Parque Natural da Ria Formosa is ideal to enjoy the outdoors. Explore nature and discover how this distinctive area is being carefully preserved.

This nature reserve is in Faro, a destination that has so much going for it! Carmo Church, Faro Island Beach, and Faro Marina are other interesting sightseeing choices not far away when you're all done at Parque Natural da Ria Formosa.

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Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

$1,610

per person

Aug 6 - Aug 9

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to Faro (FAO)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)

Outstanding hotel, upgraded on arrival. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Excellent pools for kids, great kids club, very good gym. We were not even playing golf, just a great place regardless of golfing or not. On site restaurants/cafes a little too expensive if staying on site. Recommend hiring a car to get out and explore local vicinity/restaurants etc. overall fantastic hotel for a family or couples.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Pousada Convento de Tavira - Historic Hotel

$1,920

per person

Jun 20 - Jun 23

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Faro (FAO)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (484 reviews)

We stayed for 4 nights in early January and were very well treated by all the friendly staff. The room was clean and well maintained, and breakfast was decent and we could even order our eggs from the kitchen. The hot water in the shower worked well and did not have to wait for it to warm up. It is one hotel we would return to if we are back in Tavira.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Vale do Lobo Resort

Vale do Lobo

$1,754

per person

Aug 4 - Aug 10

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to Faro (FAO)

8.8/10 Excellent! (264 reviews)

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 like 20-30 mins. This was poor and they should have had more drivers, I wouldn't go again at Easter they are not staffed for it. Additionally I had booked a restaurant reservation at Spikes, I had multiple confirmations but when we got there they didn't have our booking! Luckily the staff are great and Valentina recognised us from last year and looked after us so we had a great time, just small details that could have been better. Overall the villa was gorgeous and we had a lovely time.

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Seville day trip from the Algarve

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience

Free cancellation available

Cruises & boat tours

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Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Faro: Old Town Guided Walking Food Tour

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Adventure & outdoor

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From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]

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Beautiful marina in touristic Vilamoura, Quarteira, Algarve, Portugal

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.

Faro, cafes in the Praca do Afonso III, Old Town Cidade Velha

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.

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.

Faro Municipal Theater

Enjoy a show at Faro Municipal Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Sé e São Pedro. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.