Praia de Faro
Faro
Visit Praia de Faro
Popular places to visit
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.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience
Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
![From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/56bd311b-b9cf-4a89-b7fe-1c3dd0a2258d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Praia de Faro Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
"We are happy with our accommodation at Holiday Inn Albufeira. Thank you to everyone working at the hotel."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
"Nothing bad here, everything was first class."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
"Everything was fantastic! This level of service means you can fully relax ☺️"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Occidental Faro
"Everyone was so helpful and the sauna was a great way to relax after a tone of traveling."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
"The staff is great. Breakfast was delicious. We enjoyed the Real Bar."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
"No frills, super clean. Perfect place for a night for this solo traveler who needed to be at Faro airport at 4am. 10-15 min safe walk down a well lit sidewalk to the airport, no taxi needed if you can handle your luggage. Friendly staff spoke English and check-in was a breeze. But distant from downtown ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Praia de Faro
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Old Town Square.
Sé
While visiting Sé, you might make a stop by sights like Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach.
Paço Branco
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paço Branco and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina.
Meloal
Though Meloal might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forum Algarve Mall and Algarve Stadium.
