Visit São Pedro
Popular places to visit
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 seaside 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.
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 lively bars.
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.
Activities
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
From Faro: 2-Island, 2-Stop Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
Our pick of the best São Pedro Hotel Deals
AP Eva Senses
Excellent all round thank you
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Roots Hotel
Spacious room, well-appointed, pristine and clean. Great location. Highly recommended, would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Made Inn Faro
I just stayed one night, but everything was perfect. From the one - just ONE - contact in advance about arrival time, until I left to catch my train, everything was seamless.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
ibis Faro Algarve
Functional. Front Desk Staff lovely.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
Staff was great and rooms were awesome
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Sol Algarve by Kavia
Wonderful
Reviewed on 2 Jan 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 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.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Gambelas
While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina 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.
