Faro Old Town Travel Guide
Faro
Visit Faro Old Town
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
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
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.
Top hotels in Faro Old Town
AP Eva Senses
Clean rooms,great helpful staff.Wonderful breakfast room with a piano player. Hotel is in a great location on the harbour.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Amazing hotel. Lovely rooms with bath in it. Spa was Epic! Indoor heated pool just lovely.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
The reception area is beautiful and well kept, and upon arrival the staff were very pleasant. My room was great and the rooftop bar had an amazing view of the area and the seafront.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Occidental Faro
Very nice the only issue
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Wonderful hotel, with excellent facilities, rooms and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Roots Hotel
Spacious room. ( we had the rooftop terrace). Perfect amenities. Clean. Reserve a parking in the garage…well worth it. Restaurant 2-3 doors down was excellent. Great coffee available!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Faro Old Town
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.
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, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square 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.
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.
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.
