Quarteira
Unlike its purpose-built neighbors, Quarteira is a real Portuguese resort town. Famous for its palm-lined promenade (Calçadão), massive weekly market, and one of the freshest fish markets in the region. It offers a lively, unpretentious atmosphere popular with Portuguese families and long-stay visitors.
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Portugal Resident2d agoVintage military vehicles roll into Quarteira
Quarteira is hosting the sixth Algarve Vintage Military Vehicles Meeting (Encontro de Veículos Militares Antigos do Algarve) until Sunday, September 20, bringing historic military vehicles, parades and live entertainment to The post Vintage military vehicles roll into Quarteira appeared first on Portugal Resident .
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Postal4d agoDia Mundial do Animal mobiliza Quarteira para adoção e bem-estar animal
Fotografias de animais para adoção integram exposição de Carlos Filipe patente durante todo o mês de outubro em Quarteira
PTPostal5d agoSupertaça do Algarve de Futsal fica na Luz de Tavira após triunfo dos Sonâmbulos
Equipa da Luz de Tavira venceu o Quarteira FC por 5-2, em Loulé, e conquistou a Supertaça do Algarve de futsal sénior masculino
Quarteira FAQs
- What day is the market in Quarteira?
- Quarteira Wednesday Market: Every Wednesday. See the upcoming dates at algarvecircle.com/markets/quarteira-street-market.
- How many places are listed in Quarteira on Algarve Circle?
- 63 places in Quarteira, including restaurants, services and things to do, each contactable directly with no commission.
- Are there beaches near Quarteira?
- Yes. Beaches near Quarteira include Praia de Quarteira, Praia de Vilamoura, Praia do Forte Novo. See them all at algarvecircle.com/beaches?town=quarteira.
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Eat & Drink
La Bella Fiore
Italian ristorante, pizzeria and lounge bar at Vila Sol Plaza, Quarteira, with a terrace over the golf course and live music.
AURA by Maria
Design-forward brunch and coffee space at Vila Sol, Quarteira, opened July 2025, with workshops and catering.
Alxama
Steakhouse and butcher shop in Quarteira since 2017, grilling dry-aged beef and Wagyu A5 over natural pine wood, with garden terrace and EV charging.
BJ's Oceanside
Beach restaurant and bar on Praia do Almargem near Quarteira, run by Becks and Jay since 2009, with live music on selected dates.
Thai Beach Club
Thai restaurant and beach club on Praia da Rocha Baixinha near Quarteira and Vilamoura, open daily with a golfers' menu and group events.
Cá da Terra
Traditional Portuguese fish restaurant on the Quarteira seafront, specialising in fresh fish and seafood rice dishes.
Rei do Churrasco
Madeiran-style charcoal grill restaurant and takeaway in Quarteira, known for grilled chicken, espetada and homemade poncha.
Cats Bar Vilamoura
Rock music bar on Vilamoura Marina since 2004, with flair bartending shows, happy hour and live sport.
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Vila Sol Caffe
A French-run cafe and restaurant in Vila Sol Shopping Center, Quarteira, serving breakfast, lunch and pastries daily with a gourmet mini-market next door.
Marisqueira Sol e Mar
Seafood institution on Quarteira's main avenue since 2000, known for its shared Mariscada Sol e Mar platter, open daily 12:00-23:00.
Iconik Cookies
Coffee and cookie shop in Quarteira with a pink, floral look, serving homemade cookies, iced coffee, matcha, smoothies and milkshakes.
The Hut
A beachfront bar and eaterie in Quarteira with breakfast, vegetarian/vegan options, Sunday roasts and evening cocktails. Open daily except Mondays from 9am.
Encantus Pizzeria
Artisanal wood-fired pizzeria in Quarteira led by award-winning pizzaiolo Daniel Batista, blending authentic Italian technique with gastronomic touches.
Ronnie's Bar
Sports bar in Quarteira with a wide outdoor deck overlooking the sea, live music, a games room and daily happy hour.
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Aquashow Park
A water and theme park in Quarteira with an indoor water park and a 4-star hotel on the same site.
Casino Vilamoura
Grupo Solverde's flagship Algarve casino in Quarteira: slot machines, table games, live shows and a bar and restaurant, open nightly.
Timeless Beauty
Aesthetic medicine clinic in Quarteira run by Dr Austeja Petersen, offering laser treatments, injectables, IV drips and hair styling by appointment.
Aloha Beauty Studio
Beauty studio in Quarteira founded in 2019 by Joana Teixeira, offering nails, massage, facials, laser hair removal, lashes/brows and makeup.
Barre Algarve
A boutique barre fitness studio in Al-Sakia Village, Quarteira, offering low-impact, high-intensity 55-minute classes and one-to-one sessions.
Dungle Canine Social Club
A private dog park and social club in Quarteira with grooming, a bar, cafe and lounge, member events and an orange grove project, dogs optional.
Pilates in the Jungle
Family-run reformer Pilates studio in Quarteira, with posture, rehab and pre/post-natal programmes booked through its own online shop.
ClassFit Vilamoura
Independent training studio in Quarteira with unlimited group classes (Spin, Hyrox, boxing, yoga, Pilates) from €60 a month, plus personal training.
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Algarve Fight Academy
Martial arts and fitness academy offering boxing, Brazilian jiu jitsu, Muay Thai and gym training.
Tigre Feliz
600 sqm indoor play centre and cafe in Quarteira/Vilamoura, with soft play, themed zones, an interactive gaming zone and two themed birthday rooms.
