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

Praia do Farol

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

Praia do Farol

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 culturally rich area.

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Porta Nova

Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Porta Nova. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Porta Nova

Activities

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
Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) /

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

AU$707
per traveller
Transfers (Lisbon - Algarve) / (Algarve - Lisbon)
Eastern Algarve - Full-Day Trip

Eastern Algarve - Full-Day Trip

AU$82
per adult
Eastern Algarve - Full-Day Trip
Traditional Algarve

Traditional Algarve

AU$86
per adult
Traditional Algarve
Faro to Lisbon Private Transfer with 2 Hour Évora Tour

Faro to Lisbon Private Transfer with 2 Hour Évora Tour

AU$1,161
per adult
Faro to Lisbon Private Transfer with 2 Hour Évora Tour
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$174 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$174
30 June - 1 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! (994 reviews)
"Perfect place for a night's stay in Faro. The hotel was clean, quiet and the staff were very helpful especially in terms of being able to leave luggage before and after check-in and checkout. Breakfast was decent for a hotel of this size, with plenty of choice."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Occidental Faro
Occidental Faro
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is AU$372 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$372
12 July - 13 July
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice swimingpool"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Occidental 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! (114 reviews)
"El lugar es nuevo y esta muy lindo. El persona es increible, sobre todo la recepcionista de la tarde, una amabilidad increible. La cocina brinda muchos electrodomesticos que ayudan mucho a la estadia."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

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Alameda Exclusive House
3HB Faro
3HB Faro
5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is AU$562 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$562
30 June - 1 July
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! (511 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Exceptional level of service with a smile. Breakfast really good. Location fantastic, everything within walking distance. Rooftop pool area is also very impressive. Impossible to find a fault really. This is almost definitely the best hotel in Faro. Thanks for an incredibly enjoyable ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

3HB Faro
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$219 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$219
2 July - 3 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! (225 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
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is AU$944 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$944
13 July - 14 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! (682 reviews)
"It is right by the beautiful beach and the people are so lovely. You can walk around the area and explore the neighborhood. Very clean and attentive staff to take care of your needs."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
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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 Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.

São Pedro
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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 Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
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Chaveca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chaveca and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina.

Chaveca

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