São Pedro
Faro
Visit São Pedro
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
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 seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour
Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip
From Faro: Ria Formosa Eco Tour guided by Marine Biologist
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Top hotels in São Pedro
AP Eva Senses
Clean room, very reasonably prixed mini bar. Felt safe
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Roots Hotel
Room was spotless ! Would definitely recommend .
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Made Inn Faro
The staff were great.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
Staff was great and rooms were awesome
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
ibis Faro Algarve
Functional. Front Desk Staff lovely.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Everything was great, might be 3 stars but puts some 5 star hotels to shame
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around São Pedro
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.
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.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Gambelas
While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Bela Curral
While Bela Curral 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 Olhao Municipal Market.
