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 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.
Estoi Palace
Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
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 top-notch restaurants.
Forum Algarve Mall
During your trip to Sé e São Pedro, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Forum Algarve Mall. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
Tavira, Cacela and Castro Marim - Private from Faro
Half Day Private Motor Yacht Tour in Algarve
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Other neighbourhoods around Praia de Faro
Gambelas
While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are some notable places to visit nearby.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Ria Formosa Natural Park 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 Faro Cathedral or Old Town Square while you're exploring the area.
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Faro Cathedral while in the area.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Paço Branco
While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.
- Albufeira Old Town Square
- Falesia Beach
- Vilamoura Marina
- Albufeira Marina
- Sao Rafael Beach
- Faro Island Beach
- Praia dos Olhos de Água
- Salgados Beach
- Oura Beach
- Gale Beach
- Olhao Harbour
- Faro Marina
- Praia dos Alemães
- Peneco beach
- Old Town Square
- Ria Formosa Natural Park
- Santa Eulalia Beach
- Evaristo Beach
- Ilha da Armona Beach
- Ilha da Culatra Beach
- Quarteira Beach
- Quinta do Lago Golf
- Vale do Lobo Beach