Carvoeiro
Watch artists hand-painting traditional azulejo tiles at this pottery stocking a vast array of ceramics, from fridge magnets to plates, bowls, vases,…
Must-see shopping in The Algarve
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The Algarve
Not only can you buy exquisite jams, chutneys, preserves, honeys, olive oils, carob powder and products, dried herbs, tinned fish, local wines and…
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Lagos
Portuguese handicrafts at this artisan emporium include ceramics, blankets, scarves and bags, along with stationery, cookbooks and music, while gourmet…
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The Algarve
Loulé's most impressive piece of architectural heritage is its art-nouveau market, a 1908 revivalist neo-Arab confection with four cupolas at the four…
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Faro
Chocolates made in Odemira in the neighbouring Alentejo region are enticingly displayed in glass cabinets at this little shop. Dark, milk and white…
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Faro
The Algarve's first craft brewery opened in 2018, producing organic, preservative-free, vegan brews inspired by the region, such as piri-piri pilsner and…
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Monchique
Carpenter José Leonardo Salvador has been crafting traditional Monchique chairs aka 'scissor chairs' from alder (a type of birch wood) since the 1960s,…
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Olhão
By the water, these two noble centenarian red-brick buildings are excellent examples of industrial architecture and house picturesque traditional fruit…
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Silves
In a white-washed building, Roger Metcalfe's ceramic's studio specialises in panels of beautiful azulejos (hand-painted tiles), lamp bases, bowls, vases…
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Lagos
Inside a landmark building covered in textured palm-green tiles, this little shop sells local crafts including ceramic bowls, vases, tiles, wall hangings…
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Monchique
Watch potter Leonel at work in his atelier while you browse his bright, quality ceramics (tableware, tile friezes, lampshades, wall hangings and fish…
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Lagos
Lagos' covered market is an intriguing place to wander, and a great spot to stock up on fresh produce and super-fresh seafood.
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Faro
Faro's modern covered market building makes a great place to wander, people-watch, buy fresh produce, sit down on a terrace with a coffee or have lunch at…
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Aljezur
Located near the bridge, the small covered market is a good place to buy fresh fruit and veggies, cured meats and locally caught seafood.
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Silves
On the northern banks of the river, Silves' municipal market has stalls selling fresh fish, meats, cheeses and local farm produce.
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Tavira
Opposite the market building, this outlet of the Algarve liquor chain has a good selection of Portuguese wines, port and spirits.
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Tavira
Tavira's hangar-like modern food market near the bridge at the eastern edge of town sells fruit, vegetables, meat and fish.
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Lagos
Run by a friendly British couple, Owl Story has an excellent supply of second-hand books in English.
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Sagres
Sagres' municipal market has stalls selling seafood along with fruit, vegetables and meat.
