Praia de Faro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Praia de Faro
Stay near popular Praia de Faro attractions
Activities

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

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

From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience

Algarve Coast Cruise – Caves – Swimming Stops – Music – Open Bar
Our pick of the best Praia de Faro Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
"A great hotel and clean. Kids loved the pools and the breakfast was delicious. It's about 25 min walk to the beach and we had to take an Uber to old town but still in a great area."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

PortoBay Blue Ocean

AP Eva Senses
"Good Clean room, great Balcony, Breakfast very disappointing dirty tables really put us off eating anything."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

Hotel Da Gale
"There were many marble stairs. The view was spectacular. Since there is no ac we had to leave the windows open and the noise was loud until 1:00 am. The free breakfast was nice at the roof top."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG
"I would’ve loved if ingredients and allergies were displayed on the app to order food and on the cards for breakfast. Reallyyyyyy enjoyed the complimentary happy hour bottomless wine and the complimentary yoga/pilates classes. Private access to the beach was great, honestly no reason to leave! Cant ..."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Praia de Faro

Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Algarve Regional Museum while in the area.

Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach are top sights worth seeing.

São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

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
















