How to Get About In the Algarve
Trains
There are stations in all main towns between Lagos and Vila Real de Santo António
Urban transport
Public transport in all main areas
Taxis
Colour: beige or black and green
Fare lists must be displayed inside each taxi.
Supplementary charges: increase of 20% at night between 22:00 and 06:00, and at weekends; fixed supplementary charge for any luggage transported in the boot.
Car hire
Car rental services (with or without driver) can be found in all major centres, hotels and travel agencies
Compulsory requirements: Valid identity card (European Union citizens), valid passport (other nationalities), minimum age 21. Compulsory insurance.