São Pedro Travel Guide

Faro

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Carmo Church which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Carmo Church featuring heritage elements
Carmo Church which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a church or cathedral
Photo by Friso Van Herk
Photo by Friso Van Herk

Popular places to visit

Carmo Church which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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.

Carmo Church
Faro Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

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 Island Beach
Old Town Square

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.

Old Town Square
Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town

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.

Faro Cathedral
Estoi Palace

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.

Estoi Palace

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.

Faro Marina

Things to do

Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha, 7 Valleys Adventure Tour

From Faro: Guided Tour of the Algarve

Rp1.052.271
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Guided Tour of the Algarve
Benagil cave from the top view

Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour

Rp956.610
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast

Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast

Rp956.610
per adult
Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast
Benagil cave

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

Rp1.339.254
per adult
From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha
From Faro: Visit Benagil Cave, Marinha Beach, Algar Seco & More

From Faro: Visit Benagil Cave, Marinha Beach, Algar Seco & More

Rp956.610
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Faro: Visit Benagil Cave, Marinha Beach, Algar Seco & More
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Rp860.949
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
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Top hotels in São Pedro

AP Eva Senses

AP Eva Senses

4 out of 5
Avenida da Republica, 1, Faro
The price is Rp3.826.966 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp3.826.966
Rp4.113.330 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Location great, breakfast super, roof top pool amazing, some of the roof top furniture could do with fixing . Rooms were lovely and clean. Staff friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

AP Eva Senses
Luxury Guest House Opus One

Luxury Guest House Opus One

4 out of 5
R. Serpa Pinto 37, Faro, Faro
The price is Rp2.558.871 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.558.871
Rp2.788.064 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and in-room massages. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (157 reviews)
"Lovely little oasis when the sun is really hot as the pool is perfect. Room was ideal for us and location was so convenient. Lovely look forward to our next stay"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Luxury Guest House Opus One
Roots Hotel

Roots Hotel

3 out of 5
R Francisco Barreto 32, Faro
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.517.436 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp2.517.436
Rp2.744.143 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
"Central, convenient and friendly staffs"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Roots Hotel
ibis Faro Algarve

ibis Faro Algarve

2 out of 5
Rua Poeta Antonio Aleixo, 204, Nº de Registo:285, Faro
The price is Rp1.927.223 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp1.927.223
Rp2.118.518 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Faro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (756 reviews)
"Vasco was super friendly"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

ibis Faro Algarve
Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve

5 out of 5
Rua da Ombria, No. 9, Ombria Algarve, Loulé, Faro District
The price is Rp7.048.613 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp7.048.613
Rp7.547.221 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Fonte Benemola Park and Loule Gypsy Market ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"We recently had the pleasure of staying at the newly opened Viceroy Ombria Algarve, and it exceeded our expectations in nearly every way. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel welcome—genuinely friendly, attentive, and always eager to help without being intrusive. The architecture is ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Viceroy At Ombria Algarve
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos, Loule, Faro
The price is Rp4.798.429 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
Rp4.798.429
Rp5.161.996 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (976 reviews)
"Beautiful resort with a very calming vibe. It’s very big but never felt like there were lots of people around or overcrowded. Staff are very friendly & helpful. Rooms were spacious and very clean. Large variety of options at breakfast. The only issue we faced is that it’s quite far away from anything, ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
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Other neighbourhoods around São Pedro

Faro Cathedral showing heritage elements

Faro City Centre

Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.

Faro City Centre
Faro Old Town as well as a small group of people

Faro Old Town

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

Faro Old Town
Faro which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse

Sé

4.5/5(157 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Sé, Faro Cathedral and Old Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sé
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Gambelas

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

While Gambelas isn't home to many top sights, Forum Algarve Mall and Faro Marina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gambelas
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Torre de Natal

Torre de Natal might not have many top sights, but A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve and Carmo Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Torre de Natal
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Praia de Faro

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Praia de Faro, Faro Island Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park are top sights worth seeing.

Praia de Faro

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