Charneca 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 seaside 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.
Faro Marina
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.
Activities
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Albufeira: 1 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Experience
Quarteira Town & Gypsy Market Tour with Beach Bliss
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Our pick of the best Charneca Hotel Deals
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Viceroy At Ombria Algarve
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Charneca
Canal
While Canal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lagos e Relvas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lagos e Relvas and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and Municipal Swimming Pool.
