Ariolos 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.
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.
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.
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 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 lively bars.
Things to do
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Faro Airport (FAO): Shared One-Way Albufeira Bus Transfer
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Top hotels in Ariolos
AP Eva Senses
Balcony offered a nice view
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Occidental Faro
place is very accessible the main problema only is the heating in the room cannot adjust the heater and uts cold at night.. and since we are close in the main city we can hear the people talking and shouting on the road … but its nice place it just the heating and noise maybe because it weekends ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Absolutely beautiful hotel and spotless! The ladies (Jessica/Jennifer?) at the front desk were incredible and gave great recommendations for places to eat, how to get to different areas etc. would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Could not fault the room. Clean and very well maintained
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Lovely property with very attentive staff.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
AP Cabanas Beach & Nature - Adults Friendly
Modern clean rooms, excellent food service, friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ariolos
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 Forum Algarve Mall.
Vale Grande
When in Vale Grande, you can plan a visit to Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Alcaria Cova
While Alcaria Cova 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 Harbour.
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 Old Town and Algarve Stadium.
Murta
Murta might not have many top sights, but Old Town and Sao Miguel Peak are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
