Charneca 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 lively bars.
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.
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.
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 Charneca
AP Eva Senses
Clean rooms,great helpful staff.Wonderful breakfast room with a piano player. Hotel is in a great location on the harbour.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Amazing hotel. Lovely rooms with bath in it. Spa was Epic! Indoor heated pool just lovely.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
The reception area is beautiful and well kept, and upon arrival the staff were very pleasant. My room was great and the rooftop bar had an amazing view of the area and the seafront.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Occidental Faro
Very nice the only issue
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Wonderful hotel, with excellent facilities, rooms and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Roots Hotel
Spacious room. ( we had the rooftop terrace). Perfect amenities. Clean. Reserve a parking in the garage…well worth it. Restaurant 2-3 doors down was excellent. Great coffee available!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Charneca
Canal
While Canal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Loule Town Market.
Gorjoes
While Gorjoes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Loule Town Market and Old Town.
Poço do Mouro
When in Poço do Mouro, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loule Town Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Quinta das Raposeiras
While Quinta das Raposeiras isn't home to many top sights, Loule Town Market and Old Town are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Falfosa
While there might not be top attractions in Falfosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.
