What to do in Faro
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History & culture
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Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour
Tours & day trips
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Faro to Benagil Hiking Tour and Marinha beach
Food, drink & nightlife
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Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting
Adventure & outdoor
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Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
Shopping & fashion
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Algarve: Experience the Best of the West
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Forum Algarve Mall
During your trip to Sé e São Pedro, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Forum Algarve Mall. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
Praia do Farol
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Farol during your trip to Faro?
Hospital Faro
If Hospital Faro is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Sé e São Pedro.
University of Algarve
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Algarve during your stay in Montenegro. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Explore areas of Faro
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Faro Cathedral while in the area.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Faro Old Town
For centuries, Faro’s fortified walls have enclosed the city’s most intriguing treasures, from the cathedral’s chamber of bones to a castle converted into a brewery.
Praia de Faro
While Praia de Faro isn't home to many top sights, Faro Island Beach and San Lorenzo Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Poço do Mouro
When in Poço do Mouro, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Estoi Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
