Gambelas Travel Guide

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Faro Island Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views

Faro Island Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

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 marina in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Old Town Square
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 top-notch restaurants.

Estoi Palace
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
Carmo Church showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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

University of Algarve

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Algarve during your stay in Montenegro. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

University of Algarve

Activities

Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

NZ$139
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

NZ$68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

NZ$48
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour
Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour

Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour

NZ$48
per adult
Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour
Loulé Market Half-Day Tour

Loulé Market Half-Day Tour

NZ$58
per adult
Loulé Market Half-Day Tour
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

NZ$106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
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Our pick of the best Gambelas Hotel Deals

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is NZ$230 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$230
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Perfect location, friendly staff and comfy beds"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
4 out of 5
Av. do Estádio, PO Box 2445, Albufeira
The price is NZ$285 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$285
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (230 reviews)
"A great stay at this newly rebranded/renovated property. Although some works are still ongoing, it didn’t impact our stay and on the surface the property seemed to be operating normally."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is NZ$240 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$240
10 July - 11 July
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! (999 reviews)
Good hotel, close to airport.
"The hotel reception is open 24/7, which is useful for a late flight. The receptionist was very helpful and polite. The room was noisy from road traffic and the bed very hard. The room was clean and supplied toiletries. Breakfast was an additional £12 each, but for a vegetarian it was basic. Although ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is NZ$1,063 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$1,063
22 July - 23 July
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! (684 reviews)
Decompression achieved
"Perfect place to decompress, great quality facilities, restaurants, along with friendly professional staff."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is NZ$359 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$359
13 July - 14 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"incredible customer service and beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

AP Eva Senses
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 (442 reviews)
"The stay was amazing , the girl at reception was very helpfull. The only issue we had the television remote wasn't working ."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Gambelas

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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 Cathedral showing 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 Faro Cathedral while in the area.

Faro City Centre
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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
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
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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Falfosa

While there might not be top attractions in Falfosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.

Falfosa

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