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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Pestana Viking Beach & Spa Resort

Alporchinhos

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New York (NYC) to Faro (FAO)

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Is older that it looks on the pictures Stuff is ok Rooms are tiny View amazing so overall is 3-4 stars

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Pestana Palm Gardens

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New York (NYC) to Faro (FAO)

8.6/10 Excellent! (310 reviews)

This place was wonderful! It’s a little piece of paradise in the Algarve. The units are large and very beautiful. The staff is amazing and goes out of their way to make your stay as great as possible. I will be back! Amazing!

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Pestana Alvor South Beach, Premium Suite Hotel

Torralta

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

8.8/10 Excellent! (87 reviews)

Amazing staff. Clean. Vibes.

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Browse tours and tickets to explore Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Tours & day trips

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Seville day trip from the Algarve

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Water activities

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Olhão: 4-Hour Ria Formosa Islands Tour

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Private & custom tours

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Lagos and Carvoeiro - Private from Faro.

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Taste Primorosa Guided Visit Tasting 4 Wines and Tapas

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Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

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Popular places to visit

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 lively bars.

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 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.

Forum Algarve Mall

During your trip to Sé e São Pedro, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Forum Algarve Mall. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Algarve Living Science Center

You can browse the exhibits at Algarve Living Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.