Island · Ria Formosa, Algarve

Ilha de Tavira

Ilha de Tavira
Photo: Vitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORTUGAL, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Ilha de Tavira is part of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Its sea side is a long, flat beach with seasonal cafés.

Updated November 4, 2026On day 5 of Algarve in 5 Days

Visiting Ilha de Tavira: what to know

Tickets
Ferry fare; check current prices
Time needed
Half a day
Best time
Summer, or warm autumn days
Getting there
Ferry from Tavira or Quatro Águas pier

Algarve itineraries with Ilha de Tavira

Day 5 of Algarve in 5 Days

Tavira and Ria Formosa

How Ilha de Tavira fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Drive to TaviraFaro to Tavira
  2. 10:30Tavira CastleTavira
  3. 12:00Ferry to Ilha de TaviraTavira
  4. 12:30Ilha de TaviraRia Formosa
  5. 17:00Dinner by the Gilão riverTavira
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Ilha de Tavira FAQs

How do you get to Ilha de Tavira?

By ferry or water taxi from Tavira.

When does the ferry run?

Service is more frequent in summer, so check schedules.

Is there food on the island?

Yes, seasonal restaurants near the jetty.

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