What to do in Faro District

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal town with white buildings, red-tiled roofs, and a prominent white church with a bell tower during sunset.
A coastal town with white buildings, palm trees, and a dock with boats.
A public square with a central pool, colorful buildings, and outdoor seating areas.
A bustling street in a historic town with white buildings, shops, and signs for restaurants and bars.
A beach with two large rock formations and a person with a surfboard.

Things to do

Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Lisbon City Tour & Shopping

Rp1.382.213
per adult
Lisbon City Tour & Shopping
Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

Rp268.603
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour
Full-Day Tour Eastern Algarve Finest

Full-Day Tour Historical Eastern Algarve Finest

Rp1.321.233
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour Historical Eastern Algarve Finest
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

Rp711.433
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran
Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

Rp284.573
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

Rp569.146
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari

Rp813.066
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Albufeira: Half-Day Algarve Jeep Safari
Albufeira: Winery Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas

Albufeira/Vilamoura: Winery Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas

Rp1.199.273
per adult
Albufeira/Vilamoura: Winery Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas
Full Day Guided Tour Historical Algarve Finest

Full Day Guided Tour Historical Western Algarve Finest

Rp1.321.233
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Full Day Guided Tour Historical Western Algarve Finest
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Albufeira Old Town Square

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Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.
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A beach with a lifeguard tower, waves, and a cliff.

Vilamoura

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Vilamoura. Make a stop by Vilamoura Marina or Falesia Beach while you're exploring the area.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, a lighthouse, and a rocky coastline.

Praia da Rocha

Travellers to Praia da Rocha praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Três Castelos Beach and Algarve Casino.

A coastal town with multi-story buildings, a sandy beach, and a rocky hillside.

Albufeira Old Town

Albufeira Old Town is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square or Peneco Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A stone archway leading into a castle at dusk.

Centro Histórico

Centro Histórico is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lagos Municipal Market and First European Slave Market.

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.

Day trip destinations from Faro District

A crowded beach with clear turquoise water, rocky cliffs, and a distant mountain range.

Lagos

A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, rocky cliffs, and calm sea.

Sagres

A beach with rocky cliffs and calm waves.

Portimão

A white church with a yellow tower and a cross on top, surrounded by buildings with tiled roofs.

Tavira

A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and a calm sea.

Carvoeiro

A coastal cliff with layered rock formations and clear blue waters.

Odemira

A large sand sculpture of Hello Kitty and a cat, with a wooden platform in the foreground.

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