Praia de Faro
Faro
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.
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 check out 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.
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
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop
Faro: Ria Formosa Guided Sunset Tour by Catamaran
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Praia de Faro Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
We had a wonderfull stay at the holiday inn Albufeira. The staff was really nice and helpful. The hotel was nice and clean, theyre renovating the inside pool and spa/gym. Good breakfast. And all this for a good price!
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
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 May 9, 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Lovely modern hotel, good size rooms. Loved the adults only pool! Fab breakfast selection, had a separate gluten free section with cereals, breads, cakes etc.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Occidental Faro
Clean and staff were exceptionally good and helpful. Location excellent
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Overall; loved my stay. But there were a lot of additional expenses. The tv in my room had no purpose and the wifi was not good.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Great location, easy parking at hotel, all the basics, no frills - perfect for pre-flight.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Praia de Faro
Gambelas
While Gambelas might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Forum Algarve Mall and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa.
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 Old Town Square or Faro Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Faro Marina or Old Town Square.
Sé
While visiting Sé, you might make a stop by sights like Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach.
Falfosa
While Falfosa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.
