Gorjoes Travel Guide
Faro
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Top hotels in Gorjoes
AP Eva Senses
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
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Staff were very thorough., attentive and helpful. Excellent breakfasts
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
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
Occidental Faro
Very nice the only issue
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Fantastic room, lovely staff, beautiful grounds
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Roots Hotel
Staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gorjoes
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.
Charneca
When in Charneca, you can plan a visit to Loule Town Market and Algarve Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Canal
While Canal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Loule Town Market.
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.
Lagos e Relvas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lagos e Relvas and surrounding area, you can visit Old Town and Algarve Stadium.
