Sé Travel Guide
Faro
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve
Enjoy a show at A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve, a popular theatre in Sé e São Pedro. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.
Algarve Regional Museum
You can study the exhibits at Algarve Regional Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
Praia do Farol
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Farol during your trip to Faro?
Things to do
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
From Faro: 2-Island, 2-Stop Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Top hotels in Sé
Occidental Faro
Stayed here several times. Good location, within walking distances of shops, restaurants and port of Faro. Reasonable underground car Park @ €15/night. Comfortable room. Breakfast quite good but doesn’t seem quite as good as previously,dining room on top floor with attractive terrace & great views. ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
3HB Faro
Couldn’t really fault this hotel in any way! Staff were absolutely amazing, so friendly and helpful. Rooms spacious, modern and spotlessly clean. Breakfast choices were excellent and the outdoor rooftop pool area was also fabulous. Very centrally located in Faro and would definitely highly recommend ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Room was clean and the bed was comfortable, the extra pillows in the room were nice. Room was quiet and the little balcony was a nice touch. Also the location was great for us. Would recommend this hotel 100%
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Faro DAZ House by Get Your Stay
The room was very clean, the bed very comfortable. We didn't use the common area but it is well stocked snd comfortable, if you need to use it. We found much humidity, probably because it was raining all the time. Nearby is beautiful, many great restaurants, friendly stmisphere, and wevloved Faro ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Alameda Exclusive House
Great quiet location in Faro and very accessible. We stayed in late March—despite some rain, it was a pleasant stay. Spotlessly clean with daily room service. Staff were very helpful and responsive, especially at check-in and when we requested extra pillows. Room layout was a bit tight around the ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
AP Eva Senses
Room was ok .if im being pickey slirting boards and corners were dirty. Staff at check in and breakfast were loverly the cleaners . Didnt speak at all . Even when we spoke .breakfast on sat was freezing cold. Not even late so no excuses .second day better.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sé
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.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall 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.
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.
