Title: Charneca Travel Guide: Best of Charneca, Faro Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Charneca](https://expedia.co.uk/Charneca-Hotels.d553248635976396730.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Faro](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Faro.d1193.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Faro](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Faro.d1193.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Charneca Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Charneca.d553248635976396730.Car-Hire-Guide)[Charneca Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Charneca.d553248635976396730.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Charneca Travel Guide ## Faro ## Visit Charneca Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Faro travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro.dx1193) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Faro Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081721/df8b6267-1fc8-4d38-b4a3-fb32765e3bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Island Beach Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Island-Beach-Praia-de-Faro.d6081721.Attraction) ![Beautiful marina in touristic Vilamoura, Quarteira, Algarve, Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081711/780228d9-5e13-4eca-bc9e-568d233270c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Marina-Faro-City-Centre.d6081711.Attraction) ![Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081717/274dbb79-d787-46ae-b6df-fda3eb929ac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Cathedral-Faro-City-Centre.d6081717.Attraction) ![Faro, cafes in the Praca do Afonso III, Old Town Cidade Velha](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621576385399/3b34be8e-bd7b-44aa-bd48-386d66a4fd9c.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 beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Square-Faro-City-Centre.d553248621576385399.Attraction) ![Come here at blue hour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1193/0fa594a0-e1f9-4676-9397-596d03c6a72e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Town Hall Faro Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Sé e São Pedro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Town-Hall-Faro.d6081715.Attraction) ![Carmo Church which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081723/9ddb0dc9-58b0-4a9e-b8b0-629c700555ed.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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmo-Church-Faro-City-Centre.d6081723.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1113763/df217de4-0baf-45a7-a5fa-c83e2ddd7f6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro £35 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ria-formosa-natural-park-and-islands-boat-cruise-from-faro.a1113763.activity-details) ![Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48931868/92e33c4d-558f-467c-8c0b-2bc524609d10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/faro-airport-comfortable-bus-transfer-tofrom-lagos.a48931868.activity-details) ![Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1061370/196547a0-aaf4-4f11-8c74-250c1a15233b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro £47 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-dolphin-and-wildlife-watching-tour-in-faro.a1061370.activity-details) ![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) #### From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro \[Full-Day Tour\] £43 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-faro-benagil-cave.a45660913.activity-details) ![Eco boat touring the Ria Formosa lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2150220/4367db8b-4b10-454f-82c3-0c7ee3138cd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/eco-boat-tour-in-the-ria-formosa-lagoon-from-faro.a2150220.activity-details) ![Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1130066/9fd5bda0-6139-491b-8f41-32ace24b9099.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop £15 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cork-factory-tour-cork-shop.a1130066.activity-details) [See all activities in Faro](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Faro.d1193.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Charneca ![AP Eva Senses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2900/2828/ece4bc2c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AP Eva Senses Avenida da Republica, 1 Faro £102 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Would’ve gave a a higher rating for this hotel it is beautiful. When I asked to switch rooms because the elevator was way too loud, you can hear it going up and down and we didn’t get good sleep, they said there was no rooms available. within a couple hours. different couple ask for a room change ... Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=2828&PinnedHotelID=2828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396730) ![EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5995100/5995034/6bf34010_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho Albufeira £153 20 Mar - 21 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews) Staff were very thorough., attentive and helpful. Excellent breakfasts Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026&selected=5995034&PinnedHotelID=5995034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396730) ![Pure Formosa Concept Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68050000/68048400/68048336/9bbc12ed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pure Formosa Concept Hotel Av. da República 34 Olhao Faro £50 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Olhao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (625 reviews) Very lovely and helpful staff who went out of their way to give us information and tips about the area. Very clean, comfortable and stylish hotel. The roof terrace is a real bonus at this hotel, with fantastic views over Olhao where you can have a drink, watch the sun set and see the starlings and ... Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=68048336&PinnedHotelID=68048336&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396730) ![Occidental Faro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1079900/1079803/0abaa677_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Occidental Faro Praca D Francisco Gomes 2 Faro £113 24 Mar - 25 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Very nice the only issue Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=1079803&PinnedHotelID=1079803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396730) ![PortoBay Blue Ocean](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14861200/14861176/510e889b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### PortoBay Blue Ocean Quinta do Milharó, s/n Albufeira Algarve £103 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews) Fantastic room, lovely staff, beautiful grounds Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=14861176&PinnedHotelID=14861176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396730) ![Roots Hotel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104170000/104163200/104163115/4706c50e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Roots Hotel R Francisco Barreto 32 Faro £73 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Faro Island Beach and R. Conselheiro Bivar ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Canal.dx553248635976394500) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gorjoes While Gorjoes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Loule Town Market and Old Town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Gorjoes.dx553248635976394170) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Poço do Mouro When in Poço do Mouro, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loule Town Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Poco-Do-Mouro.dx553248635976399494) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Quinta das Raposeiras While Quinta das Raposeiras isn't home to many top sights, Loule Town Market and Old Town are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Faro-Quinta-Das-Raposeiras.dx553248635976401041) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Telheiro Though Telheiro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Algarve Stadium and Old Town. 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