Praia de Faro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Mark Thompson
Photo by Mark Thompson

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
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
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 beautiful beaches 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
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 lively bars.

Faro Marina

Activities

Private Surf Lessons

Private Surf Lessons

AU$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Surf Lessons
Group Surf Lessons

Group Surf Lessons

AU$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Group Surf Lessons
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

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

AU$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

AU$60
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

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

AU$86
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Benagil cave

From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha

AU$112
per adult
From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha
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Our pick of the best Praia de Faro Hotel Deals

AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$280 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$280
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (1,012 reviews)
Great place and great location!
"Great stay and great location! The place was spotless and we really enjoyed our stay here! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a place to stay right in heart of everything! Breakfast was fabulous too!!"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

AP Eva Senses
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$140 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$140
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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)
"Close to airport"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 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$410 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$410
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (632 reviews)
"Really good stay and would have all been five stars apart from, on our first night we didn’t realize the air conditioning wasn’t working correctly, woke up around 3am and the room had got up to 27 degrees. We reported it to reception around 8am in the morning, and they swiftly had an engineer look ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
VILAPURA - Naturism
VILAPURA - Naturism
3 out of 5
Sitio do Bernardinheiro, Tavira, Algarve
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly B&B in Tavira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cabanas Beach and Barril Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"A unique hotel in every way."

Reviewed on 24 May 2023

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VILAPURA - Naturism
INATEL Albufeira
INATEL Albufeira
3 out of 5
Av. Infante D. Henrique, Albufeira
The price is AU$150 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (601 reviews)
"Nice property. Good breakfast buffet. Close to the beach. Have to walk a bit if you want a variety of food options."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

INATEL Albufeira
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$271 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$271
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (976 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Praia de Faro

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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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São Pedro

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

São Pedro
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 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
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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Torre de Natal

Torre de Natal might not have many top sights, but Carmo Church and Forum Algarve Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Torre de Natal

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