easy
3 hours
Moderate walking ability needed, mostly flat terrain
Discover the flavorful stories of Olhão with Algarve Nature Tours’ 3-hour culinary journey, blending history, culture, and local bites. Perfect for curious travelers!
3 hours | Hiking | 2.3 km - Easy
Embark on a captivating 3-hour tour of Olhão, where history and myth intertwine. Explore charming alleys and iconic “tascas” while savoring six delicious food tastings and three refreshing drinks. Discover the unique architecture and rich culture of this picturesque fishermen town, making for an unforgettable culinary adventure.
Adult (11+): € 88 Children (6-10): € 45 < 6 years old: free (Infants must be accompanied by at least one adult)
What is included: Guided visit on the city center plus 6 food tasting and 3 drinks (glass of wine from the region, beer, juice or water).
3 hours
Olhão is located in the heart of Ria Formosa Reserve. A fishermen town facing an intricate landscape of lagoons, canals, salt pans and sand banks that are separated from the Atlantic by several barrier islands.
Known as a fishermen town, with its houses with roof terraces and minarets it is a patchwork of white cubes and original chimneys which earned the epithet of the “cubist” city.
By doing this tour with us you will be guided by the history and mythic stories of Olhão. We will walk through the alleys and the labyrinth of lanes and little streets discovering interesting corners. And to have an outstanding experience we will discover the small and typical food houses to taste the best food specialties of the city and wine from the region.
The tour takes you around the city center, the alleys and labyrunth of lanes while you will learn about the history and the legends of the city. Also this tour will take you to the most iconic “tascas” (small typical restaurants) from the city to taste their specialty dishes. You will have included 3 drinks and 8 small typical snacks.
Time: 10h30 (please arrive 10 minutes earlier to the meeting point. We all want to have a great experience starting on time)
When: Wednesday & Thursday
Language: English (Portuguese, French & German on request )
Duration: approximately 3 hours
Distance: 2,3 km / 1,6 miles (easy)
Group size: 6 pax min, 12 pax max
Strolling through cobbled alleys works best with supportive footwear.
Enjoy plenty of tastings and flavorful bites throughout the tour.
Bring water to stay refreshed during the walking tour.
Ask questions and learn the stories behind each snack and stop.
Olhão’s fishing roots date back centuries, shaping its unique architecture and lively markets.
Efforts to preserve Olhão’s historic buildings and promote sustainable fishing practices help maintain its cultural heritage.
Necessary for walking on cobbled streets and uneven surfaces.
Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen recommended in sunny weather.
summer specific
Stay hydrated during the tour.
Bring layers for variable weather or shade.
spring, fall specific