Gambelas 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Town Hall
Faro Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Sé e São Pedro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
Activities
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
From Faro: 2-Island, 2-Stop Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Our pick of the best Gambelas Hotel Deals
AP Eva Senses
Room was a bit tight, but the view was excellent. Only 1 elevator was functioning
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Everything was great, might be 3 stars but puts some 5 star hotels to shame
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive
Clean, spacious room with every amenity we needed for our 10-day stay. The food was great as well.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Occidental Faro
Nice room. Friendly staff great location. Nice breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG
great hotel with wonderful service , spacious and comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Could not fault the room. Clean and very well maintained
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gambelas
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.
Faro Old Town
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Old Town Square or Faro Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
Praia de Faro
If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
