Sé Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Faro featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Algarve
Faro showing a sunset and a lighthouse
Algarve featuring wild flowers
Faro which includes a lighthouse, general coastal views and a beach

Popular places to visit

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
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

Hospital Faro

If Hospital Faro is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Sé e São Pedro.

Hospital Faro

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Enjoy a show at A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve, a popular theatre in Sé e São Pedro. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Algarve Regional Museum

You can study the exhibits at Algarve Regional Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Algarve Regional Museum

Praia do Farol

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Farol during your trip to Faro?

Praia do Farol

Activities

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 Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

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

AU$72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip

Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip

AU$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip
Olhão: Ria Formosa Boat Cruise to Armona and Culatra

Olhão: Ria Formosa National Park Boat Cruise

AU$52
per adult
Olhão: Ria Formosa National Park Boat Cruise
Eastern Algarve - Full-Day Trip

Eastern Algarve - Full-Day Trip

AU$79
per adult
Eastern Algarve - Full-Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Sé Hotel Deals

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is AU$291 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$291
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Close to city"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is AU$114 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
AU$114
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
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! (940 reviews)
Great central Faro hotel at good price
"Great hotel, within 10-15 mins walking distance to Faro Old Town, Marina and bus/train station, very near shopping street. Perfect for overnight stays, super convenient location. Room was large, spacious double bed with comfy mattress, duvet and included towels/toiletries, tea/coffee/kettle, and ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
3HB Faro
3HB Faro
5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is AU$403 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$403
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (474 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, staff were lovely and helpful. Hotel is ideally situated in the middle of everything you’d want in Faro."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

3HB Faro
Alameda Exclusive House
Alameda Exclusive House
2.5 out of 5
Rua da PSP 12, Faro
The price is AU$92 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$92
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (79 reviews)
"Great location, large room with balcony"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Alameda Exclusive House
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is AU$247 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 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! (1,010 reviews)
"The property was in a perfect central location overlooking the attractive marina. The staff, buffet breakfast and hotel were all excellent. Our only negative was that noisy construction work was being carried out whilst we were there which resonated throughout the hotel from about mid morning to ..."

Reviewed on 28 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$155 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$155
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 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
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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
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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
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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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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 Carmo Church.

Bela Curral
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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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