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 visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
Faro: Ria Formosa Lagoon Small Boat Tour with Local Guide
PREMIUM Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry & Dolphin search
![From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/56bd311b-b9cf-4a89-b7fe-1c3dd0a2258d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, and Tavira
Top hotels in Praia de Faro
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
"We are happy with our accommodation at Holiday Inn Albufeira. Thank you to everyone working at the hotel."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
"Everything was fantastic! This level of service means you can fully relax ☺️"
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
"Nothing bad here, everything was first class."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
Occidental Faro
"Everyone was so helpful and the sauna was a great way to relax after a tone of traveling."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
"Great experience"
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
"No frills, super clean. Perfect place for a night for this solo traveler who needed to be at Faro airport at 4am. 10-15 min safe walk down a well lit sidewalk to the airport, no taxi needed if you can handle your luggage. Friendly staff spoke English and check-in was a breeze. But distant from downtown ..."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
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 Old Town Square or Faro Town Hall 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 Old Town Square while in the area.
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Meloal
While Meloal may 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 Algarve Stadium.
