🇵🇹 Lagos, Portugal | One Perfect Day of Caves, Cliffs & Coastal Magi
"The Algarve is huge—how to pick just one spot? After endless map-staring, I cracked the code for Lagos!" 📍 Where? Western Algarve, where Atlantic cliffs meet golden beaches. ⏳ Time needed: 1 full day (beaches + old town + boat tour). 🌞 MORNING: Cliff Hike & Secret Beaches 🚶♀️ Route: Praia do Estudantes → Roman Bridge (P1) → Dona Ana Beach → Camilo Beach → Ponta da Piedade 5-6km hike (3hrs with photos) switching between cliff-top boardwalks and staircases to hidden beaches. Don’t miss: The "Roman Bridge" rock arch (📸 iconic shot!), and descending to Ponta da Piedade’s beach (trust me!). ⚠️ Note: Trails involve steep drops—wear grippy shoes! 👟 🏰 AFTERNOON: Old Town Wander + Lunch Start at Lagos Castle, meander cobbled streets to St. Anthony Church. EAT HERE! Old town restaurants serve fresh seafood & pastéis de nata. 🥘🍮 ⛵ SUNSET: Cave Explorer Boat Tour Booked on GetYourGuide (1.5hrs, departs 4:25PM). Highlights: Zip into 6-7 sea caves (moody and mysterious!). Golden-hour cliffs + Atlantic sunset = pure magic. 🌅 Pro tip: Sit on the right side for best cave views! 📌 ESSENTIALS: ✔ Parking: Near Praia do Estudantes (early = better spots!). ✔ Footwear: Hiking sandals or sneakers (no flip-flops!). ✔ Boat tour: Bring a windbreaker—it gets chilly! 🧥 #AlgarveAdventures 🏖️ #LagosPortugal 🇵🇹 #CliffHiker 🥾 #SecretBeaches 🤫 #SunsetBoatTour ⛵ #EuropeanHiddenGems 💎 #NoFilterNeeded ✨