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 seaside 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 relaxing 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 lively bars 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

P4,564
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

P2,198
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

P3,486
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

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

P3,169
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
Lagos and Carvoeiro - From Faro and Vilamoura

Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.

P13,311
per adult
Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.
Benagil cave

From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha

P4,437
per adult
From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha
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Top hotels in Faro City Centre

AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is P12,475 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
P12,475
P13,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Ver y central and really nice hotel"

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

AP Eva Senses
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is P7,145 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
P7,145
P7,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
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! (978 reviews)
"We had a great 5 nights stay. Everything was wonderful and the location is absolutely perfect."

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is P14,017 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
P14,017
P15,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Have stayed many times and it's always a good experience."

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Roots Hotel
Roots Hotel
3 out of 5
R Francisco Barreto 32, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,973 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
P7,973
P8,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
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! (112 reviews)
"A hidden gem in Faro"

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Roots Hotel
Alameda Exclusive House
Alameda Exclusive House
2.5 out of 5
Rua da PSP 12, Faro
The price is P4,001 per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
P4,001
P4,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
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! (102 reviews)
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"Very nice stay. Large room with adjoining lounge with a single bed. Reception is 24/7. Ideally located within 15 minutes walk to Faro main bus station. Would recommend and visit again."

Reviewed on May 25, 2025

Alameda Exclusive House
3HB Faro
3HB Faro
5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is P19,252 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
P19,252
P20,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (504 reviews)
"The room was smaller than i thought and it is really hard to find the hotel for tour guides tacis private trsnsport etc staff is nice the restaurant upstairs should stay open until later"

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

3HB Faro
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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 Carmo Church 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