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Praia Da Balbina

Praia Da Balbina

Portugal, Faro, Albufeira 

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Praia Da Balbina

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Located on the coast of Portugal, on the Iberian Peninsula, in the municipality of Albufeira, Praia da Balbina - also known as Balbina Beach - is a 360-meter-long beige sand beach with many rocky portions.  The beach is mainly divided into three areas by small rocky cliffs.  The main sand is located in the middle section, and one has to cross some rocks to access other parts of the beach.  It has a beautiful backdrop of forested mountains, coastal vegetation, and rocky outcrops, which together provide Instagram-worthy views of the vast North Atlantic Ocean.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants within a six-minute drive of Praia da Balbina.  Restaurante Evaristo is an upscale restaurant that has outdoor seating areas and serves salads, wraps, burgers, pasta, seafood, clams, shrimp, squids, lobsters, pork, meat, and poultry dishes.  Planet Italian Restaurant serves amazing Italian food, including pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, salads, soups, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Restaurante 54 serves delicious seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Restaurante Solgamba. serves amazing salads, bruschetta, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, seafood, meat, pork, and poultry dishes.   If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby restaurant, El Barrio Tapas Restaurant serves salads, burgers, paellas, pizzas, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for a hotel near Praia da Balbina, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star NAU Sao Rafael Suites is six minutes away by car and offers many amenities including three outdoor pools, a kid’s pool, a tennis court, a spa with a heated indoor pool, massage service, a hammam, a sauna, and two upscale restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Hotel Vila Galé Collection Praia, which offers many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a spa, a yoga studio, a hammam, a hot tub, tennis courts, and a restaurant.   Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star Hotel Baia Grande, which has many amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a sauna, a steam room, a fitness center, a game room with a billiards table, and a restaurant.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Villas Barrocal, which offers a few amenities including an outdoor pool, a game room, and a restaurant.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby hotel, the 3-Star Hapimag Resort Albufeira offers several amenities including an outdoor pool, a spa, and a restaurant.

Praia da Balbina does not have lifeguards or any other amenities except restrooms, so plan your trip accordingly.

Praia da Balbina offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, paddleboarding, building castles, strolling, and hiking.  If you are planning to go into the water, waves are usually calm, but we recommend being careful as the water is known to have rocky bottoms.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  The beach is ideal for visitors looking for a quiet beach experience, as this beach sees fewer visitors than other nearby beaches.  Dogs are allowed if they are on a leash, and it is open from sunrise until sunset.

Praia da Balbina does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Praia da Balbina is easy - the beach has a few parking spots located near Rua dos Marentas, Traversal Marentas, which provides easy access to the beach.   After parking, visitors have to walk for five minutes on a rugged path to access the beach.

Praia da Balbina is a perfect place to watch the sunset over the Albufeira shoreline.

There are many attractions near Praia da Balbina.  Zoomarine Algarve is a popular marine theme park that offers interesting dolphin shows, sea lion presentations, tropical bird performances, and educational exhibitions focused on protecting marine life and promoting environmental awareness.  In addition, visitors can also enjoy a mini-roller coaster, carousel, giant wheel,water slides, swimming pools, and other recreational facilities.  The Castle of Paderne is a well-preserved 12th-century Moorish fortress that features crenelated walls, towers, and a central courtyard.  It offers a unique glimpse into medieval history and provides panoramic views of the town of Albufeira and the Quarteira River.  Marina de Albufeira is a family-friendly recreational area that offers many amenities, including restaurants, bars, swimming pools, shops, a promenade, and water sports activities.  Visitors can enjoy boat trips and stroll along the promenade.  Aqualand Algarve is a family-friendly water park that features many thrilling water slides, wave pools, a lazy river, and splash pools.  It offers many other amenities, including restaurants, snack bars, picnic areas, sun loungers, parasol rental facilities, and locker rental services.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, Albufeira Old Town is located in the central part of the city and is well-known for its narrow cobblestone streets, buildings adorned with colorful trim, churches, museums, and traditional Portuguese architecture.  In addition, it offers a unique blend of history, culture, dining, and entertainment, making it a must-visit destination for tourists exploring the Algarve region of Portugal.

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  • Dogs

  • Entry Fee

  • Fire Pits

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  • Lifeguard

  • Marine Life

  • Pier

  • Playground

  • Restrooms

  • Shops

  • Showers

  • WiFi

  • Picnic Table

  • Activities

  • Bike Paths

  • Camping

  • Clubs Party Scene

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Nude

  • Paddle boarding

  • Scuba Diving

  • Snorkeling

  • Surfing

  • Tours

  • Volleyball

  • Cave

  • Rentals

  • ATV

  • Bikes

  • Boat

  • Fishing Boats

  • Jet Skiing

  • Kayaking Canoeing

  • Chair Rentals

  • Sailing

  • Speed Boats

  • Umbrella Rental

  • Waterskiing

  • Windsurfing

  • Yachts

  • Food

  • Bars

  • Food Snacks

  • Local Beach Vendor

  • Lounge

  • Restaurants

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    Does Praia Da Balbina have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Praia Da Balbina have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Praia Da Balbina a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Praia Da Balbina good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Praia Da Balbina have restrooms?

    No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is Praia Da Balbina a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Praia Da Balbina?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Praia Da Balbina?

    No, this Beach is not known for any activities in particular.

    Does Praia Da Balbina have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Praia Da Balbina a dog-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Praia Da Balbina good for surfing?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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