São Pedro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

São Pedro
Carmo Church showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Carmo Church showing heritage elements
Carmo Church showing a church or cathedral, a square or plaza and heritage architecture
Photo by Friso Van Herk
Photo by Friso Van Herk

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Carmo Church showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Carmo Church
Faro Island Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views

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 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 seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Old Town Square
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
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 lively bars.

Estoi Palace

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 Marina

Activities

From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

AU$71
per adult
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Albufeira: 1 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Experience

Albufeira: 1 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Experience

AU$32
per adult
Albufeira: 1 Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Experience
Condor de Vilamoura

3 Hour Cruise Experience from Vilamoura

AU$56
per adult
3 Hour Cruise Experience from Vilamoura
Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children

CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children

AU$21
per traveller
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos

Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos

AU$30
per adult
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Faro Airport

Faro Airport (FAO): Shared One-Way Albufeira Bus Transfer

AU$19
per adult
Faro Airport (FAO): Shared One-Way Albufeira Bus Transfer
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Our pick of the best São Pedro Hotel Deals

AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$274 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$274
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Great central location on faro, right on the marina excellent. Hotel is small, lifts very small. Restaurant on top floor had amazing views of the marina and Rio Formosa breakfast was good plenty of choice. Great place for a couple of nights."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

AP Eva Senses
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos, Loule, Faro
The price is AU$283 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$283
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (991 reviews)
"Amazing staff and everything exceeded our expectations. Would stay again in a heartbeat. We loved everything about it. Thank you to all of the staff team for making our stay so lovely."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
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$133 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$133
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Uber from Rail station to the hotel, perfect, the staff very helpful (young girl)."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Hotel Da Gale

Hotel Da Gale

2 out of 5
Largo Dos Luisadas, Albufeira
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
5.4/10 (479 reviews)
"I booked this hotel then read the review and panicked!i dont think they stayed in the same hotel as us!lovely lady on reception greeted us,room spotlessly clean,breakfast was an added bonus! The views must be some of the best in albufeira!lots of lovely areas to sunbathe too and nice pool. We would ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

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Hotel Da Gale
Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

5 out of 5
Rua da Ombria, No. 9, Ombria Algarve, Loulé, Faro District
The price is AU$480 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$480
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Fonte Benemola Park and Loule Gypsy Market ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Gorgeous property
"Awesome pool!"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is AU$334 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$334
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (744 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Breakfast was amazing! The spa service was so great, I got a massage and extended it because it was wonderful. The pool areas were clean and very well maintained. The resort is conveniently close the beach, you are able to access the beach from the hotel. It was easy to get a ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around São Pedro

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 A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.

Faro City Centre
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 Old Town Square or Faro Town Hall while you're exploring the area.

Faro Old Town
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, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sé
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Gambelas

While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
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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.

Praia de Faro
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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 A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.

Paço Branco

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