Sé Travel Guide
Faro
Popular places to visit
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.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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 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.
Top hotels in Sé
Occidental Faro
The location was spectacular and the staff were very friendly and helpful arranging my taxi for the following day to the airport. We also had dinner on the rooftop with live music. The food was delicious and the performance was top notch. We also loved how we could walk everywhere and not worry about ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
3HB Faro
Hotel well located. Very clean spacious room. Very large bed and lovely bedding. Large sofa to relax on. Complimentary water. Couldn’t fault the room. Only thing was the view from balcony not great - overlooked a children’s playground but there were never any children so no problem with noise.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Excellent location, close to shops restsurant and the public free parking. The staff is nice. The rooms are renovated but could be better maintained.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Faro DAZ House by Get Your Stay
Excellent location! It's quiet and safe. I traveled solo, and felt safe walking to and from locations. Everything is so close. 5 minutes walking to Old Town and everything you need is nearby. There was excellent communication prior to my arrival and I was greeted by name when I arrived. Carolina ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Sunlight House
Great staff and amenities, comfy room and good breakfasr
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
AP Eva Senses
This was our third visit. Good location and close to everything. Trip slightly spoiled as the usual hotel policy had been a free bottle of wine, left in the room for stays lasting four nights or more. Since we stayed for five nights we had thought a bottle might be waiting. When we checked out we ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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 A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve 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.
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.
