Visit Praia de 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.
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
In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.
Estoi Palace
Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
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 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.
Things to do
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
Dreamer Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour Ticket Albufeira
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Praia de Faro
Gambelas
While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are some notable places to visit nearby.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Faro Old Town
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Faro Cathedral or Old Town Square while you're exploring the area.
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Faro Cathedral while in the area.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Paço Branco
While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Estoi Palace and Forum Algarve Mall.
- Albufeira Old Town Square
- Falesia Beach
- Vilamoura Marina
- The Strip
- Sao Rafael Beach
- Balaia Golf Village
- Albufeira Marina
- Oura Beach
- Olhao Harbour
- Praia dos Olhos de Água
- Faro Island Beach
- Salgados Beach
- Vilamoura Beach
- Gale Beach
- Faro Marina
- Algarve Shopping Mall
- Ilha da Culatra Beach
- Ria Formosa Natural Park
- Peneco Beach
- Quinta do Lago Golf
- Ilha da Armona Beach
- Herdade dos Salgados Golf