Faro City Centre
Faro
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![Faro Old Town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/233000/233278-Faro-Old-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit Faro City Centre
Popular places to visit
![Old Town Square](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/766d322747dc3a7a3051d292c3bb5741.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
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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.
![Carmo Church featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/233000/233314-Carmo-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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.
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.
Algarve Regional Museum
You can study the exhibits at Algarve Regional Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
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From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
![Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/184680/3285907a-4fa2-4814-a36a-0eb8ad2df883.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
![From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4554890/788aad70-3df4-40a9-b6e4-615133062c6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
![Benagil cave from the top view](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/1fb36b56-5d4d-4ff2-8126-49d8d7e5232d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
![Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/688038/f03cda19-1356-4948-a8c4-fad015d79186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast
![From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3612010/29c675c8-ca79-4ffe-b9dd-22289ddf6ea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Top hotels in Faro City Centre
![AP Eva Senses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2900/2828/30a17c49_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025
![Hotel Faro & Beach Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1079900/1079803/be957e27_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![Roots Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104170000/104163200/104163115/cf31f073_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2025
![3HB Faro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58920000/58913400/58913383/be9a0a1c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![Luxury Guest House Opus One](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34290000/34284400/34284365/1b51c8a1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2025
![Alameda Exclusive House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35790000/35784100/35784015/456c4d9a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Faro City Centre
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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.
![Carmo Church showing heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/232000/232281-Faro-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
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Bela Curral
Bela Curral might not have many top sights, but Olhao Municipal Market and Olhao Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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Paço Branco
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paço Branco and surrounding area, you can visit Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.