Faro Old Town Travel Guide

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Faro Old Town featuring outdoor art
Faro Old Town which includes a garden and wild flowers
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Popular places to visit

Old Town Square

Old Town Square

5/5(5 reviews)

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 top-notch restaurants.

Old Town Square
Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town

Faro Cathedral

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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.

Faro Cathedral
Faro Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Faro Island Beach

4.5/5(163 reviews)

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 Island Beach
Estoi Palace

Estoi Palace

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Estoi Palace
Carmo Church which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Carmo Church

4/5(44 reviews)

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.

Carmo Church

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 Town Hall

Top hotels in Faro Old Town

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos, Loule, Faro
The price is 4.610.535 ₫ per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
4.610.535 ₫
4.949.063 ₫ total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (988 reviews)
"Amazing place and reminds me so much of 5 star hotels in Dubai."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Caixa Postal 409-A, Estrada Nacional 125-10, Faro
The price is 2.454.408 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
2.454.408 ₫
2.663.618 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Handy for the airport and the local supermarket has a good cafe"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Hotel Da Gale

Hotel Da Gale

2 out of 5
Largo Dos Luisadas, Albufeira
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
5.4/10 (477 reviews)
Pleasant stay, no problems
"I felt I should write a review after reading lots of bad reviews about this hotel, as I had a very pleasant stay. The hotel is very basic and doesn't have air conditioning but I knew this before booking. My room didn't get a lot of sun and the temperature was fine. It is clean and there were cleaners ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

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Hotel Da Gale
Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

5 out of 5
Rua da Ombria, No. 9, Ombria Algarve, Loulé, Faro District
The price is 7.860.182 ₫ per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
7.860.182 ₫
8.393.737 ₫ total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Fonte Benemola Park and Loule Gypsy Market ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Lovely staff, great pool overlooking the hills. Lots to explore on property"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5 out of 5
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira
The price is 5.522.417 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
5.522.417 ₫
5.853.762 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (740 reviews)
Epic stay!
"Clean room, friendly staff, beautiful pools, easy access to the beach."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

4 out of 5
Av. do Estádio, PO Box 2445, Albufeira
The price is 2.162.216 ₫ per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
2.162.216 ₫
2.415.838 ₫ total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Albufeira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (276 reviews)
"Fabulous service from check-in, room change, breakfast, pool, pool bar, takeaway dinner and housekeeping."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Faro Old Town

Faro Cathedral showing heritage elements

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 City Centre
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São Pedro

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

São Pedro
Faro which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse

Sé

4.5/5(157 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sé
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Gambelas

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
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Praia de Faro

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

Praia de Faro
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Paço Branco

While there might not be top attractions in Paço Branco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Forum Algarve Mall and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve.

Paço Branco

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