Galvana Travel Guide
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AP Eva Senses
Beautiful place. Central to everything. Cashpoint right outside. Lovely views over the harbour. Pleasant reception area and helpful staff. Spotless room and bathroom. Would definately use again and recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Staff were very thorough., attentive and helpful. Excellent breakfasts
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Staff were excellent,really enjoyed the service
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Vila Gale Cerro Alagoa Resort Hotel
Very good size room. Staff very helpful, Good bar and restaurant. This would have been a five star review if the indoor pool and steam room were working ( and the jacuzzi was hotter).
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Pine Cliffs Gardens
The room, although beautiful, had issues constantly. There was water that leaked out underneath the sink every day ..I believe from the washing machine. The sink in the one bathroom was plugged when we got there. The bidets in both bathrooms leaked water all over the floor. When you showered, you ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Alfagar Aparthotel
My overall impression of our stay at this hotel is mixed. On the positive side, I appreciated the setting, the cleanliness, and the spaciousness of the aparthotel. However, several issues affected our comfort. We stayed from January 4 to January 12, 2026. At the beginning of our stay, we were assigned ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
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
