By air
Faro Airport (FAO) is ~30–35 minutes from Tavira by car. Private transfers can be arranged in advance for door‑to‑door ease; car hire is available at the terminal for flexible touring.
By car
The A22 (Via do Infante) connects the Algarve east‑west. From Faro, exit toward Tavira; the countryside lanes to Santo Estevão are scenic and straightforward. Allow extra time in peak season.
By train
Algarve regional trains run along the south coast (Vila Real de Santo António ↔ Lagos) with stops at Tavira. From the station, taxis are available for the short countryside approach.
Parking in Tavira (stress‑free)
Central parking is limited in high season. Use reliable free lots on the perimeter, then walk 5–10 minutes into the center:
- R. George Rosado parking (~450 m to center)
- Market hall (Mercado Municipal) lot (~750 m)
- Opposite Bombeiros Municipais (~600 m)
Plan your stay
New to the region? See why visit, where to stay, and day trips. Choose a refined base at Fazenda Nova Country Housefor effortless access to Tavira and the islands.