Chaveca Travel Guide
Faro
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 Chaveca
AP Eva Senses
Great location and very nice breakfast with live music. Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
We had an excellent stay. The only problem we had during our stay was with an ant infestation in our room. We were moved to another room efficiently by the staff and then enjoyed the rest of our stay. Thank you for an excellent stay at the Holiday Inn, Albufeira
Reviewed on 1 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
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Great staff, clean rooms, excellent facilities and amenities.
Reviewed on 27 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
Occidental Faro
Great service lovely will Be back
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chaveca
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.
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.
Paço Branco
While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Forum Algarve Mall and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.
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.
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.
Falfosa
While there might not be top attractions in Falfosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Quinta do Lago Golf.
