Murta 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.

Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches 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 lively bars.
Things to do

From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha

From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, Praia Marinha, 7 vales tour

Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast
Top hotels in Murta

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

PortoBay Blue Ocean
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

3HB Faro
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Murta

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.

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.

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 Municipal Swimming Pool.

Laranjeiro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laranjeiro and surrounding area, you can visit Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.

Quinta das Raposeiras
While Quinta das Raposeiras isn't home to many top sights, Algarve Stadium and Old Town are some notable places to visit nearby.