Charneca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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

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 top-notch restaurants.

Faro Marina

Activities

Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

AU$129
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

AU$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

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

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

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

AU$89
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Benagil cave from the top view

Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
Lagos and Carvoeiro - From Faro and Vilamoura

Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.

AU$375
per adult
Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.
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Our pick of the best Charneca Hotel Deals

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is AU$212 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$212
13 July - 14 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! (993 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 AU$268 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$268
22 July - 23 July
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 AU$187 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$187
13 July - 14 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! (1,001 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 AU$966 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$966
25 July - 26 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! (687 reviews)
"Lovely resort with many amenities and a beautiful beach. The property is situated on top of a cliff and has beautiful views of the sea. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. European breakfast was wonderful and we really enjoyed Uddo, the Japanese restaurant onsite. If you like sushi, the quality ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$343 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$343
21 July - 22 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! (1,003 reviews)
2nd time staying, as good as we remember!
"Stayed May 24, for 3 nights, had a great time so booked a 4 day trip July 25. The rooms are never available before 2pm so always hectic if you want to check in then. Stayed in room 305 with balcony overlooking the marina. Lovely room. Had an issue with the door not shutting without slamming. On one ..."

Reviewed on 11 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 (444 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 Charneca

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Canal

While Canal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market.

Canal
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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 Algarve Stadium and Old Town.

Gorjoes
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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.

Poço do Mouro
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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.

Quinta das Raposeiras
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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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Lagos e Relvas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lagos e Relvas and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and Municipal Swimming Pool.

Lagos e Relvas

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