São Pedro Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 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 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.

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.

Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Faro Town Hall
Faro Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Sé e São Pedro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro

CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children

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 São Pedro

AP Eva Senses
Room was clean and comfortable. The room was very stuffy / warm and since it was February i was told no A/C available try opening the door.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Roots Hotel
Great staff and great location
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Made Inn Faro
The staff were great.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
Staff was great and rooms were awesome
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

ibis Faro Algarve
Functional. Front Desk Staff lovely.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Everything was great, might be 3 stars but puts some 5 star hotels to shame
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around São Pedro

Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.

Faro Old Town
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Old Town Square or Faro Town Hall while you're exploring the area.

Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Gambelas
While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Praia de Faro
If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

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.

