5 Days in Faro: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Cuisine

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4 Feb 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Faro's rich history and vibrant culinary scene. Discover ancient cathedrals, picturesque islands, and fascinating museums. Indulge in mouthwatering sushi, fresh seafood, and traditional Portuguese dishes. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Faro!

Trip to Faro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Silves' Secrets and Faro's Hidden Gems

$111

$ 11

Large, historic Gothic cathedral built over a mosque, featuring red sandstone & a unique interior.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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Sprawling Moorish-style sandstone castle with vaulted halls, numerous towers & sweeping views.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

48 - 58 min

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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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Museu Marítimo Almirante Ramalho Ortigão

Three-room museum featuring maritime-related objects, including ship models, along with a library.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 2Island Hopping and Seafood Delights

$101

$ 17

11 kilometer-long island with scenic white-sand beaches with clear water for swimming.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

24 - 29 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$36

12 - 15 min

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Picturesque stretch of sand with a quiet vibe drawing swimmers, walkers & small boats.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$13

7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 3Bones, Cathedrals, and Island Paradise

$114

$ 22

A compact chapel built from the bones of Carmelite monks, featuring more than 1,000 skulls.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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9 - 14 min

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Catholic cathedral dating to the 13th century, with a small museum of religious relics & objects.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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11 - 14 min

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This isolated 7km-long island off the coast is reached via ferry or boat & features a nude beach.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$13

25 - 30 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$40

10 - 12 min

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This 6km-long inhabited island accessible via ferry features a lighthouse, beaches & a lagoon.

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$36

Day 4Gardens, Museums, and Ria Formosa's Beauty

$105

$ 17

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Historical convent-turned-museum featuring permanent & temporary archeological exhibitions.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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10 - 15 min

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Church of the Third Order of Our Lady of Monte do Carmo

18th-century Catholic church known for its small chapel built out of the bones & skulls of monks.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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16 - 20 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

2 - 3 min

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System of barrier islands with scenic hiking & cycling routes suited to varying ability levels.

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$36

Day 5Market Treasures, Cultural Delights, and Coastal Wonders

$103

One-stop shopping for produce, fish, chocolate, gourmet foods & flowers plus coffee & restaurants.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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6 - 9 min

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Ethnography museum devoted to the Algarve region featuring paintings, artifacts, crafts & furniture.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

4 - 6 min

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Restaurant Ria Formosa, the bar and a panoramic terrace are located on the rooftop of Hotel Faro, overlooking the Ria Formosa and the Old Town of Faro. The contemporary cuisine with fresh products from the sea is delicious, chef Alberto Carvalho cuisine will for sure surprise you.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

1 - 2 min

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