With a host of first-class championship golf courses within a few minutes drive, Vilamoura is, without doubt, one of Europe's very best golfing destinations. In addition to its epic golf, visitors flock to the Portuguese paradise for its awesome nightlife. As such it is a popular hotspot for societies and groups, who can stay in one of the excellent central hotels. There are also a number of world-class golf resorts in Vilamoura, including the popular Dom Pedro hotels and courses.
Vilamoura may not have the super clubs of Puerto Banus or Magalluf, but surrounding the town's magical marina are some brilliant bars. Figo 7 is a sports bar extremely popular with groups, showing all the major live sporting events, while the town has a fine array of bars, including some well-known gentlemen's establishments and even a first-class casino, with slots and plenty of table games.
Vilamoura
Rated 9 by 17 golfers (Read reviews of Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa)
3 Nights, 2 Rounds
Vilamoura
Rated 8.4 by 78 golfers (Read reviews of Dom Pedro Marina Hotel)
3 Nights, 3 Rounds
Central Algarve
Rated 8.4 by 121 golfers (Read reviews of Vila Gale Ampalius)
3 Nights, 2 Rounds
When looking for the best golf holidays in Vilamoura, the courses from Dom Pedro provide the perfect destination for playing golf in the heart of the Algarve. The five championship courses are headlined by the Victoria golf course which has hosted the Portugal Masters since 2007.
The Royal and Ocean courses at Vale do Lobo provide amazing cliff-top views amidst the pine trees and lakes while the 27 holes at Vila Sol serve up varying levels of difficulty.
Hole in One (Popular sports bar)
The 19th Hole (Popular sports bar)
Figo 7 (Bar owned by Luis Figo)
O'Neils (Lively Irish bar)
Atlantic Bar (Live music bar)
The Punter (Popular Irish bar)
Vintage Gin & Cocktail Bar (Speciality cocktails)
Sunset (Gentleman's club)
Natraj (Indian)
Retinto (Rodizio & wine)
La Fragata (Steak house)
Harbour View Marina (Chinese)
Uniko Marina (Restaurant & Lounge)
Don Toro (Angus Steak House)
Chilly Lounge (Indian)
Le Rendez-Vous (French)
Quinta Quads (Off road tours)
Ocean Quest (Parasailing & Paragliding)
Family Golf Park (Crazy Golf)
Praia de Vilamoura (Popular beach)
Bike a wish (Cycling tours)
Cerro de Vila (Ancient ruins)
Casino Vilamoura (Casino)
Once you've touched down in the Algarve, the last thing you want to the start of your golf holiday in portugal is a long drive to your hotel. Take a look at drive times from Faro Airport to Vilamoura as well as key golf courses and hotels.
Drive Times from Vilamoura
25 minutes
10 Minutes
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5 Minutes
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Flights & Weather
2 hours 50 minutes
12-16°C
22-25°C
March - May & Sept - October