Gorjoes 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 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 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

Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro

CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children

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

Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Top hotels in Gorjoes

AP Eva Senses
Yes excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Hotel Da Gale
I booked this hotel then read the review and panicked!i dont think they stayed in the same hotel as us!lovely lady on reception greeted us,room spotlessly clean,breakfast was an added bonus! The views must be some of the best in albufeira!lots of lovely areas to sunbathe too and nice pool. We would ...
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Yes, mainly the boy that work at reception
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Occidental Faro
Great service lovely will Be back
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

PortoBay Blue Ocean
Could not fault the room. Clean and very well maintained
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Roots Hotel
Clean, well kempt, welcoming and helpful staff
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gorjoes

Quinta das Raposeiras
While Quinta das Raposeiras isn't home to many top sights, Algarve Stadium and Old Town are some notable places to visit nearby.

Charneca
When in Charneca, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Telheiro
Though Telheiro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Algarve Stadium and Old Town.

Aldeia
When in Aldeia, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Poço do Mouro
When in Poço do Mouro, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lagos e Relvas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lagos e Relvas and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and Old Town.
