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What to see and do in Faro and around. It’s true that Faro is not a large city. Actually it’s a small town, but still, there is enough to keep a visitor busy for a couple of days. Check here for suggestions: eating and drinking, sightseeing, hiking, beaches and more.

Lighthouse on the Island

A day out in Faro island can be enhanced by a visit to the lighthouse which inspired the name of the place.

Bishop’s Palace

The Bishop's residence it's a relatively new museum in Faro. It opened to the public in 2019 and the highlight, in fact, the only true reason to visit, its the impressive blue tiles panels,
Old Cemetery of Prague

Old Cemetery of Faro: An Enchanting Hidden Gem of History and...

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

Igreja do Carmo and Bones Chapel

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 Snto. António dos Capuchos

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.

Club Farense: a centennial place

A private club where public cultural and artistic events take place. Hosted at a 17th century house in the main pedestrian street of Faro.
Front facade of the Romanian Orthodox Faro church, or, Ermida de São Sebastião

The Romanian Orthodox Church in Faro

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

Two Eras in a Little Corner

Not far from the town's center, one will find a hidden secret corner where two different eras touch each other. A pleasant detail for those willing to step out of the beaten path in Faro.

Km 738 Roundabout

This newly built roundabout marks the beggining - or the end, depends on the perspective - of the National Road 2, the third longest road in the world.