Car rental in Vilamoura

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Vilamoura is a popular tourist complex area, not strictly speaking a town, in the Loule municipality of Portugal. Its location on the south coast of the Algarve places it close to the similarly popular Portuguese vacation destinations of Quarteira and Albufeira. Vilarmoura is the largest tourist complex in Europe, packed with facilities and amenities designed to make family vacations fun, safe and relaxing for all, and with year-round warm weather, it's easy to see why the area remains one of the most popular in the Algarve.

Things to Do in Vilamoura

No trip to Vilamoura would be complete without a visit to the area's gleaming centrepiece - the yacht-cluttered Marina. Surrounded by luxurious modern hotels and eateries, whether you're a yacht owner yourself or not, you'll certainly feel like you've struck it rich as you wander round the lapping Marina waters. The real gems in Vilamoura's crown however are its glorious white sand beaches, all meticulously clean and served by the cool Atlantic waters where diving is easily available. One of the area's hottest activities is golf, with six golf courses to choose from, as well as renowned Golfing Academy for those looking to brush up on their skills while on vacation. Top Three Attractions Roman Ruins of Cerro da Vila Vilamoura Marina A boat ride along the coast with visits to the nearby caves.

Top 3 Must See: Vilamoura

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  Roman Ruins of Cerro da Vila

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  Vilamoura Marina

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  A boat ride along the coast with visits to the nearby caves

Drive Around Vilamoura

Another reason for Vilamoura's popularity with tourist families is that it's so easy to get in and out of by car. The closest airport is one of Portugal's biggest and best-served - Faro, and it's only a 10-minute drive away. You'll find plenty of car rental options for Vilamoura at Faro airport, and from there it's an easy drive along the 125 to Vilamoura. If you're keen to explore further afield, the 125 also runs further east along the coast to Faro, as well as west past Quareira and Albufeira, on opts way to Lagos.