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 marina 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

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

Praia do Farol

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

Praia do Farol

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 top-notch restaurants.

Algarve Regional Museum

Activities

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

AU$72
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha, 7 Valleys Adventure Tour

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha, 7 Valleys Adventure Tour
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

AU$117
per adult
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping
Portimão: Family Gathering

Portimão: Family Gathering

AU$54
per adult
Portimão: Family Gathering
Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) /

Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) / (Algarve - Lisbon)

AU$704
per traveller
Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) / (Algarve - Lisbon)
Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip

Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip

AU$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip
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Our pick of the best Sé Hotel Deals

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is AU$206 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$206
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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! (994 reviews)
"Great little hotel on the edge of old town. Breakfast is available for purchase but the Pastelaria across the street is amazing…don’t miss out on the pastel de nata and espresso! Everything is completely walkable and we had the best time there! Faro is small town friendly and we’ve never felt safer ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Occidental Faro

Occidental Faro

4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$358 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$358
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Central location, easy transfer to the airport. Departed very early staff were great and supplied on the go breakfast"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Occidental Faro
3HB Faro

3HB Faro

5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is AU$560 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$560
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (526 reviews)
"It's rare when I walk into a hotel room and I'm stunned. It was a fantastic stay. The hotel staff was very friendly, kind and helpful. The location is in the center of everything but still tucked away from the hustle and bustle. If you're in Faro, stay here!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

3HB Faro
Alameda Exclusive House

Alameda Exclusive House

2.5 out of 5
Rua da PSP 12, Faro
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! (138 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay quiet area itself but an about 5-8 mins walk to old town ( full of shops and restaurants) and 13 mins to the marina where you can get a €4 return trip to the beach. The property its self is amazing ; roof top terrace, kitchen for use. Come and go as you please. You can acquire ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

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Alameda Exclusive House
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$268 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$268
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
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$280 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$280
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (244 reviews)
"Definitely I will be back again on this property!!! So so so happy!!!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Sé

Faro Cathedral featuring 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 A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve 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 Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.

São Pedro
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Torre de Natal

Torre de Natal might not have many top sights, but A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Carmo Church 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 Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Municipal Market.

Bela Curral
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Gambelas

While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas

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