Portugal Sail and Power
RYA Accredited Training Centre at Vilamoura Marina since 2001: powerboat, motorboat, jet-ski and shorebased courses up to Yachtmaster.
Algarve Arts Academy
Private art academy in Quarteira founded by art therapist Julia Gurchenkova, running painting, pottery and art therapy classes for kids and adults.
Elite Yacht Charters Algarve
Private crewed yacht charters from Vilamoura Marina to the Benagil caves, dolphin watching and sunset cruises, with an eight-yacht fleet.
Centro Terapêutico Ricardo Rosa
Multi-therapy natural medicine centre in Quarteira offering osteopathy, acupuncture, homeopathy, massage and reflexology, run by Ricardo Rosa for over 20 years.
Positive Hands
Massage and wellness studio in Quarteira offering intuitive massage, lymphatic drainage and a wide range of integrative therapies.
Tânia Caetano
Nail salon in Quarteira specialising in manicure, BIAB, nail art, lashes and threading.
ZEN SUP Algarve
SUP tours since 2014 at Benagil caves and the Ria Formosa, run by founders John Hogan and Heike Flohr, plus SUP yoga and board rental.
The Yoga Midwife
Doula, birth consultant and prenatal yoga teacher in the Algarve, run by Rebecca, a former independent midwife with 12+ years' experience.
Condor de Vilamoura
A classic 1987-built sailing schooner operating from Vilamoura Marina since 1986, running coastal cruises, boat parties and private charters.
Mara Herequechand Advanced Aesthetics
Medical-aesthetics and anti-aging clinic in Quarteira offering non-surgical blepharoplasty, microneedling and body-sculpting treatments.
Stay & Live
Import Car Algarve
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Concierge service importing premium cars from Germany to the Algarve with typical savings of €5,000.
Atlas Bridge Wealth
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Straightforward financial planning for life in Portugal or Spain, without the jargon.
Net-Zero Developments
Take control of your energy costs and future-proof your home. Net-Zero Developments provides expert energy audits, smart renovations, and sustainable…
Net Zero Indoor
Breathe easier in the Algarve. Net Zero Indoor provides expert diagnosis and solutions for moisture, mold, and ventilation, ensuring a healthy and…
CTT Correios de Portugal
Portugal's national postal service; flagship Algarve branch in Faro, plus Locky parcel lockers and Banco CTT services region-wide.
Viplant Garden Centre Algarve
Viplant's Algarve garden centre near Vilamoura (Sitio das Benfarras, Quarteira), with indoor and outdoor plants, pots, decor, tools and event plant rental.
Taxi Quarteira
Personalized taxi and transfer service with modern vehicles available throughout the Algarve.
Mail Boxes Etc (MBE Algarve)
The first Mail Boxes Etc centre in the Algarve, open in Quarteira since December 2020 for packing, shipping, mail and printing services.
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Paisagem Adequada Unipessoal Lda
Pool and wellness specialist in Quarteira with almost 20 years of experience in sales, installation, heating and maintenance.
Farmácia Algarve
Online pharmacy offering medicines, health products and professional services.
Re-Fresh Algarve
Painting, waterproofing and property care company based in Quarteira, covering Vilamoura and the central Algarve, with service in English and Polish.
Clínica Projecto Saúde
Multi-disciplinary clinic in Quarteira offering physiotherapy, rehabilitation medicine, acupuncture, psychology, nutrition, massage and Pilates/Yoga classes.
Chase Buchanan Portugal
Financial advisory office for expats in Quarteira, part of the international Chase Buchanan network, covering pensions, investments and financial planning.
YES i DO! Transfers
Private airport, golf and taxi transfers across the Algarve in a fleet of Mercedes vans, no deposit needed, 24/7 WhatsApp contact.
Revigorate
Vilamoura and Quarteira holiday rental and property management specialist, licensed by Turismo de Portugal (RNAVT/6867).
Soren
Renewable energy consultancy in Quarteira installing solar panels, battery storage, solar water heating and smart home automation.
Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa
Hilton-branded golf resort in Quarteira with six pools, the 7Seven Spa and a free shuttle to Pinhal Golf Course.
Tellus Piscis
Pool construction, recovery, maintenance and technical solutions in the Algarve.
Algarve Auto Valet
Premium car detailing service for luxury, classic and enthusiast vehicles in the Algarve.
InsurancePortugal.pt
Insurance broker providing health, car, home, life and pet insurance for English-speaking expats in Portugal.
Hotel Parque das Laranjeiras
3-star hotel at the entrance to Vilamoura near Quarteira, with a pool, gardens and a function room for weddings and meetings.
Clean19
Professional disinfection and cleaning services for commercial and domestic spaces in the Algarve.
AmadosGest
Accounting and business management firm supporting small and medium enterprises across the Algarve since 1986.
Análise & Regra
Accounting, business advisory, management and insurance services in Quarteira.
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Algarve Candle Co.
Hand-poured soy candles, reed diffusers and fragrance sprays, made locally in Quarteira since 2020.
Aldi Quarteira
Aldi's newest Algarve store, opened 3 July 2026 in Quarteira, part of a rapid regional expansion to 23 Faro-district stores.
Casa e Jardim
Contemporary furniture shop selling interior and exterior pieces, curtains and soft furnishings in the Algarve.
Jafers Supermarket
Independent Algarve supermarket on Avenida Tivoli in Quarteira, part of the Jafers family-run chain founded over 30 years ago in Vilamoura.
Spar Quarteira
Spar supermarket in the Edifício do Cinema on Rua da Lusotur in Quarteira, open daily 8am to 8pm, part of the international Spar retail group.
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