Praia Da Rocha Baixinha (Praia dos Tomates, Tomato Beach)

Located 13 kilometers east of the town of Albufeira along the southern coast of Portugal in the Algarve region, Praia da Rocha Baixinha - also known as Praia dos Tomates (Tomato Beach) - is a one-kilometer-long and 100-meter-wide golden sand beach.  This beach is commonly known as Praia dos Tomates (Tomato Beach) since there used to be a tomato plantation nearby, and the owners of those fields used to sell their tomatoes on the beach.  The beach is positioned at the eastern end of Praia da Falesia and is adjacent to the marina and resort of Vilamoura.  The beach is divided into two main sections, namely, Rocha Baixinha Oeste to the east, which is next to the mouth of the Quarteira River, and Rocha Baixinha-Leste to the west, near the resort of Vilamoura.  It has a beautiful backdrop of many red sandstone cliffs and many oceanfront buildings, including upscale restaurants and hotels, which together provide Instagram-worthy views of the vast North Atlantic Ocean.  Praia da Rocha Baixinha has been awarded the Blue Flag certification due to its cleanliness and water quality standards.

Praia da Rocha Baixinha offers many amenities, including lifeguards, restrooms, showers, sun loungers, parasols, beach equipment rental facilities, a pier, a boardwalk, and many beachfront restaurants.

Praia da Rocha Baixinha offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, kayaking, canoeing, snorkeling, diving, fishing, surfing, jet-skiing, parasailing, stand-up paddleboarding, walking, and hiking.  If you are planning to go into the water, it has a safe area to swim, but we recommend being cautious as the water is known to have unpredictable rip currents.  The water near the beach is shallow, which is ideal for canoes, kayaks, and small boats.  In addition, visitors can rent beach equipment or book kayak and boat tours.  If you like surfing, the beach offers great surfing opportunities, especially for beginners.  Snorkelers and divers may spot an array of marine life, making it a fascinating spot for nature enthusiasts.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  The beach is a perfect place to enjoy beach parties, which attract a large influx of visitors, especially during the summer season.  Interestingly, several Portuguese politicians love to spend holidays at this beach.  In addition, the beachcam Praia da Rocha Baixinha Albufeira offers a real-time feed of the beach conditions and is installed near the shore.  Dogs are not allowed here, and the beach is open from sunrise until sunset.

Praia da Rocha Baixinha offers an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Praia da Rocha Baixinha is easy - the beach has a large paid parking lot located at Praia da Rocha Baixinha, Olhos de Água 8200, 8200-648 Albufeira, Portugal, or there is another free parking lot positioned near Foros de Quarteira, Avenida da Praia da Falésia, 8200 Olhos de Água, Portugal, which provides easy access to the beach.

Alternatively, visitors can also access the beach on foot from Resort Vilamoura, crossing a wooden footbridge over the Quarteira stream.

This beach is commonly known as Praia dos Tomates (Tomato Beach) since there used to be a tomato plantation nearby, and the owners of those fields used to sell their tomatoes on the beach. 

Additionally, Praia da Rocha Baixinha means Low Rock Beach in English.  This beach is adjacent to the well-known Praia da Falesia, where the cliffs of Falésia descend to Praia da Rocha Baixinha, and the high cliffs of the neighboring beach gradually transform into low dunes on this beach.

There are many attractions near Praia da Rocha Baixinha.  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.  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.  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.  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.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants within a ten-minute drive of Praia da Rocha Baixinha.  Mare at Pine Cliffs 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.  A Lagosteira serves amazing seafood, meat, pork, and poultry dishes.  Pickwicks Tavern offers an outdoor seating area and serves amazing salads, pizzas, calzones, pasta, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Restaurante La Cigale serves delicious seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby restaurant, Rustico serves soups, salads, pasta, pizzas, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for a hotel near Praia da Rocha Baixinha, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star Domes Lake Algarve Autograph Collection is 20 minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including three outdoor pools, a kid’s pool, a spa with a heated indoor pool, an artificial lake, and several restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Tui Blue Falesia, which offers many amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, a spa, a sauna, a hot tub, tennis courts, and a restaurant.   Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star Adriana Beach Club Hotel Resort, which has many amenities, including four pools, a spa, a sauna, a steam room, a fitness center, a sports field, a mini-golf course, and a restaurant.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Dom Jose Beach Hotel, which offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool, mini-golf, and a restaurant.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby hotel, the 3-Star Quinta do Mel offers several amenities, including an outdoor pool, a garden, a tea room, and a restaurant.