Praia dos Estudantes

In the town of

Lagos

Lagos achieves a rare balance, functioning as a vibrant, modern tourist center while preserving the palpable history of its past. Home to the iconic Ponta da Piedade and a vibrant historic center.

Praia dos Estudantes is a tiny Lagos cove best known for the arched footbridge, often called the Roman bridge, linking the cliff to a sea stack. Despite the nickname, the bridge is not Roman at all but a much later addition, and it has become one of the most photographed details on this stretch of coast. The cove itself is reached through a tunnel in the rock from the direction of Praia da Batata, and much of the sand disappears as the tide rises. It is a place for a look, a swim and a photograph rather than a full day with all the kit. It suits photographers, low-tide explorers and anyone walking the chain of coves out of Lagos.

Businesses in Lagos

All in Lagos

Luz Villa Sales

Cadela Carlota & Companhia

Riding for the Disabled Barlavento

Associação Humanitária dos Bombeiros Voluntários de Lagos

What’s on in Lagos

7JUL

Paid

Exhibition “Alinhados pela mesma lã” (‘United by the Same Wool’)

Tue 7 Jul · All day

17JUL

Paid

Street Entertainment 2026

Fri 17 Jul · All day

18JUL

Paid

‘Core Cuore’ exhibition, by CasaBranca

Sat 18 Jul · All day

18JUL

Paid

Exhibition ‘Between the Invisible and the Essential’, by Joana Varatojo and Clara Buser

Sat 18 Jul · All day

Offers in Lagos

Summer Special Offer — 30% off

20% off direct bookings, non-refundable rate

Buy tickets online – €2 off every admission

Places to see nearby

All places

Ponta da PiedadeViewpoint