Tavira

Tavira
Tavira has a pleasant setting on an estuary of the Ségua river at the foot of a hill girded by the remains of ramparts built by King Dinis. The Roman bridge and Moorish walls testify to the town's long history. In the past Tavira was an important centre for tuna and today continues some of its fishing activities. The local beach is an offshore bar. The town has 37! churches.

Trips
Spain 20 km to the east.
A boat trip to Praia da Ilha de Tavira - This vast sandy beach/island has a camping, restaurant and bar.

Sights
Castelo dos Mouros - Moorish castle with beautiful gardens.
The Roman Bridge - From the square Praça da República.
Igreja da Misericórdia
Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo

Museum
- Private Museum Monte da Guerreira - a.o. furniture, silverwork, porcelain and ceramics. - Museu Alvaro the Campos

Golf Courses
Benamor Golf - 18 Holes - Clubhouse with Bar & Restaurant - Driving Range - Putting-Green and large putting course
Tel. ++351 281-320880 Fax. ++351 281-320888
Colina Verde - 18 Holes - Bar & Restaurant - Driving Range - Putting-Green and Chipping Area - Golf Academy´ - Pro Shop
Tel. ++351 289-790110 Fax. ++351 289-791245
Quinta da Ria (5 kms east of Conceição) - 18 Holes - Algarvestyle Clubhouse - Pro Shop - Academy/Lessons - Driving Range
Tel. ++351 281-950580 Fax. ++351 281-950589
Quinta de Cima (5 kms east of Conceição) - 18 Holes - Clubhouse with Bar and Restaurant - Pro Shop - Lessons
Tel. ++351 281-950580 Fax. ++351 281-950589

Tourist Office
Tourist Information Rua da Galeria, 9 8800 Tavira
Tel. ++351 281-322511
Região de Turismo do Algarve Avª 5 de Outubro, 18 8000 FARO
Tel. ++351 289-800400 Fax. ++351 289-800489

Hotel
Hotel Apartamentos Golden Dune(**) Golden Club Cabanas 8800 TaviraTel. ++351 281-370972/3/4 Fax ++351 281-324324

Camping Sites
Camping Ilha de Tavira ** (Tavira at 2 km) 8800 Tavira
Tel. ++351 281 321709 Fax. ++351 281-321716
-Open 6/4 - 14/10
- On the beach/island. restaurant, bar, snack, playground, animation, minimarket.