Ariolos Travel Guide
Faro
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.
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
In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.
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 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.
Things to do
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
![From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/56bd311b-b9cf-4a89-b7fe-1c3dd0a2258d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
Top hotels in Ariolos
PortoBay Blue Ocean
"Nothing bad here, everything was first class."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
"Everything was fantastic! This level of service means you can fully relax ☺️"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Occidental Faro
"Everyone was so helpful and the sauna was a great way to relax after a tone of traveling."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
"The staff is great. Breakfast was delicious. We enjoyed the Real Bar."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
"No frills, super clean. Perfect place for a night for this solo traveler who needed to be at Faro airport at 4am. 10-15 min safe walk down a well lit sidewalk to the airport, no taxi needed if you can handle your luggage. Friendly staff spoke English and check-in was a breeze. But distant from downtown ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
"Our stay was comfortable and enjoyable, and made more so by the unfailing courtesy, efficiency, and attentiveness of the young staff. The buffet breakfast was very good. The location was perfect being minutes on foot from everything in the town."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ariolos
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.
Barros
Though Barros may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forum Algarve Mall and Ria Formosa Natural Park.
Chaveca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chaveca and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and Algarve Stadium.
Laranjeiro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laranjeiro and surrounding area, you can visit Forum Algarve Mall and Algarve Stadium.
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 Parque Natural da Ria Formosa.
Barranco de São Miguel
When in Barranco de São Miguel, you can plan a visit to Ria Formosa Natural Park and Old Town, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
