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 marina in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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 top-notch restaurants.
Activities
From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Our pick of the best Charneca Hotel Deals
AP Eva Senses
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Hotel Da Gale
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 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.