Silves Castle Portugal

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Gothic temple erected using local red sandstone. The temple has suffered quite a lot of alterations during restoration programmes. A portico with an …

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Oct 22, 2024
Lovely castle overlooking the charming town of Silves. Although it was a bit of a climb up to the castle it was well worth it. Entry is very cheap. The castle is well preserved with walkable battleme… Full review by laurabZ2166HY
Oct 2, 2024
What a great place to have the most refreshing glass of lemonade and gorgeous salad (coriander foam is such a wonderful surprise addition). Highly recommend having your lunch here in the grounds of … Full review by Janice C
Oct 1, 2024
Well preserved Castle ruins, with plenty of explanatory boards in English. Be aware that the battlements walk wouldn't meet British ideas of health and safety with no guard rails preventing a fall i… Full review by OccasionalTouristFP
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Construction completed:c. 201 BCE
Type:Castle

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Are there toilet facilities?
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Yes
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Answer by Geoff M · Oct 1, 2024
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Is it open in November
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Most likely. There is an incredible pastry and ice cream shop near by and we also had a great seafood dinner in town. Yum
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Which are the best authentic restaurants in Silves? Planning to visit the castle then an early evening meal
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We usually go where the locals go so in Silves I’d suggest U Monchiquerio which is at the bottom of the hill near the indoor market. If you’ve parked in the large free car park near the …
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We usually go where the locals go so in Silves I’d suggest U Monchiquerio which is at the bottom of the hill near the indoor market. If you’ve parked in the large free car park near the swimming pool and football stadium head towards Lidl and you can’t miss it along on the left near the roadside.
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Hi, Does anyone know where to park?
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Park in Lidl or somewhere in that part of town!
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