Sé Travel Guide
Faro
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.
Faro Town Hall
Faro Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Sé e São Pedro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Sé
Occidental Faro
In a perfect position, this hotel is a top pick for central Faro.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
3HB Faro
I stayed in April 2026 for business purposes. Considering the little number of four and five star properties in Faro (which is only three if I am not mistaken) this is the best hotel in terms of physical conditions. If you are looking for beautiful sea view from your balcony, this is not your property ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Great location. Just a few mins away from the water front. Quiet room. On the smaller size but I did not spend much time in it. I just needed a bed and a toilet.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Alameda Exclusive House
Very beautiful 17th century building. The interiors are modernized and well maintained. The front desk staff was super friendly and helpful and even got us checked in a few hrs hourly since the room was ready. The location is great and the room was beautiful
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Really surprised that epic sana was so well run. Fine dining, Uddo and Lima restaurants were all excellent. If I’d been told that fine dining was Michelin star I wouldn’t have been surprised, really top notch. The uddo japanese restaurant was also so much better than the usual sticks and sushi that ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Fabulous, wonderful location, staff were amazing!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sé
Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Old Town Square 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.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Bela Curral
While Bela Curral may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Municipal Market.
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.
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 Algarve Stadium.
