Santo Estêvão Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santo Estêvão
AP Eva Senses
Great choice at breakfast. Well equipped gym. Rooms need a little modernization.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Great place to stay close to shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
3HB Faro
All excellent
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Cardeal Suites & Apartments
Great location. Beautiful, modern suite. Incredibly co-operative and welcoming host
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Real Marina Residence
Amazing apartment … great amenities … clean… perfectly situated
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Pedras d'el Rei
Gardens lovely and location near to Praia do Barril and Tavira excellent
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Tavira Castle
Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.
Roman Bridge
Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.
Praca da Republica
Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.
Misericordia Church
Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.
Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo
If Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria e Santiago.
Old Town
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you take a trip to Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Activities
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
