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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.

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.

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.

Going to a Football Match

If you happen to be in Faro during football season and you are fond of sports you might want to consider attending a match. The...

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.

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.

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.

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,