Faro City Centre Travel Guide
Faro
Visit Faro City Centre
Popular places to visit
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 visit its top-notch restaurants.
Faro Cathedral
Faro Cathedral 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.
Carmo Church
After visiting Carmo Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sé e São Pedro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.
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 Island Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Faro Island Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Praia de Faro. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Top hotels in Faro City Centre
Occidental Faro
Great location - right on the main hub- as close to old town with out being inside the walls and totally walkable are with tons of great food and atmosphere for all types and levels of activity Hotel staff were great and the rooms were perfect for us.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Roots Hotel
Just 8 minutes walk from the city center, quiet area at night, good space with efficiency kitchen included
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
3HB Faro
Beautiful hotel which is spotlessly clean and staffed by the most lovely people. My husband and I were discussing how lucky the hotel is to have such brilliant people. Everyone of them couldn’t do enough and it wasn’t “ forced” as they all were so naturally lovely. From the lovely lady who checked ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Alameda Exclusive House
Better than imagined
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Made Inn Faro
The room was very clean, perfect for the type of stay I needed. It was quiet and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was the real let down for me unfortunately. There wasn’t a huge vegetarian/ vegan option. It’s a buffet style so most of the foods were quite cold even though should have been ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
AP Eva Senses
This was our 4th stay in the Eva Senses. The hotel is in a great position to explore Faro and if you book a marina room has lovely views. Our room waa very comfortable and clean. Breakfast is really good with plenty of choice. We used the free water taxis provided by the hotel to go to the beach. ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
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, Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
