Explore one of Portugal's oldest cities with the Walkbox app — a top-rated and intuitive guide for discovering the city like a local, at your own pace, with no expiry date.
Content is available in English, Portuguese, French, and Spanish.
Working fully offline, Walkbox brings the city to life through engaging stories, authentic insights, and natural-sounding audio guides that play automatically as you explore.
Before your activity, your tour curator will send you clear instructions, your access code, and useful tips, and will remain available for personalised WhatsApp support throughout your experience.
There is no time limit to complete your tour. Enjoy it whenever you like, in full or in parts, and revisit it as often as you wish. Once activated, it becomes part of your Walkbox Collection, with lifetime access and future updates included.
Explore over 40 points of interest, including iconic landmarks, museums, picturesque streets, hidden gems, and vibrant areas that showcase Faro's rich cultural heritage and stunning seaside scenery.
Covering a 3 km route, the tour is easy to follow and takes between 2 to 4 hours, depending on your pace and the stops you choose to enjoy.
The route is circular, and you may start from any nearby point of interest. If you do, please walk anti-clockwise so the route notes (e.g. “Take a right at the next crossroads”) match your direction.
Your tour begins in Faro's eastern quarter, near the Largo de São Francisco car park and the gateway to the historic centre by the estuary. Start by exploring the ancient walled Old Town, leading to the scenic King Afonso III Square. Exit through the charming Arco do Repouso into Baixa de Faro, where cobblestone streets are lined with shops. Next, visit Faro's historic churches, including the Church of São Pedro, Carmo Church, Ossos Chapel, and the Convent of Santo António dos Capuchos. Loop back towards the estuary, passing Faro Marina and the tranquil Manuel Bívar Garden, and re-enter the Old Town through the grand Arco da Vila. The tour continues to Largo da Sé, featuring the Episcopal Palace, Town Hall, and the stunning Cathedral. Climb the Bell Tower for sweeping views of the city and estuary. Conclude your journey by leaving the Old Town through Porta Nova and strolling along the estuary back to your starting point.