Visit São Pedro
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
Estoi Palace
Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina 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.
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.
Things to do
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
Faro: Ria Formosa Guided Sunset Tour by Catamaran
Best of the East: Faro, Olhão, Tavira & Vila Real de Santo António
Vilamoura: Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry&Dolphin search
Faro: Ria Formosa Lagoon Small Boat Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in São Pedro
AP Eva Senses
Room and food were awesome. Beautiful view good location-our only complaint was the staff at check-in- unfriendly and not helpful
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
Roots Hotel
Great facilities and very close to the centre. Great staff.
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
ibis Faro Algarve
Functional. Front Desk Staff lovely.
Reviewed on 22 Nov, 2025
Made Inn Faro
Very good breakfast compared with other Algarve hotels on this trip. Very close to train station which was super handy in pouring rain. Hotel is super clean and in very good nick.
Reviewed on 19 Nov, 2025
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Just what was needed for an overnight stay in Faro during Storm Claudia. Comfortable, clean single room right in the centre of town with all the required facilities & a professional and friendly staff. I didn’t have the breakfast as I had an early start but it looked pretty good. Will definitely ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov, 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
This is a lovely hotel;clean, excellent food choices and helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 17 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around São Pedro
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Chaveca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chaveca and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.
