Alcaria Branca Travel Guide
Faro
Visit Alcaria Branca
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.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit 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.
Estoi Palace
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.
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 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.
Things to do
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Top hotels in Alcaria Branca
AP Eva Senses
Yes excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Yes, mainly the boy that work at reception
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
From the first moment when we arrived until the checkout we really enjoyed our stay. The accommodation and amenities are incredible, the staff very attentive and the food extremely delicious. We can absolutely recommend to come here to enjoy the Algarve to the fullest.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Could not fault the room. Clean and very well maintained
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Occidental Faro
Great service lovely will Be back
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG
Great hotel at a great location.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alcaria Branca
Vale Grande
When in Vale Grande, you can plan a visit to Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Murta
Murta might not have many top sights, but Old Town and Novacortica Cork Factory are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Alcaria Cova
While Alcaria Cova 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 Harbour.
Ariolos
Though Ariolos may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour.
Vale de Seixos
While Vale de Seixos 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 Algarve Stadium.
Lagos e Relvas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lagos e Relvas and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and Old Town.
