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
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Faro Airport (FAO): Shared One-Way Albufeira Bus Transfer
Authentic Algarve: Loulé Town Tour and Markets
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Top hotels in Praia de Faro
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Viceroy At Ombria Algarve
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG
Reviewed on 2 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.
Paço Branco
While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Forum Algarve Mall and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.
Praia de Faro
- Albufeira Old Town Square
- Falesia Beach
- Sao Rafael Beach
- Vilamoura Marina
- The Strip
- Balaia Golf Village
- Albufeira Marina
- Oura Beach
- Salgados Beach
- Faro Island Beach
- Olhao Harbour
- Praia dos Olhos de Água
- Gale Beach
- Faro Marina
- Vilamoura Beach
- Algarve Shopping Mall
- Peneco Beach
- Ria Formosa Natural Park
- Ilha da Culatra Beach
- Ilha da Armona Beach
- Ilha da Barreta Beach
- Herdade dos Salgados Golf
- Estoi Palace
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