What to do in Faro

Activities, attractions and tours

Faro Island Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views
Faro Island Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views
Faro which includes a sunset and a lighthouse
Faro showing a lighthouse, a beach and a sunset
Faro Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Faro Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Faro is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Faro to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Faro Attractions

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Tours & day trips

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Seville day trip from the Algarve

Seville day trip from the Algarve

Activity duration is 12 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $106 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience

From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience

Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 144 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was CA $81 and current price is CA $73 per adult
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Water activities

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From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 66 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $73 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]

From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 165 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $81 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting

Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $40 per adult
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Recommended things to do in Faro

Number of things to do
139
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Algarve Uncovered: Coast, Culture, and Villages Tour: CA $5
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Faro

Discover the most popular places to visit in Faro

Faro Island Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views

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 Island Beach
Beautiful marina in touristic Vilamoura, Quarteira, Algarve, Portugal

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.

Faro Marina
Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town

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.

Faro Cathedral
Faro, cafes in the Praca do Afonso III, Old Town Cidade Velha

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 check out its lively bars.

Old Town Square
Come here at blue hour

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 top-notch restaurants.

Faro Town Hall
Carmo Church showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Carmo Church

Estoi Palace

Find out about the history of Estoi when you take a trip to Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Estoi Palace

University of Algarve

Walk around the campus at University of Algarve as part of your travels around Montenegro. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

University of Algarve

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Get tickets for a show at A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve, a theater with a story to tell in Sé e São Pedro. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve

Explore areas of Faro

Faro Cathedral showing heritage elements

Faro City Centre

Faro City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Faro Marina or A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.

Faro City Centre
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Sé

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

While visiting Sé, you might make a stop by sights like A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square.

Sé
Faro Old Town as well as a small group of people

Faro Old Town

For centuries, Faro’s fortified walls have enclosed the city’s most intriguing treasures, from the cathedral’s chamber of bones to a castle converted into a brewery.

Faro Old Town
These beautiful birds are nesting at the top of the Church of Sao Pedro in Faro, Portugal. I can’t decide if their nests are larger than an eagles nest. Either way, these things are just huge.

São Pedro

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

São Pedro
Corredoura Beach, sighted viewpoint on the trail of the Seven Suspended Valleys

Praia de Faro

5/5(4 area reviews)

While visiting Praia de Faro, you might make a stop by sights like Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park.

Praia de Faro
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Charneca

Though Charneca might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Loule Town Market and Algarve Stadium.

Charneca

 

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Day trip destinations from Faro

Neo-Classical Igreja Matriz Church, Estoi, Loule, Faro district, Algarve, Portugal

Loulé

A pretty rental villa near Faro, Portugal. August 2019

Sao Bras de Alportel

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Moncarapacho e Fuseta

Palace garden

Estoi

Ponta de Piedade Lagos

Montenegro

Frequently asked questions

Is Faro worth visiting?
Whether you plan to discover the cultural highlights and local charm or sample regional foods and go on outdoor adventures, there are plenty of things to do in Faro.
How do I spend a day in Faro?
Ilha da Culatra Beach and Ilha da Barreta Beach are two excellent places to kick-start your vacation adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and retail options in Faro while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Faro?
Don't go home without checking out Ria Formosa Natural Park, rated the top tourist attraction in Faro.
Is three days enough to stay in Faro?
Book a vacation in Faro for three days and you'll easily be able to tick off its major sights and get a feel for the local way of life. For the chance to see attractions in nearby areas and venture away from the tourist trail, consider sticking around for a week or more.
Is Faro a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and major attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Faro is a good place to experience on foot. Wander between Ria Formosa Natural Park and Faro Cathedral. Then take a stroll around Sé e São Pedro, located 0.32 kilometres from the centre, and Faro City Centre, which is roughly 0.16 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Faro with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Check out our ideas for what to do in Faro with kids.

What to do in Faro for adults?
Faro Town Hall and Faro Jewish Heritage Centre are just a couple of the things to do in Faro. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Faro?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in Faro is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without getting your cash out. Ria Formosa Natural Park is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.

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