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.

Stay near popular Praia de Faro attractions

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

Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Rp1.402.306
per adult
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

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

Rp927.997
per adult
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Traditional Algarve: White Villages Tour

Traditional Algarve: White Villages Tour

Rp1.010.485
per adult
Traditional Algarve: White Villages Tour
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour

Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour

Rp1.237.329
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Amazing West: Silves, Lagos & Sagres Day Tour
From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop

From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop

Rp206.221
per adult
From Faro: Catamaran Boat Trip to Deserta Island with Stop
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Rp927.997
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
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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 historic building with ornate architectural details, including a central double door, decorative statues, and multiple windows with iron grilles.

Faro City Centre

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

A coastal cityscape with a marina, white buildings, and a clear sky.
Photo by Rebecca Williamson
Open Photo by Rebecca Williamson

Sé

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

A historic church with two bell towers, a large central doorway, and a patterned pavement in front.

São Pedro

If you're spending some time in São Pedro, Faro Marina and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

A clock tower with a bell, a nest with a bird, and a spire.

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.

Barros

Though Barros may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ria Formosa Natural Park and Algarve Stadium.

Praia de Faro Travel Guide