Praia da Rocha Holidays

Praia Da Rocha is a quiet, elegant resort located on the west side of the Algarve. It was also the first resort to be developed on the Algarve. Holidays in Praia Da Rocha are centred round its fine two-kilometre stretch of sandy beach, which is lapped by turquoise waters and set against a backdrop of sandstone cliffs. The beach is perfect for sunbathers and swimmers alike. Its gently shelving sands and calm seas are also popular with families. The resort enjoys a spectacular clifftop setting and has a well-developed tourist infrastructure, with its numerous hotels, shops, bars and restaurants.

Excursions in Praia da Rocha
Holidays in Praia Da Rocha offer a range of nearby excursions. Tourists can take a stroll along the clifftop promenade to the 17th-century fort, visit the local fishing villages of Alvor, Portimao and Rocha or travel further a field to the area of Monchique, which is home to natural springs, a Roman spa, and the highest mountain in the Algarve. Families can enjoy fun days out at Zoo Marine, Slide & Splash and Krazy World.

Evenings in Praia da Rocha
Those who fancy heading further a field can take the 2.5-hour drive to the Portuguese capital of Lisbon or the pretty Andaluzian capital of Seville, two hours away. Evenings in Praia De Rocha are spent strolling along the beachfront promenade, relaxing over drinks in the choice of bars, and tucking into traditional Portuguese dishes in the wide selection of restaurants. A number of hotels also host evening entertainment, including live music and dancing. Tourists can also try their luck at the resort's casino