--- title: Explore description: "Discover Monchique: medicinal hot springs, local crafts, traditional cuisine, and outdoor adventures in the heart of the Algarve." keywords: "Family resort in the Algarve, family hotel in the Algarve, spacious family suites in the Algarve, resort for children in the Algarve, quiet family resort in Portugal" seo_title: Family Resort Activities url: https://monchiqueresortandspa-hotel.guestcentric.net/en/tours-suggestions language: en is_homepage: false hotel: Monchique Resort and Spa city: Monchique country: Portugal phone: "+351282240100" email: info@monchiqueresort.com --- - [en](/en/tours-suggestions) - [fr](/fr/suggestions-d-excursions) - [de](/de/ausflugsvorschlage) - [pt](/sugestoes-de-passeios) - [es](/es/paseos-sugeridos) [/en/](/en/) - [Special Offers](/en/special-offers-monchique) - [Explore](/en/tours-suggestions) - [Activities](/en/activities-in-monchique) - [Cycling](/en/cycling-in-the-mountains) - [Transfer](/en/transfers) - [Room Info](/en/room-info) - [SPA](/en/spa) - [THE SHOP](/en/hotel-productshtml) - [Gastronomy](/en/gastronomy) Book Online Best Available Rate [/en/](/en/) Monchique Resort and Spa [Lugar do Montinho, Monchique, Algarve 8550-232 Portugal](//maps.google.com?q=Lugar+do+Montinho,Monchique,8550-232) # Explore ### Follow our suggestions --- #### Taste the water from Caldas de Monchique A short distance from the center of Monchique, Caldas is one of its biggest attractions. It has a reputation for good quality of water, considered medicinal and can be tasted directly from the source that is found inside the park in the Monchique rivers. #### Casa Alexandre in Caldas de Monchique (local handicraft) Buy a nationally made souvenir and see Mr. Alexandre making a traditional wooden chair. Monday to Saturday from 10h to 19h30 #### Leonel Telo ceramics Enjoy the free visit to the traditional pottery pieces exhibition and demonstration of their manufacture by local artisan Leonel Telo. And of course, if any piece caught your attention, you can buy it! All from 11h to 17h (ring bell to enter). #### Visit to Monchique (and a store with honey and Medronho) For those who want to buy a bottle of medronho or honeydew and walk a little through the center of Monchique, this is the ideal option. All products in the store (medronho, honey, honeydew, jam and liqueurs) come directly from local producers. Every day from 10h to 19h. #### Studio Bongard in Monchique The interpretation of two local sculptors of the forms of nature: fauna, flora and the human form, with clay sculptures available in the garden for a free visit and for purchase if any piece catches your attention. Tuesday to Sunday from 10h to 18h. #### Sweet Pastry & Art Take advantage of the snack time to try the traditional Bolo de Tacho or Bolo de Maio, among others that look so good at Doce & Arte. Every day from 8h30 to 20h. **[Sunset in Foia](https://www.monchiqueresort.com/en/tours-suggestions)** Fóia is the highest point in the Algarve, in the Monchique mountains. It is accessible by road from Monchique. Take the opportunity to sit on the terrace of the Food Truck Rosemary and you can have a drink or an ice cream while enjoying the view. #### Association of Artisans of Monchique Alto da fóia with free exhibition of various artists of local crafts by N'ARTECICUS - Professional Association of Artisans and Plastic Artists of Monchique (every day from 10h to 17h). #### Afternoon on a river beach at the Santa Clara Dam Next to the village of Santa Clara-a-Velha, Albufeira de Santa Clara is a magnificent mirror of water and one of the largest reservoirs in Europe. It offers a bathing area, with a floating platform and a leisure area. Check opening dates and bathing season conditions at reception. #### With our partners (general information for all partners: the activity is only confirmed with a deposit of 25% of the value of the activity, refundable only in case of justified cancellation 48 hours in advance) --- #### Let's go adventure with One Bike Rent bikes for 1 to 7 days. Prices on request. #### Surfing, Paddle and Horseback Riding Explore the charms of the region with Carrapateira Tours. Prices on request. #### tuk tuk Come and discover, in a 100% eletric tuk tuk, the village of Monchique, enjoy a tour of Praia da Rocha, Portimão and Alvor or even pay a visit to an Algarve wine cellar Prices on request. #### Buggy Tours Start your Algarve OFF ROAD experience here and join us on an unforgettable Safari through the region of Silves, Lagos, Portimão and Monchique, in the beautiful Algarve, Portugal! Visit Foia on a private tour at an altitude of 902 meters! Or visit the 'Passadiços do Barranco do Demo', a walkway and bridge over the stunning Alferce valley, Monchique! #### Boat trips The Algarve coast is so rich in marine animal life as well as beautiful for its caves and coastlines, come and explore the Benagil Caves, discover Ponta da Piedade or watch dolphins and learn about these animals with marine biologists. Private tours and prices on request. #### Water Adventures! Whether you're looking for a relaxing environment, an exciting kayak tour, a fun family-friendly tube ride, or an adrenaline rush with jet skiing and flyboarding, we're ready to provide you with the perfect experience. #### Kayake in Benagil After a catamaran tour, explore the Benagil caves by kayak, accompanied by a guide. Prices on request. #### Hiking Walks organized by the hotel team. Follow our suggestions or challenge us to discover new ones. **Included** : Pick-up and drop-off from clients at Monchique Resort & Spa; professional guide – Insurance. Values on request. #### Birdwatching 1- BIRDWATCHING TOUR FULL DAY - 8am to 5pm (estimated time) 2- BIRDWATCHING TOUR HALF DAY - 8am to 12pm (estimated time) **Included:** Pick-up and drop-off from clients at Monchique Resort & Spa; nature guide that indicates the best spots to take pictures; insurance; guide to bird identification and binoculars. Values on request. #### Cabrita Winery - **Classic Cabrita (white, rosé, red)** : Wine tasting with bread and olive oil **-Collection of native grapes (goat: muscatel/arinto white, negra mole tinto):** Wine tasting with bread and olive oil - **Exclusive (4 wines to choose from):** Wine tasting with bread and olive oil **Conditions:** Minimum 2 people, maximum 80 people (subject to availability). #### Moto 4 / Quads Get to know the Monchique mountains on a fun and adventurous quad bike ride. Includes lunch in a typical restaurant in the area Prices on request. --- Need more information? Contact us and we will prepare a special program for you to enjoy your holidays in Monchique. ##### Send us an email [/en/](/en/) Monchique Resort and Spa [Lugar do Montinho, Monchique, Algarve 8550-232 Portugal](//maps.google.com?q=Lugar+do+Montinho,Monchique,8550-232) [Phone +351282240100 Call to national fixed network](tel:+351282240100) [info@monchiqueresort.com](mailto:info@monchiqueresort.com) Social [cycling-in-the-mountains](cycling-in-the-mountains)[https://hautegrandeur.com/hotel/monchique-resort-spa/](https://hautegrandeur.com/hotel/monchique-resort-spa/) [![Powered by GuestCentric — Hotel Website & Booking Technology](https://static.guestcentric.net/cdn/wsbdev/wsbdev_bin/powered-gc.svg)](https://www.guestcentric.com/) --- ## Monchique Resort and Spa **Address:** Lugar do Montinho, Monchique, 8550-232, Portugal **Phone:** +351282240100 **Email:** [info@monchiqueresort.com](mailto:info@monchiqueresort.com)