Canal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.

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 Cathedral
In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.

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.
Santa Barbara de Nexe Church
Find out about the history of Santa Barbara de Nexe when you take a trip to Santa Barbara de Nexe Church. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.
Activities

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

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

From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Canal

Poço do Mouro
When in Poço do Mouro, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Gorjoes
While Gorjoes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Town and Algarve Stadium.

Quinta das Raposeiras
While Quinta das Raposeiras isn't home to many top sights, Algarve Stadium and Old Town are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Algarve Stadium.

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.