Praia de Faro
Faro





Visit Praia de 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 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 seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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

Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from 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]

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Top hotels in Praia de Faro

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Really surprised that epic sana was so well run. Fine dining, Uddo and Lima restaurants were all excellent. If I’d been told that fine dining was Michelin star I wouldn’t have been surprised, really top notch. The uddo japanese restaurant was also so much better than the usual sticks and sushi that ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Fabulous, wonderful location, staff were amazing!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Occidental Faro
In a perfect position, this hotel is a top pick for central Faro.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Lovely hotel, sadly the breakfast and cleaning staff were not so great,
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Very clean and convenient for the airport.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

PortoBay Blue Ocean
Great hotel, staff are amazing. Everything is super clean and the service is great. Ideal location between albufeira and villamoura. Would deffo come back! Restaurant in the hotel is amazing as well.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
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 Forum Algarve Mall 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.

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.

Falfosa
While there might not be top attractions in Falfosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.

