Faro City Centre
Faro
Visit Faro City Centre
Popular places to visit
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 lively bars.
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.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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.
A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve
Enjoy a show at A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve, a popular theatre in Sé e São Pedro. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Faro: Ria Formosa Lagoon Small Boat Tour with Local Guide
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha
Top hotels in Faro City Centre
AP Eva Senses
Would’ve gave a a higher rating for this hotel it is beautiful. When I asked to switch rooms because the elevator was way too loud, you can hear it going up and down and we didn’t get good sleep, they said there was no rooms available. within a couple hours. different couple ask for a room change ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Occidental Faro
Very nice the only issue
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Roots Hotel
Staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
3HB Faro
Amenities
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Heating did not work unfortunately and floor carpet needs some cleaning. Staff was good.
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
The room was very clean, the receptionist Claudia was very friendly and helpfull. The breakfast was good and the location of the hotel was perfect. We had a great holiday and we wish we were still there.
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Faro City Centre
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.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bela Curral
While Bela Curral 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 Olhao Municipal Market.
Praia de Faro
If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.
