Canal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Faro Island Beach
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 lively bars.
Carmo Church
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.
Santa Barbara de Nexe Church
Santa Barbara de Nexe Church is just one of the places to see in Laranjeira, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.
Activities
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Quarteira: Benagil Cave Guided Catamaran Day Cruise & Drink
Our pick of the best Canal Hotel Deals
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Very quiet, lovely hotel for great value, food options not the greatest but it was out of season so understandable, staff all very friendly and accommodating. Would absolutely visit again but probably in season. We loved our visit to Portugal and found all locals very friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
The room was spotless, hotel pools were lovely, great food and helpful staff. Breakfast was lovely, lots of choice. The only thing that annoyed us was the many people queuing to sit outside to eat there breakfast..the staff allowed them to gather literally over guests who had just started their breakfast, ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Decent place! I’m grateful for the clean place to stay. If you’re traveling on a budget and want to treat yourself to a night or two in a private space, this is a good spot. 10:00 am checkout is a bit inhumane, and the shower was pretty tiny, but it did the trick for a night. The staff was sweet. ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
INATEL Albufeira
Friendly helpful staff, good location and free parking.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
3HB Faro
This hotel is amazing! Other than the parking being a couple of blocks away, there is nothing negative about this property. Clean, quiet, walkable location close to everything. Loved our stay and will highly recommend. And the staff is top shelf….😃
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
AP Eva Senses
The staff were very friendly and attentive. The room and all hotel areas were absolutely spotless
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Canal
Aldeia
When in Aldeia, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Charneca
When in Charneca, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Poço do Mouro
When in Poço do Mouro, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Falfosa
While there might not be top attractions in Falfosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.
Gorjoes
While Gorjoes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Town and Municipal Swimming Pool.
Quinta das Raposeiras
While Quinta das Raposeiras isn't home to many top sights, Algarve Stadium and Old Town are some notable places to visit nearby.
