Alvor has its origins as a typical and small fishing village, nonetheless it has grown over the years to include enough amenities and resources to satisfy the tourists who visit the village. Not a bustling resort by any means, Alvor is a place to relax by the sea, or walk the cobbled streets to the harbour where you can dine at the local restaurants or cafes. The beaches here include both long stretches of sand and secluded coves for those wanting privacy.

Once an ancient coastal village, Alvor is now a very popular holiday location. The enclosed narrow streets have kept development to a minimum and many of these streets now are a true show off with bars boasting live music and different types of restaurants. However leading off from these, there are still memories of the older fishing village.
In the area there are a number of quality holiday resorts from which tourists in holidays enjoy its attractions. The village is in a privileged location, facing a natural lagoon and opening to the sea. There is a choice of a long open white sandy beach and a number of small coves tucked under the rocky cliffs.