This is yet another monumental palaces whose construction represents the time of splendor of the families who, in the second half of the 19th century, enriched thanks to the production of wine in its greater apogee. In this case, the Alvarez family came from Spain to take refuge in Portugal for political issues and José Maria Alvarez was Minister of industry of the Government of the first Republic.

Located next to the typical Algarve village of Olhos de Água, whose name comes from the freshwater springs that sprout in the sand, it is a sand shell occupied, in part, by the fishermen's boats and by the many vacationers who come here. A visit to Olheiros de Água is recommended and also a stroll through the small area of restaurants and some shops.

The Bairro do Avillez is a space composed of several restoration concepts: in the Mercearia there are cheeses and sausages, wines and books; in the Taberna appetizers for those who like to eat well; in Páteo, fish and seafood stand out; The Beco invites to a dinner-show and Cantina Peruana proposes Peruvian flavors preceded by delicious cocktails at the Pisco Bar Lisboa.

Sophisticated snacks Bar. An excellent option for those who want a light meal in a markedly cosmopolitan and not priced too high. Offers menus for the various moments of the day: breakfast, Brunch Menu (late morning), menu for snacking all day, 5 o'clock tea Menu and Happy Hour Menu. The decor is minimalist and Portuguese cuisine.

Romaria de Bacchus is an area in the historic centre of the town of Sintra aimed at all those who wish to dine in a quiet environment with air conditioning and music. Has the ideal conditions to enjoy a range of tapas and dishes accompanied by a good wine by the glass or bottle. Night works as a wine bar, offering a wide range of wines, champagnes and cocktails.

The Lady Peliteiro is a multifaceted space. In addition to a restaurant, it's also a gastronomic atelier. There are workshops and catering for private parties. For those who wish, Ms. Peliteiro moves home. The letter reflects diverse influences, being common to appealingly as the dishes are presented alo both lunch and dinner, as in organized theme dinners. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays are reserved for workshops.

The Bairro do Avillez is a space composed of several restoration concepts: in the Mercearia there are cheeses and sausages, wines and books; in the Taberna appetizers for those who like to eat well; in Páteo, fish and seafood stand out; The Beco invites to a dinner-show and Cantina Peruana proposes Peruvian flavors preceded by delicious cocktails at the Pisco Bar Lisboa.

The Bairro do Avillez is a space composed of several restoration concepts: in the Mercearia there are cheeses and sausages, wines and books; in the Taberna appetizers for those who like to eat well; in Páteo, fish and seafood stand out; The Beco invites to a dinner-show and Cantina Peruana proposes Peruvian flavors preceded by delicious cocktails at the Pisco Bar Lisboa.

Stately residence dating from the 18TH century, an interesting architectural ensemble of Baroque style, typically Minho. This beautiful palatial residence, although privately owned, well worth a visit, at least to the outside. Through the iron gate you can see the pretty walled courtyard where stands out the upper gallery alpendrada. In the courtyard in front of the gate there is a fountain lined with tiles and the original Sundial. off the patio, front part to the majestic gate, deserves attention an interesting Baroque fountain, transferred from the Franciscan convent of São Paio of Mount for this site in 1899, and …

The convent was founded by Justa Rodrigues Pereira, wet nurse of King Manuel I, in 1490, during the reign of King John II. This monarch, who visited the construction the following year, decided to expand the initial project. He entrusted the construction to Diogo Boitaca, the first architect of the Jerónimos Monastery, who carried out his first work in the country here. The convent has a beautiful portal and Manueline windows. Inside, the beautiful twisted columns of the hall church, which belonged to the convent of the Franciscan Poor Clares, deserve special mention. Because they belonged to a cloistered order, …