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Praia da Oura
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About
Praia da Oura is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 26th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 27 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Albufeira settlement, just 1.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and brown fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
A significant part of the beach has a restricted access. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
10 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia dos Pescadores, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Praia da Oura is located in Algarve within Albufeira, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach was lovely, with caves and powerful waves. The jet ski ride was secure, as riders were dropped off on a boat with lifeguards and stayed in the boat until they returned. Photos were available for 20 euros, taken by the lifeguards on the boat. The parachute ride wasn't as enjoyable as it was like flying a kite in the sea, not going very high and controlled by a rope ..."
Kellan Ross
"This beach is an ideal spot for relaxation or leisurely strolls. It's clean and well-equipped with chairs and beds, and the water is pleasantly cool. There are also some stunning caves, and of course, the lovely ladies!"
Kian Ralz
User reviews
"The beach was lovely, with caves and powerful waves. The jet ski ride was secure, as riders were dropped off on a boat with lifeguards and stayed in the boat until they returned. Photos were available for 20 euros, taken by the lifeguards on the boat. The parachute ride wasn't as enjoyable as it was like flying a kite in the sea, not going very high and controlled by a rope ..."
Kellan Ross
"This beach is an ideal spot for relaxation or leisurely strolls. It's clean and well-equipped with chairs and beds, and the water is pleasantly cool. There are also some stunning caves, and of course, the lovely ladies!"
Kian Ralz
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Vale Rabelho 2.2 km
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Armacao de Pera 2.5 km
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What to do in Praia da Oura? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Praia da Oura can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Praia da Oura. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Praia da Oura implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Grand Muthu Oura Vie...• 4 min walk
- Xflow• 5 min walk
- World Sports Snack B...• 5 min walk
- Invictus• 6 min walk
Attractions
- Zebra Safari Tours• 2 min walk
- The Strip• 12 min walk
- Galeria Municipal de...• 24 min walk
- Tourist Attractions...• 27 min walk
Transport
- FAO• 24.5km
- Albufeira• 29 min walk
- Albufeira - Ferreira...• 4.8km
Localities
- Albufeira• 1.8km
- Faro• 27km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia da Oura?
The Praia da Oura is covered with brown fine sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Praia da Oura?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Praia da Oura has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Praia da Oura is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Praia da Oura good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Praia da Oura does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Praia da Oura good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is partly a hotel beach, part of the territory belongs to the hotel, and the rest of the beach is open to everyone. Only hotel guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Praia da Oura secluded and good for relaxing?
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.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Praia da Oura?
Praia da Oura can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia da Oura?
The bar is located right on the Praia da Oura.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Grand Muthu Oura View Beach Club is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia da Oura?
There are 6134 places to stay in the Praia da Oura area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia da Oura include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia da Oura from parking?
The Praia da Oura 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 da Oura?
There are 4 attractions near Praia da Oura that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Zebra Safari Tours located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia da Oura?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia da Oura is August. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Praia da Oura (Algarve) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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