Praia de Faro

Faro

A coastal landscape with cliffs, clear blue waters, and a sandy beach.
A beach with footprints in the sand and a clear sky.
A vibrant seaside restaurant with turquoise and pink decor, wooden tables, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal scene with a sandy beach, a rocky breakwater, and a lighthouse in the distance.
A beach with a wooden fence, blue lounge chairs, and thatched umbrellas.

Stay near popular Praia de Faro attractions

Faro Island Beach

8.8/10 (795 reviews)
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.
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Things to do

From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

RM2,364
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

RM213
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
BENAGIL Cave Tour

BENAGIL Cave Tour

RM216
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
BENAGIL Cave Tour
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro

Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro

RM118
per adult
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience

From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience

RM118
per adult
From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

RM118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour
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Where to stay in Praia de Faro

Find the best Praia de Faro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, including a central double door, decorative statues, and multiple windows with iron grilles.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a marina, white buildings, and a clear sky.
Photo by Rebecca Williamson
Open Photo by Rebecca Williamson

Sé

If you're spending some time in Sé, Old Town Square and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

A historic church with two bell towers, a large central doorway, and a patterned pavement in front.

São Pedro

If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

A clock tower with a bell, a nest with a bird, and a spire.

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.

Vale de Seixos

While Vale de Seixos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Algarve Stadium.

Praia de Faro