Alcaria Cova Travel Guide
Faro
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 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 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
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
Romantic Faro: Whisper of Love Exploration Game and Tour
From Faro: 2-Island, 2-Stop Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Faro Airport (FAO): Shared One-Way Albufeira Bus Transfer
Top hotels in Alcaria Cova
AP Eva Senses
Great location and very nice breakfast with live music. Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Great staff, clean rooms, excellent facilities and amenities.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Did not eat breakfast. We had a wonderful stay, hotel was all that we wanted, convenient to the beach, bars and restaurants. Staff very pleasant and helpful;. Rooms clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Clean immaculate rooms helpful staff, easy to catch ubers to and from, afew onsite restaurants and lounges
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection
Excellent breakfast. Nice room. Goid place to relax.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
3HB Faro
All excellent
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alcaria Cova
Murta
Murta might not have many top sights, but Old Town and Novacortica Cork Factory are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ariolos
Though Ariolos may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour.
Vale de Seixos
While Vale de Seixos 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 Algarve Stadium.
Chaveca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chaveca and surrounding area, you can visit A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Algarve Stadium.
Laranjeiro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laranjeiro and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.
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.
