Faro District, Portugal

St. Lawrence Beach

St. Lawrence Beach is a small, cosy beach known for its natural beauty. The beach is surrounded by cliffs, making it a perfect spot for rock climbing and adventure.

However, the access to the beach is not the easiest, particularly for those with disabilities. It is also important to note that the tide at St. Lawrence Beach comes in quite fast.

Discover accommodation options near St. Lawrence Beach and enjoy the thrill of rock climbing on the surrounding cliffs.

The beach is dog-friendly but does not have any facilities.

What to do at St. Lawrence Beach?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near St. Lawrence Beach include Lourenço, Restaurante Praia da Galé, O Galeão, Market Kitchen Algarve and Paper Moon Algarve.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its surrounding cliffs and opportunities for rock climbing and adventure. The beach is also appreciated for being dog-friendly. However, some visitors complain about the poor accessibility, especially for those with disabilities.

Where to Stay near St. Lawrence Beach?

Visitors to St. Lawrence Beach often stay in the nearby town of Lagos, which offers a variety of accommodation options and is known for its vibrant nightlife and historical sites. While the beach itself lacks nearby accommodations, many tourists make it a day trip from Lagos or neighboring Albufeira, where they enjoy the local amenities and return for a relaxing evening.

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

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What to do near St. Lawrence Beach?

Where is St. Lawrence Beach?

Latitude: 37.0777829 / Longitude: -8.3116449

St. Lawrence Beach is located in Faro District. The following map of St. Lawrence Beach shows the exact location.

St. Lawrence Beach: Weather Today

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Today looks like a fantastic day to visit St. Lawrence Beach! The sun will be shining brightly with hardly any clouds. The air temperature will reach a high of 31.7 °C, so it will be warm. The UV index will be high at 8.1, so be sure to apply sunscreen. The sea temperature is 17.2 °C, which might be too cold for swimming for most. Expect moderate waves, and a gentle breeze.
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Air

Low / High20.9°C/31.7°C
Feels Like (High)34.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature17.2 °C
Wave Height1.0 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:33/20:45
Sunshine Hours13.1 hrs
UV Index8.1
Cloud Cover0%
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Wind

Speed13.5 km/h
Gusts24.8 km/h
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