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How to get from Faro Airport to Praia da Rocha

Located 45 miles (74 km) west of Faro Airport, Praia da Rocha is a popular resort in the Algarve. Don’t waste time queuing for local taxis, pre-book your your door to door transfer with HolidayTaxis and your transport will be waiting for your on your arrival. We offer a low cost shuttle bus service and affordable, professional private vehicles that will get you to your hotel in no time.

Book one of our private taxis, minibuses or a luxury car, with a Meet and Greet airport service, and arrive at your destination in just 60 minutes. The journey time for our premium shuttles is 80 minutes, and 90 minutes with our standard shuttle. Additional extras, including child car seats and WiFi, are available to book in advance.

Things to see and do

Praia da Rocha has grown small beginnings into a major resort, offering a wide sweeping beach, a range of modern hotels, lots of amenities and things to do in the evenings. The beach is the longest on this part of the coast, although smaller, more secluded coves can be found not too far away. Beach cafes, watersports centres and parasols line the sands, with plenty of activities on offer.

The promenade that runs along the top of the beach is the place to be to watch the sunset, where holidaymakers can choose from the many bars, restaurants and nightclubs. There’s also a seafront casino, which puts on a nightly show, and lively Irish bars if you’re feeling far from home.

Top attractions

Be sure to visit Santa Catarina, a medieval fortress perched on a cliff. It’s the best place for views of the coast, and you see nearby Portimão Marina and its bustling bars and clubs. Portimão makes a great alternative for a night out and also has an older quarter that’s great to explore. In the summer, the Sardine Festival is a highlight, with great food, music and fireworks.

Another great place to visit is the town of Silves, with it big hilltop castle, a gothic cathedral and pretty town squares. For families, the top attractions are Zoomarine, a fantastic marine theme park, and the Slide and Splash water park.

Best restaurants

Praia da Rocha has a wealth of restaurants to suit every budget, with a whole range of different cuisines on offer. For the best seafood around, pay a visit to Restaurante O Farol, where you can feast on mussels, fish dishes and desserts. Enjoy some great pizza at a great price when you eat at Pizzeria La Dolce Vita, which even does a ‘pizza buffet’. Or, for a taste of home, go for a Full English at Taffys Grill.

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Types of HolidayTaxis transfer vehicles
March 31, 2023

At HolidayTaxis, we recognize that every traveler is different and may have their own preferences and requirements for their airport transfers. To accommodate this, we offer a diverse range of transfer vehicles for our customers to choose from, each with its own set of benefits and advantages.

For example, if you're traveling in a large group, our minibus or shared airport shuttle transfers might be the best option for you, as they can comfortably accommodate a larger number of passengers and their luggage. On the other hand, if you're traveling with just one or two companions, a private car may be more suitable for you as they offer a more intimate and personalised experience.