Vila do Bispo: A Fine, Portuguese Beach Destination
Vila do Bispo, Portugal is a municipality with a tourist-oriented economy. It is the country’s only municipality with a southern and western coastline. Its beaches are popular among tourists from all over the world.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Vila do Bispo is during the months of April through October, for the perfect weather. The busiest months are usually January, April, and May. Tourists are least likely to visit in October. Be sure to book Vila do Bispo Portugal hotels a month before your visit.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Hermitage of Our Lady of Guadalupe or Chapel of Our Lady of Guadalupe is one of the must-see attractions in the area. It is believed to have been established by the Knights Templar in the late 13th century during the rule of King Denis. Another interesting site to visit nearby is the Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe Chapel. Its foundations were opened to the public in the early 18th century. The first mass at the church was held in 1765. It currently houses an organ built by Jose Leandro da Cunha, a Portuguese artist. Tourists should also visit Ria Formosa, a system of barrier islands designated as a natural park. It currently serves as a migratory corridor. It is home to several scenic beaches. It has a small museum honoring Prince Henry the Navigator. Get to stay at the 4-star Quinta da Floresta Golf & Leisure Holiday Resort, and the Quinta da Encosta Velha Golf & Leisure Village. The Salema Beach Village is one of the hotels that provide incomparable Portuguese hospitality at reasonable rates.