortunately, we had to cut our adventure short as the incoming tide was too swift for us to continue.

Praia do Castelo

10 Saimonas Gruja

With its serene ambiance and picturesque views, this beach is a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're collecting shells, lounging under the sun, creating sandcastles, taking a dip in the water, or sipping on a refreshing cocktail, there's something for everyone here. It's an ideal spot for unwinding and disconnecting from the world around you.

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Popular types of Algarve beaches

Most beautiful beaches of Algarve

Nova Beach

Malhada do Baraco beach

Marinha Beach

Cova Redonda beach

Fontainhas Beach

Praia do Carvalho

Quitest and lonely beaches in Algarve

Manta Rota Beach

Vale do Lobo

Garrao Nascente beach

Prainha Beach

Verde Beach

Quinta do Lago beach

Sandy beaches in Algarve

Praia dos Pescadores

Tomatoes Beach

Praia da falesia

Ilha do Farol

Nossa Senhora da Rocha beach

Praia dos Alemaes

Beaches for families with children in Algarve

Praia de Cacela Velha

Monte Gordo

Praia da Fuseta Ria

Praia dos Tres Castelos

Barranco das Belharucas