Praia de Faro Travel Guide

Faro

A coastal landscape with cliffs, clear blue waters, and a sandy beach.
A beach with footprints in the sand and a clear sky.
A vibrant seaside restaurant with turquoise and pink decor, wooden tables, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal scene with a sandy beach, a rocky breakwater, and a lighthouse in the distance.
A beach with a wooden fence, blue lounge chairs, and thatched umbrellas.

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Faro Island Beach

8.8/10 (795 reviews)
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.
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Things to do

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Rp509.455
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Rp1.385.719
per adult
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping
Vilamoura: Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry&Dolphin search

PREMIUM Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry & Dolphin search

Rp855.885
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
PREMIUM Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry & Dolphin search
Traditional Algarve: White Villages Tour

Traditional Algarve: White Villages Tour

Rp998.533
per adult
Traditional Algarve: White Villages Tour
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour

Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour

Rp1.222.693
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

Rp917.020
per adult
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
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Where to stay in Praia de Faro

Find the best Praia de Faro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A richly decorated altar with intricate blue and gold tiles, two statues on either side, and a central statue of a religious figure.

Faro City Centre

Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and Old Town Square while in the area.

A coastal cityscape with a marina, white buildings, and a clear sky.
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Sé

If you're spending some time in Sé, Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A cobblestone street with outdoor seating, stone walls, and a sign reading "Aqua del Rey".

Faro Old Town

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

A historic church with two bell towers, a central facade with decorative elements, and a clock.

São Pedro

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

Gorjoes

While Gorjoes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market.

Praia de Faro Travel Guide