Praia de Faro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Mark Thompson
Photo by Mark Thompson

Popular places to visit

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Old Town Square

Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Old Town Square
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Faro Cathedral

In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.

Faro Cathedral
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Estoi Palace

Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Estoi Palace
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Carmo Church

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Behind the intricate details of the Baroque façade and the nave’s gilded woodwork and stained-glass windows lie the ghoulish skulls of the Bones Chapel.

Carmo Church
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Faro Marina

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Faro Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Faro Marina
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Forum Algarve Mall

During your trip to Sé e São Pedro, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Forum Algarve Mall. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Forum Algarve Mall

Activities

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Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

AU$82
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
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Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

AU$70
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
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From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

AU$66
Per adult
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
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From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

AU$65
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
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Algarve: Open Water Swimming

AU$98
Per adult
Algarve: Open Water Swimming
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Loulé: Explore Quinta da Tôr Winery with Wine Tasting

AU$28
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loulé: Explore Quinta da Tôr Winery with Wine Tasting
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Our pick of the best Praia de Faro Hotel Deals

Dom Jose Beach Hotel
Dom Jose Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida Infante Sagres, 143, Loulé
The price is AU$191 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$191
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (989 reviews)
"Wonderful,clean hotel and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Dom Jose Beach Hotel
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$262 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$262
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with good size pool"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

AP Eva Senses
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is AU$611 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$611
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (513 reviews)
"Lovely, flower filled resort, great service, great restaurants, comfortable and clean rooms. We enjoyed our stay there very much!"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is AU$293 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$293
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Brief stay at the end of our visit to the Algarve. Hotel well situated at the Marina ad a short drive to Faro airport."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
The Patio Suite Hotel
The Patio Suite Hotel
4 out of 5
Urbanização Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is AU$234 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
AU$234
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"What a gem of a place. We wish we discovered this spot earlier in our trip. Big, clean , spacious apartments . The staff are SO lovely and helpful they make everything run smoothly. I highly recommend this spot. Oh and the nearby beaches… out of this world! We hope to return one day."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2024

The Patio Suite Hotel
Hotel Califórnia Urban Beach – Adults only
Hotel Califórnia Urban Beach – Adults only
4 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2, Albufeira, Faro
The price is AU$288 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$288
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews)
"Its enterance opens to most vibrant street and with its pool, this place is a winner. Highly recommended.."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2024

Hotel Califórnia Urban Beach – Adults only
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Other neighbourhoods around Praia de Faro

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Gambelas

While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
Carmo Church which includes heritage elements

São Pedro

If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.

São Pedro
Faro Old Town as well as a small group of people

Faro Old Town

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Faro Cathedral or Old Town Square while you're exploring the area.

Faro Old Town
Faro Cathedral showing heritage elements

Faro City Centre

Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Faro Cathedral while in the area.

Faro City Centre
Faro which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse

Sé

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sé
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Paço Branco

While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.

Paço Branco

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