Pão Branco 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 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
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

Picture 12 for Activity From Faro: Benagil Cave Adventure Tour and More

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

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

AU$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
Benagil cave from the top view

Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

AU$83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast

Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast

AU$83
per adult
Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

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

AU$83
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Lagos and Carvoeiro - From Faro and Vilamoura

Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.

AU$333
per adult
Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.
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Our pick of the best Pão Branco Hotel Deals

AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$169 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (966 reviews)
"Pool area not upkept, everything else perfect"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

AP Eva Senses
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is AU$189 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$189
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
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 restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Great service and facilities in central location
"Service was very good. Rooftop bar/restaurant was a real selling point which we took advantage of a lot! The hotel could not be more central, it quite literally is hotel faro! Everything was only a few minutes away. Breakfast was good. Only downsides really were the elevators which were very weird ..."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is AU$281 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$281
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (621 reviews)
"Great hotel overall. We stayed a week in February in a room with ocean view. The room had a nice view and good size. Breakfast was delicious. Indoor pool was always warm and gym was well equipped. The spa is great too. The beach is one of the nicest in Portugal. While there are several restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
5 out of 5
Estrada de Albufeira - Olhos de Água, Albufeira, Faro
The price is AU$205 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (971 reviews)
"They made a birthday trip super special!"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
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$129 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (997 reviews)
"A good basic hotel. Walking distances from airport."

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
3 out of 5
Av. da República 34, Olhao, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$86 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$86
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Olhao. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (406 reviews)
Great budget hotel
"Beautiful budget hotel and great pool area on roof. Very comfortable bed and nice linen. Lovely staff-very helpful- fulfilled my request re high floor. Free parking available on streets nearby.The only problem I had was the noise at night from the road especially when the bin men emptied the bins ..."

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Pão Branco

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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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Laranjeiro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laranjeiro and surrounding area, you can visit Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.

Laranjeiro
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
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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Vale de Seixos

4/5(1 area review)

While Vale de Seixos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.

Vale de Seixos

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