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.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit 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.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Faro: Ria Formosa Guided Sunset Tour by Catamaran
Almancil: Algarve Guided Off-Road Buggy Adventure
Top hotels in Praia de Faro
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Nice no frills cheap room for early check ins as less than 10 minute walk to airport. Supermaket next door has a cafe that does hot and cold food so lack of onsite catering is not an issue. Only niggle it take the hot water an age to reach the shower outlet other than that perfect for a one night ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Felt very safe on the grounds of the hotel
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Excellent stay in all aspects
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
Staff is helpful and friendly. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG
The property was brand new when I visited - with trendy interiors, lovely rooms and near the sea. However, it felt like the hotel was running itself, I've never seen anything like that. The breakfast was packed withstaff wondering around not knowing what they were doing, we would schedule a fitness ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
We had a fun family experience with three nights here.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Praia de Faro
Gambelas
While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina 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 A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in 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.
Falfosa
While there might not be top attractions in Falfosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.
