Murta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Faro Island Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views

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 Island Beach
Old Town Square

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.

Old Town Square
Faro Cathedral showing a coastal town

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
Estoi Palace

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.

Estoi Palace
Carmo Church showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Carmo Church

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 Marina

Activities

From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop

From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop

AU$18
per adult
From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

AU$71
per adult
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

AU$72
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children

CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children

AU$21
per traveller
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Albufeira: 1 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Experience

Albufeira: 1 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Experience

AU$32
per adult
Albufeira: 1 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Experience
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos

Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos

AU$30
per adult
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
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Our pick of the best Murta Hotel Deals

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is AU$262 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$262
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Ve"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$336 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$336
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Well located hotel in Faro, next to marina and near old town, shops and. restaurants and transport links. Breakfast buffet good, happy hour was great and room comfortable."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

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$700 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$700
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (701 reviews)
"Felt very clean and upmarket, staff were friendly, and the room was luxurious and spacious. Be mindful, though, that extras can get quite expensive - the spa (100€+), renting a bed at the beach (50-80€), food (60-80€+ for 2), etc."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is AU$206 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$206
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Super convenient. Would like to see an option of a mini fridge in the rooms; however the staff were extremely accommodating and kept a few things in a staff fridge for us."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
B&B HOTEL Olhao Algarve

B&B HOTEL Olhao Algarve

3 out of 5
Av D Joao VI 100, Olhao, Faro District
The price is AU$169 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$169
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Olhao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Olhao Harbour and Faro Marina are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

B&B HOTEL Olhao Algarve
Occidental Faro

Occidental Faro

4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is AU$359 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$359
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Many options close by."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Occidental Faro
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Other neighbourhoods around Murta

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Barranco de São Miguel

When in Barranco de São Miguel, you can plan a visit to Sao Miguel Peak and Ria Formosa Natural Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Barranco de São Miguel
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Alcaria Cova

While Alcaria Cova may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sao Miguel Peak and Ria Formosa Natural Park.

Alcaria Cova
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Ariolos

Though Ariolos may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour.

Ariolos
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Vale de Seixos

4/5(1 area review)

While Vale de Seixos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Algarve Stadium.

Vale de Seixos
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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.

Lagos e Relvas
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Laranjeiro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laranjeiro and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.

Laranjeiro

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