See and Do

Nestled in the heart of Faro’s Old Town, the Museu Municipal de Faro — once referred to as the Museu Municipal do Algarve —...

Vivenda Marília is an example of early twentieth-century Portuguese residential architecture. Built during a period of urban expansion, the villa reflects the ambitions and tastes of its original owners, a prominent local family. Its elegant façade features symmetrical windows, wrought iron balconies, stucco moldings, and decorative tiles.

A quick market stroll and old-town wander in Olhão, a short ferry ride to the unspoiled beaches of Culatra Island, then back for fresh seafood by the harbor.

One of Portugal’s oldest theatres, the Lethes Theatre is a beautifully preserved 19th-century venue housed in a former Jesuit college.

The Sunday farmer’s market at Largo do Carmo in Faro is a local tradition with fresh produce, Algarve flavors, and the historic Carmo church.

Faro Municipal Market offers an authentic glimpse into local Algarve life, with fresh fish, regional produce, and traditional goods in a lively central setting. For travellers seeking local culture beyond the tourist spots.

A forgotten Faro chapel with a remarkable past, the Ermida de São Sebastião now lives on as a Romanian Orthodox church filled with history and quiet charm

Discover Faro’s historic cemetery, where elegant tombs and quiet gardens tell the stories of the city’s past.

The Igreja do Carmo in Faro is famed for its ornate Baroque interior, while its adjoining Capela dos Ossos (Chapel of Bones) presents a haunting display of human skulls and bones, offering a striking reflection on mortality.

Convento de Santo António dos Capuchos is a 17th-century Capuchin convent in Faro, notable for its austere architecture and historical use as a religious site and jail. It reflects the region’s religious and social history.