Faro City Centre
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Popular places to visit

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 check out its lively bars.

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
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 lively bars.
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 relaxing 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 lively bars.
Things to do

Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included

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

Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira

From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha
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Other neighbourhoods around Faro City Centre

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.

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

Torre de Natal
While Torre de Natal isn't home to many top sights, Carmo Church and Forum Algarve Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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