Faro City Centre Travel Guide
Faro
Visit Faro City Centre
Popular places to visit
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 lively bars.
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 lively bars.
Algarve Regional Museum
You can study the exhibits at Algarve Regional Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day 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
Faro: Private & Flexible Walking Tour in Historic Center
Top hotels in Faro City Centre
Occidental Faro
"The property was modern, the rooftop bar and swimming pool were great. The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were well equipped."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Roots Hotel
"Had a great stay at Roots hotel at the end of April. The reception staff were all very friendly and helpful, the rooms were super clean and facilities good. Great to have the kitchenette which was well equipped with pretty much everything you could need. The free coffee machine downstairs was great ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
3HB Faro
"Would recommend , central and very nice"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
"Un excellent déjeuner sur place et gratuit"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Alameda Exclusive House
"Nice place but a ways from restaurants and shopping"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
AP Eva Senses
"Bien situé près du port de plaisance. Bon petit déjeuner. Facile d’accès pour les correspondances par bus et par train. Certainement équipements sanitaires auraient besoin d’être mis au goût du jour."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Faro City Centre
Sé
If you're spending some time in Sé, Old Town Square and Ilha da Barreta Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Praia de Faro
If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.
São Pedro
If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Forum Algarve Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
