Faro City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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
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 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.

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 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.
Top hotels in Faro City Centre

3HB Faro
Absolutely incredible stay. One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in - from the rooftop pool, amazing breakfast, top class spa, attentive staff and brilliant location
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
5* 3 Star hotel! Amazing air conditioning that was greatly appreciated ample space in the room and perfect loacatiom
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Occidental Faro
Great location. Smells in hotel like sewer sometimes. But great location over all
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

AP Eva Senses
Breakfast experience is excellent
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Alameda Exclusive House
Maybe provide body lotion and conditioner. Providing a hair dryer as well would be convenient.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Roots Hotel
Very comfortable accommodation for two night stay in Far. We did not use the kichen facilities but could see everything was there if required
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Faro City Centre

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.

São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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 Faro Marina 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.
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