Gorjoes Travel Guide
Faro
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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 top-notch restaurants.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit 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 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 lively bars.
Things to do
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
![From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/56bd311b-b9cf-4a89-b7fe-1c3dd0a2258d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Top hotels in Gorjoes
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
"Great breakfast Nice pool Good infrastructure A bit expensive on drinks"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
"Our stay was absolutely perfect , location was a lovely walk to old town , the hotel was spotless , ambience was lovely and staff exceptional. Highly recommended to anyone visiting albuferia ."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Vale do Lobo Resort
"The resort was lovely. We booked last minute and had a nice one bedroom with a patio. They had bread, butter and jam ready. The staff was extremely helpful and I felt like was at another World Class Resort. My only comment is our room seemed dated and use an upgrade or be refurbished. However, it ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
"Staff for very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and very spacious. Breakfast has a lot of options but their warm food were often a bit cold. Outdoor pool were very nice. I like that there is an adult pool and kids pool the restaurants inside the hotel where a bit too expensive but the buffet ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
"Really had a good time - lovely place"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
"we checked in late due to our travel plans, only for one night as our flight from Faro was at 06.20 am next day. check in good. bedding clean, beds very hard, air con good, sink blocked in bathroom, ants in room on the luggage shelf, had to move everthing when discovered. As early rise next day went ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gorjoes
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Old Town Square while in the area.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Faro Old Town
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Old Town Square or Faro Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Praia de Faro
If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.
