Faro City Centre

Faro

Faro Cathedral which includes heritage elements
Faro Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and interior views
Faro Cathedral featuring religious elements, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Faro Old Town
Faro Old Town

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 check out its top-notch restaurants.

Old Town Square
Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town

Faro Cathedral

The Cathedral of Faro, also known as Sé or the Church of Santa Maria, is one of the most important historic buildings in Faro. It’s located in the historic city centre, in Largo da Sé. The architecture consists of a mixture of different styles: gothic (tower porch, main entrance, and some chapels), mannerist and baroque.

Faro Cathedral
Carmo Church featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Carmo Church

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

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

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Get tickets for a show at A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve, a theater with a story to tell in Sé e São Pedro. Wander 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 take a trip to Porta Nova. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Porta Nova

Things to do

Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

P4,671
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour from Albufeira

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

P2,271
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

P3,244
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour

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

P3,568
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
Benagil cave from the top view

Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

P3,244
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
Lagos and Carvoeiro - From Faro and Vilamoura

Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.

P13,625
per adult
Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.
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Top hotels in Faro City Centre

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is P6,110 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
P6,110
P6,740 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
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! (985 reviews)
"Easy check room ready before check in time On check out the receptionist saw that mu hand was bling as i fell on the cobbles she got the first aid kit eased it pit cream and several plasters WELL DONE 1 didnt get her name but it was 930am 1 june blond hair glasses THANK YOU"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is P11,040 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
P11,040
P11,900 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Well-located by pier, lots of restaurants and shopping within minutes"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

AP Eva Senses
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (113 reviews)
"Very nice hostel with good facilities and outdoor space. The shower did leak onto the floor and it was a bit silly to ask for €20 cash as a deposit to use the iron and hairdryer (I have never had to hand over a deposit for these) as I was on my way home the next day and didn’t want to get it out ..."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

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Alameda Exclusive House
Occidental Faro
Occidental Faro
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is P9,530 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P9,530
P10,366 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Location, location, location. Location of the hotel is good. Never saw the sauna as it wasn’t close to the pool. Staff was good except that the night clerk didn’t suggest the water bottles in the fridge. Hotel looked run-down."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Occidental Faro
3HB Faro
3HB Faro
5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is P20,880 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
P20,880
P22,396 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (507 reviews)
"I think this hotel has the most comfortable bed and pillow for side sleepers! The bathroom was also the most gorgeous modern bathroom I have ever seen with copper/rose gold fixtures and has an amazing rain shower. The staff are very friendly. The breakfast was wonderful with many choices. The onsite ..."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

3HB Faro
Roots Hotel
Roots Hotel
3 out of 5
R Francisco Barreto 32, Faro
The price is P7,970 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
P7,970
P8,712 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
"Loved the fact it had a small kitchen in the room. Love loved the crisp white linen and comfortable bed. Everything I needed was well thought out. Sorry I couldn’t stay longer and enjoyed the comfort. The reception was wonderful very well informed also close to the train stain if you need to leave ..."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Roots Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Carmo Church showing heritage elements

São Pedro

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

São Pedro
Faro which includes a sunset, a lighthouse and a sandy beach

Sé

While visiting Sé, you might make a stop by sights like Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square.

Sé
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Gambelas

While Gambelas might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Forum Algarve Mall and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa.

Gambelas
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Bela Curral

Bela Curral might not have many top sights, but Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bela Curral
Whole beach to ourselves! The beach in Faro is often overlooked in favour of the other beaches along the Algarve, making it quiet and unspoilt. Close to the airport, it's definitely worth a visit!

Praia de Faro

While visiting Praia de Faro, you might make a stop by sights like Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park.

Praia de Faro

Faro City Centre