Visit São Pedro
Popular places to visit
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
From Faro: Ria Formosa Eco Tour guided by Marine Biologist
From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour
Faro: Deserta Island and Farol Island Catamaran Boat Trip
Top hotels in São Pedro
AP Eva Senses
Friendly reception staff, we arrived before check in time, our rooms were ready so we were able to go straight to them which was great after an early start. The view over the marina was stunning. The breakfast experience was lovely - good choice, eating outside in the sun with the view over the marina/sea, ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Roots Hotel
Clean, comfortable and well located.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Made Inn Faro
Very clean hotel. Staff were wonderful 👍 rooms were spotless . Breakfast was very good. I huge plus five minutes walk to down town, train station and bus station.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
All lovely - winding down for the end of season. Needs a bit of TLC - hair dryers quite old and overheat quickly so you need patience! Staff really friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Room spotless Staff helpful Quick walk to the airport Good price.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Great hotel
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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 Parque Natural da Ria Formosa 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.
Chaveca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chaveca and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.
