Faro City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Faro Cathedral featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Popular places to visit

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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.

Old Town Square
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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
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Carmo Church

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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
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Faro Marina

4/5(1 review)

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
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A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Enjoy a show at A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve, a popular theatre in Sé e São Pedro. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve
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Arch to the Old Town district of Faro

You can learn about the history of Sé e São Pedro with a visit to Arch to the Old Town district of Faro. Amble around this relaxing area's marina or seek out the golf courses.

Arch to the Old Town district of Faro

Activities

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Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

NZ$88
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
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Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

NZ$76
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
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From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

NZ$70
Per adult
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
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Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip

NZ$62
Per adult
Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip
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Faro: Tourist Train Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket

NZ$11
Per adult
Faro: Tourist Train Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket
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From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

NZ$70
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Faro City Centre Hotel Deals

Alameda Exclusive House
Alameda Exclusive House
3 out of 5
Rua da PSP 12, Faro
The price is NZ$93 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$93
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach are ...
6.8/10 (29 reviews)
"Wasn’t sure what to expect from Alameda Exclusive House, from the outside there’s nothing to give anything away but I was greeted with welcoming and friendly staff. The hotel is small but very accessible. Has a lift to all floors. The lobby is very small but there is a communal kitchen and rooftop ..."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Alameda Exclusive House
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is NZ$308 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$308
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location on Marina, close to Old Town. Excellent breakfast, sun terrace and rooftop bar and pool. Near to train station, caught a 45 mins train to Tavira, well worth it"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

AP Eva Senses
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is NZ$324 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
NZ$324
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel is right in the centre of Faro, in front of the waterfront. It's modern, functional and has good staff. The dining room is on the top floor and has a very useful terrace/ veranda round it, ideal for an evening drink. Our room was quite spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was the only meal ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
3HB Faro
3HB Faro
5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is NZ$432 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$432
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (321 reviews)
"Best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Amenities, staff, room condition, location, all too amazing to be true."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

3HB Faro
Hotel Sol Algarve by Kavia
Hotel Sol Algarve by Kavia
2 out of 5
Rua Infante Dom Henrique 52, Faro
The price is NZ$179 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$179
per night
15 May - 16 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (687 reviews)
"Friendly staff , rooms were neat and clean , breakfast was limited but good ."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hotel Sol Algarve by Kavia
The Patio Suite Hotel
The Patio Suite Hotel
4 out of 5
Urbanização Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$238 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$238
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"What a gem of a place. We wish we discovered this spot earlier in our trip. Big, clean , spacious apartments . The staff are SO lovely and helpful they make everything run smoothly. I highly recommend this spot. Oh and the nearby beaches… out of this world! We hope to return one day."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2024

The Patio Suite Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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 Faro Cathedral or Old Town Square while you're exploring the area.

Faro Old Town
Carmo Church which includes heritage elements

São Pedro

If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.

São Pedro
Faro which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse

Sé

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral 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 Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
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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 Olhao Municipal Market and Olhao Harbour.

Bela Curral
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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 Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.

Paço Branco

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