Best hotels in Faro
3HB Faro
R. Vasco da Gama 33, 8000-442 Faro
Just off a cobble-stone street near Faro’s Old Town is the 3HB Faro, a chic five-star hotel ideal for a stylish city break. It’s only 8-minutes from Faro Cathedral and close to other attractions like the Algarve Regional Museum. Or, if you want a lounging day inside, there’s a rooftop terrace, indoor and outdoor pool, full-service spa, as well as two restaurants, and bar lounges.
Sunlight House B&B
R. Drive. Francisco Lázaro Cortes 11, Faro
Sunlight House B&B is a quaint four-star option for those looking for something homier. There’s a balcony dining area, and it’s a short, scenic stroll to the Ria Formosa Lagoon. Enjoy this comfortable getaway on the fringe of Faro’s historic centre.
Hotel Faro & Beach Club
Praça Dom Francisco Gomes 2, 8000-168 Faro
This four-star hotel is just a minute from Faro’s famed waterfront, and with convenient access to Faro train station. Hotel Faro is perfectly placed for those looking for a maritime moment or travel to other cities in the Algarve. With bright, modern rooms, complimentary breakfast, a stylish spa and a chic hammam room, this upmarket hotel has all you need for a relaxing city break.
Best restaurants in Faro
Pigs & Cows
R. Baptista Lopes 57, 8000-225 Faro
Pigs & Cows describe their space as one for epicureans, or those who aren’t in a rush and love to savour the taste of excellent cuisine. Their Franco-Portuguese roots are evident in every meal, but there’s no fixed menu. Expect simple dishes elegantly elaborated on, European and exotic flavours, finished with a sophisticated ambiance.
Tertulia Algarvia
Praça Dom Afonso III 15, 8000-167 Faro
Tertulia Algarvia is a restaurant that promotes the history, traditions, and cuisine of the Algarve. It’s a friendly, community-centric restaurant with cooking classes, crafts workshops, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. You can expect a particular penchant for maritime masterpieces, including Octopus Tentacles, Lobster, and Cataplana dishes.
l’Osteria
Praça Alexandre Herculano 21, 8000-159 Faro
l’Osteria is an Italian eatery, particularly proud of their classic desert dishes such as tiramisu, or panna cotta. Enjoy a comforting, romantic dish cosied up next to the fireplace, or tuck-away for lunch with warming dishes like Carbonara.
Best things to do in Faro
Ria Foromsa Lagoon
Ria Foromsa Lagoon
The Ria Foromsa Lagoon formed from a series of coastal, barrier islands, offering scenic vistas and exotic hikes across a clear blue, natural lagoon. It’s perfect for a great day out and just minutes outside Faro city.
Arco da Vila
R. da Misericórdia 8, 8000-269 Faro
Visit the neoclassical redesigned Arco da Vila, old Faro’s waterside gateway. It’s a strikingly beautiful, classical monument that speaks to the history of the Algarve’s capital, that can complement any jaunt into the old city.
Milreu Roman Remains
8005-411 Estoi
Ten minutes outside of Faro lies the skeleton of old roman ruins, a hillside history lesson laid bare beneath the Algarve’s skies. Explore villas and the inner workings of Roman baths, with much of their core foundations and mosaic tiles still fully intact. Trace the anchient world and its layers of history, as you unearth the ruins and explore one of the most prominent and well-preserved pieces of Roman occupation in the Algarve.
