Vale Grande Travel Guide
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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
Seville day trip from the Algarve
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]
Top hotels in Vale Grande
PortoBay Blue Ocean
"Nothing bad here, everything was first class."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
"Staff for very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and very spacious. Breakfast has a lot of options but their warm food were often a bit cold. Outdoor pool were very nice. I like that there is an adult pool and kids pool the restaurants inside the hotel where a bit too expensive but the buffet ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Occidental Faro
"We have stayed at Hotel Faro many times over recent years and generally found it very comfortable. Although some of the rooms are very small, this is manageable for one night. The main issue on this visit was the breakfast offering. Previously this has been excellent but it just wasn't up to thd ..."
Reviewed on 29 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
"This was our second stay at the hotel, and we continue to be thoroughly impressed. The property is maintained to such an impeccable standard that it feels brand new. Our room was quiet, comfortably air-conditioned, and featured an excellent bed. Housekeeping was outstanding, servicing the room daily ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Roots Hotel
"Great apartment with fabulous huge balcony with view of sea in the distance. Super air conditioning (in a heat wave) and very well furnished and maintained. Excellent safe garage under property for my motorcycle. Super helpful staff. I loved it all."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vale Grande
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.
Murta
Murta might not have many top sights, but Old Town and Sao Miguel Peak are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
