Bela Curral Travel Guide
Faro
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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 Bela Curral
AP Eva Senses
Great location, amazing view from the 5th flloor - dinning room. Very nice staff.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Occidental Faro
Lovely spacious room, central location, tastyfood
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Could not fault the room. Clean and very well maintained
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Lovely property with very attentive staff.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Roots Hotel
Spotless hotel with very pleasant staff in a central position
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bela Curral
Chaveca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chaveca and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Ariolos
Though Ariolos may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour.
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.
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.
