Praia de Faro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Mark Thompson
Photo by Mark Thompson

Popular places to visit

Faro Island Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views

Faro Island Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

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 lively bars.

Old Town Square
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 top-notch restaurants.

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

Carmo Church

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

4/5(1 review)

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

Group Surf Lessons

Group Surf Lessons

AU$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Group Surf Lessons
Private Surf Lessons

Private Surf Lessons

AU$135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Surf Lessons
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
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

AU$90
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour

Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour

AU$45
per adult
Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour
Benagil Secrets

Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

AU$117
per adult
Benagil Adventure: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting
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Our pick of the best Praia de Faro Hotel Deals

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 29 July to 30 July
AU$206
29 July - 30 July
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! (998 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
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$198 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$198
20 July - 21 July
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! (998 reviews)
"everithing was lovely!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Av. do Estádio, PO Box 2445, Albufeira
Fully refundable
The price is AU$270 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$270
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (232 reviews)
"Super hotel and whilst it says 20 mins to the beach its an easy walk. Tgere is a courtsey bus too tho. Comfirr noted as 4....they changed our bed halfcway through our stay and changed the pillows to hard. When we asjed for a change to soft it still wasn't right. We had a kettlle in the room but supplies ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Flamingos Salgados

Flamingos Salgados

4 out of 5
Herdade dos Salgados, Edifício Flamingos, Lote 3, Albufeira
The price is AU$530 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$530
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Albufeira Old Town Square and Gale Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Exceptional stay with my family. The kids loved the pool while we enjoyed the peace and comfort of the rooms. The staff was extremely friendly and went so far as to make sure we had a great time"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Flamingos Salgados
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is AU$996 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$996
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (691 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at the resort. The staff were excellent. The facilities are really well looked after. We enjoyed the pools and the beach. The beach was beautiful. Some others have complained about the price of food and drink and I guess in comparison to other parts of Portugal it may seem ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$289 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$289
20 July - 21 July
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! (1,002 reviews)
Great hotel location with rooftop pool
"Great location by marina and minutes walk to bars and restaurants. Roof top pool lovely. Great breakfast. Rooms cleaned daily. Hotel a bit tired but still a good hotel. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

AP Eva Senses
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Other neighbourhoods around Praia de Faro

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Gambelas

While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
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São Pedro

If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.

São Pedro
Faro Old Town as well as a small group of people

Faro Old Town

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Faro Cathedral or Old Town Square while you're exploring the area.

Faro Old Town
Faro Cathedral featuring heritage elements

Faro City Centre

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

Faro City Centre
Faro featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Sé

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sé
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Paço Branco

While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Forum Algarve Mall and Algarve Stadium.

Paço Branco

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