Bela Curral Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bela Curral
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 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.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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.
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.
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]
Our pick of the best Bela Curral Hotel Deals
AP Eva Senses
Very good location nice big room with view of Old town and Marina.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Such clean room and the service was the best we’ve ever seen. Honestly the one of the best hotels
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
GREAT LOCATION AND HOTEL
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
There were pros and cons to our experience at this hotel. Check in was seamless. Even though there was construction on the property, the staff parked our car and brought the luggage to our room. The property is beautiful and we had a great view overlooking the ocean. There is easy access to the beach ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Roots Hotel
Close to the city centre, great location
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Occidental Faro
Excellent Hotel, ideally situated in Faro, overlooking the Marina. A five minute walk from the bus station or 10 mins to the railway station. Superb rooftop restaurant serving a fantastic breakfast with a view. Friendly and helpful staff, excellent room. Good value. Overall a wonderful Hotel 10/10. ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bela Curral
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Vale de Seixos
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 Forum Algarve Mall.
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.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
