São Pedro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit São Pedro
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 top-notch restaurants.
Activities
From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
![From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/56bd311b-b9cf-4a89-b7fe-1c3dd0a2258d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Our pick of the best São Pedro Hotel Deals
Roots Hotel
We liked this place very convenient to the train station. Room has kettle, nice fridge, wave. We didn't stay on a hot day but the newish Daikin hvac unit looks like it would do a good job as AC. Room safe but too small to handle my 14" laptop or my tablet. Free coffee 24/7 in a main floor coffee ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
ibis Faro Algarve
Our room was infested with fleas so we had to move hotels. Don't risk it!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Made Inn Faro
Very friendly staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
AP Eva Senses
We got the suit and was incredible Great views, clean, spacious Will stay again
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
We had a wonderfull stay at the holiday inn Albufeira. The staff was really nice and helpful. The hotel was nice and clean, theyre renovating the inside pool and spa/gym. Good breakfast. And all this for a good price!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
The buffet was plentiful, with good gluten free options. The pool side service was great, and the bartenders were all smiles
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around São Pedro
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Old Town Square 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.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Praia de Faro
If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.
Bela Curral
While Bela Curral 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 Olhao Municipal Market.
