Ilha Do Farol Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ilha Do Farol
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
The buffet was plentiful, with good gluten free options. The pool side service was great, and the bartenders were all smiles
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Occidental Faro
Great location - right on the main hub- as close to old town with out being inside the walls and totally walkable are with tons of great food and atmosphere for all types and levels of activity Hotel staff were great and the rooms were perfect for us.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Lovely rooms and breakfast , very clean and very helpful staff
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Vale do Lobo Resort
The property was great, a lovely villa. This was our 2nd visit, the only things that weren't as good this time - in particular was the shuttle bus around the resort. In the summer it is an excellent service, at Easter they only had 1 car so the wait for the service, instead of being 5 mins was more ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Pine Cliffs Gardens
Nice resort, restaurants ok but not amazing. Very expensive for golf
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Vila Gale Ampalius Resort Hotel
Very happy with this booking. Excellent service from all the staff.
Reviewed on 10 May 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 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 marina 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 top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
