Faro City Centre
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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 relaxing area.
Algarve Regional Museum
Rich with history, Algarve Regional Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Sé e São Pedro. Visit the shops and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
Loulé: Quinta da Tôr Winery Guided Tour and Wine Tasting
From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop
Top hotels in Faro City Centre
![Alameda Exclusive House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35790000/35784100/35784015/456c4d9a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2024
![AP Eva Senses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2900/2828/30a17c49_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024
![Hotel Faro & Beach Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1079900/1079803/be957e27_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Hotel Sol Algarve by Kavia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2690600/2690569/f9434ffd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 May 2024
![Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1080600/1080516/290ac3c4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2024
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Other neighbourhoods around Faro City Centre
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Faro Old Town
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Faro Cathedral or Old Town Square while you're exploring the area.
![Carmo Church which includes heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/232000/232281-Faro-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
![Faro which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/232000/232295-Faro-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
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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 Olhao Municipal Market and Carmo Church.
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Paço Branco
While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.