Praia do Amado, Portugal - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

The Praia do Amado beach, situated on the periphery of Portimao in Portugal, boasts a sandy terrain regularly patrolled by lifeguards, making it a particularly family-friendly destination.

This beach is widely cherished amongst surfers due to the consistently large and powerful waves, with occasional international surfing competitions held there. Experienced surfers enjoy challenging themselves at Praia do Amado in the winter, when the waves are even more forceful.

In addition to its impressive waves, the beach provides rental loungers, parking facilities, and an array of restaurants for visitors to indulge in.

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What to do at Praia do Amado?

Amenities

Praia do Amado amenities include parking and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Praia do Amado include Restaurante Rocha Beach, Toni's Bar Praia Da Rocha, BAR BACCHUS PUB, Rock Sports Bar, Squash Bar, The Manhattan Café, the irish rover and Croke Park Bar.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Praia do Amado include All Beef, O Viriato, O Jardim, Cloque ao Mar, Restaurante Mira Vau-Viana & Viana, Lda., Cafe del mar, Gaia Portimao and Jacaranda.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the stunning scenery, large waves, and availability of surfing amenities as the most liked features of the beach. However, some visitors complain about mist or clouds that can sometimes appear and obstruct the view.

Where to Stay near Praia do Amado?

Visitors to Praia do Amado typically stay in the nearby towns of Aljezur or Carrapateira, which offer a range of accommodations from charming guesthouses to surf lodges. While some visitors come specifically for the beach's excellent surfing conditions, others explore the broader Algarve region, enjoying its picturesque landscapes and cultural sites.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Praia do Amado?

Latitude: 37.11878475 / Longitude: -8.55155826

Praia do Amado is located in Portimao. The following map of Praia do Amado shows the exact location.

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Praia do Amado: Weather Today

📅 Sunday, February 8, 2026

Summary
Full Forecast

Today is not ideal for the beach at Praia do Amado. Expect a cooler day with a high of 15.5 °C. Be prepared for rain, potentially heavy at times. The wind might be a bit strong, so it won't be very pleasant for sunbathing. The sea temperature is 14.2 °C, and the waves are high, so it's definitely not swimmable. The sun will be mostly hidden behind the clouds. The UV index is low.

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Air

Low / High	11.1°C/15.5°C
Feels Like (High)	15.3°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	14.2 °C
Wave Height	2.0 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	80%
Rainfall	14.1 mm
Rain Duration	12 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	07:30/18:06
Sunshine Hours	2.6 hrs
UV Index	3.5
Cloud Cover	96%

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Wind

Speed	16.1 km/h
Gusts	35.3 km/h
Direction	W