Faro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Faro featuring a lighthouse and a sunset

Where to stay in Faro

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 Faro Cathedral while in the area.

Faro City Centre
Faro which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse

4.5/5(157 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Faro Old Town as well as a small group of people

Faro Old Town

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Faro Old Town. Make a stop by Faro Cathedral or Old Town Square while you're exploring the area.

Faro Old Town
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Praia de Faro

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

While Praia de Faro isn't home to many top sights, Faro Island Beach and San Lorenzo Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Praia de Faro
Carmo Church which includes heritage elements

São Pedro

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

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Murta

Murta might not have many top sights, but Estoi Palace and Old Town are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Murta
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses
4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is 4.412.138 ₫ per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
4.412.138 ₫
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Loved it all.the views of the harbour, breakfast was great, as was the whole experience.. Perfect end to our holiday!! The pool, the coffee bar and café downstairs!! We’re Amazing…. Disappointed in that the poolside bar on the fifth floor doesn’t sell any pots or tea, at all…that was our only downside.. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2024

AP Eva Senses
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
4 out of 5
Praca D Francisco Gomes 2, Faro
The price is 5.132.013 ₫ per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
5.132.013 ₫
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We were welcomed by the staff on reception and they all gave us good advice and helped to arrange trips. We were surprised how good the sound insulation was with the windows closed as our room was directly over a busy roundabout. The breakfast was as good as any we have had at continental hotels, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

Hotel Faro & Beach Club
3HB Faro
3HB Faro
5 out of 5
Rua Vasco da Gama nr 33, Faro
The price is 7.688.933 ₫ per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
7.688.933 ₫
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (346 reviews)
"Beautiful modern hotel with well appointed room."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

3HB Faro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Faro Central - Holiday Apartments
Faro Central - Holiday Apartments
3 out of 5
Rua Castilho 77, Faro
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and bike hire on-site. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
"We arrived a little after 6 pm. Their office was closed. Dragged luggage over cobblestones but was unable to connect with them through phone or texting. Finally rented accommodations at another hotel. Would expect a refund and an apology."

Reviewed on 12 May 2023

Faro Central - Holiday Apartments
Cardeal Suites & Apartments
Cardeal Suites & Apartments
4 out of 5
Rua Dr. Coelho de Melo 1, Faro, Faro
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Faro. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
Awesome place, highly recommended
"A lovely place to stay in a really good location, just a short walk away from the bars and restaurants. The apartment was clean, modern and spacious. The communication and attentiveness from Claudia was top class. One of the best experiences I have ever encountered in many overseas visits."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Cardeal Suites & Apartments
Lemon Tree Apartments
Lemon Tree Apartments
4 out of 5
Travessa Castilho 12 - 18, 1 Esq, Faro
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, bike hire on-site and furnished balconies or patios. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"Great location for a quiet area. Communication was great. Was perfect size for 7-8 people. The courtyard outside was a perfect for this apartment. The apartment could use some updating on the floors, as there was several loose wood pieces that come up. But otherwise good for the price we paid. Thank ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sep 2023

Lemon Tree Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Faro

4.3
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Due to timing, there was a degree of anxiety, and some facilities were closing down. The public transport system worked well, and the boat trip to Isla deserta was fabulous

5/5 - Excellent

Frank

Faro has great restaurants, bars and shopping facilities. The old town and the marina are lovely places to visit. Excellent and varied boat trips to the Ria Formosa Natural Park are available. It's still relatively unspoilt by excessive tourism.

3/5 - Okay

Catherine

Faro definitely needs investment. It was run down in places and lots of graffiti. We took a boat ride which was amazing. The chapel of bones is also worth a visit! Lots of history and heritage... the people and culture are very welcoming!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Fantastic food If you want to learn about the science of the area go the the aquarium on the front Good place for an hour if it rains

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A quiet city but plenty to do. Shopping, restaurants, culture,history. It has great atmosphere. Well worth a visit before you travel on to your holiday destination.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely and quaint.

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