Faro City Centre

Faro

Faro Cathedral featuring heritage elements
Faro Cathedral showing religious aspects, a church or cathedral and interior views
Faro Cathedral featuring heritage elements, religious aspects and interior views
Faro Old Town
Faro Old Town

Popular places to visit

Old Town Square

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.

Old Town Square
Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town

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 Cathedral
Carmo Church which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Carmo Church

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.

Faro Marina

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Enjoy a show at A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve, a popular theatre in Sé e São Pedro. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Algarve Regional Museum

You can study the exhibits at Algarve Regional Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Algarve Regional Museum

Things to do

Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha, 7 Valleys Adventure Tour

From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, Praia Marinha, 7 vales tour

RM273
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, Praia Marinha, 7 vales tour
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

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

RM198
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
Eco boat touring the Ria Formosa lagoon

Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro

RM124
per adult
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
From Faro: Dolphin Watching & 2 Islands Tour

From Faro: Dolphin Watching & 2 Islands Tour

RM297
per adult
From Faro: Dolphin Watching & 2 Islands Tour
From Faro: Ria Formosa Eco Tour guided by Marine Biologist

From Faro: Ria Formosa Eco Tour guided by Marine Biologist

RM173
per adult
From Faro: Ria Formosa Eco Tour guided by Marine Biologist
Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour

Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour

RM273
per adult
Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour
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Top hotels in Faro City Centre

3HB Faro

3HB Faro

5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is RM904 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM904
RM968 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (557 reviews)
"What a fabulous hotel!! Tucked down a side street off one of the pretty cobbled streets in the old part of the city. We were blown away by the decor, welcome, level of service and luxury. I was sorry to leave and will certainly return. Truly a 5 star experience. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

3HB Faro
AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is RM710 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
RM710
RM762 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
Great overnight stay
"Overnight airport stay, excellent hotel we were lucky to be upgraded to newly refurbished rooms overlooking the Ria Formosa, luxury room, great breakfast options."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

AP Eva Senses
Stay Hotel Faro Centro

Stay Hotel Faro Centro

3 out of 5
Rua de Portugal 17, Faro
The price is RM269 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
RM269
RM295 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location - close to shops/cafes/restaurants/bars. Staff were really friendly and rooms/communal areas tidy. We would stay again (which is kind of the best test!!)"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Alameda Exclusive House

Alameda Exclusive House

2.5 out of 5
Rua da PSP 12, Faro
Stay at this hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach are ...
7.8/10 Good! (172 reviews)
Lovely little hotel in a great location.
"Ours was only a flying one-night visit, but we thought this hotel was lovely - a very warm welcome and a beautiful, comfortable room in a great location, all for an excellent price."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Alameda Exclusive House
Occidental Faro

Occidental Faro

4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is RM682 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
RM682
RM733 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Terrible buffet"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Occidental Faro
Roots Hotel

Roots Hotel

3 out of 5
R Francisco Barreto 32, Faro
The price is RM410 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
RM410
RM444 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
"Newer modern property"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Roots Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Faro City Centre

Faro Old Town as well as a small group of people

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 Old Town
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São Pedro

If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.

São Pedro
Faro showing general coastal views, a sunset and a lighthouse

Sé

4.5/5(157 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sé
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Gambelas

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
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Praia de Faro

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

Praia de Faro
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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.

Chaveca

Faro City Centre