Arco da Vila
The neoclassical gateway in the walls that leads into the Cidade Velha, Faro's old town.
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Faro: airports, things to do and where to stay
Faro is the capital of the Algarve, a laid-back city with a walled old town, a marina and the Ria Formosa lagoon. It is the gateway to the beaches of southern Portugal.
Faro airports
From the airport to central Faro
Faro airport is about 3 km from central Faro.
Vamus Algarve, línea 16
City bus between the airport and central Faro, stopping near the train and bus stations.
Comboios de Portugal (Faro)
The airport has no train station. Faro station, a few minutes away by bus or taxi, connects with the Algarve coast and with Lisbon.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals; taxis are metered. The ride to central Faro takes about 10 min.
Faro
Things to do in Faro
Sé de Faro
The cathedral, at the top of the old town, with a Gothic tower and an interior blending several styles.
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Igreja do Carmo
A twin-towered Baroque church, known for its Capela dos Ossos, decorated with human bones.
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Ria Formosa
A nature park of lagoons, salt marshes and barrier islands off Faro, ideal for boat trips and birdwatching.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Faro?
Faro is served by Faro (FAO).
How far is the airport from central Faro?
Faro airport is about 3 km from central Faro.
How do I get from the airport to central Faro?
From Faro airport you can take Vamus Algarve, línea 16 (bus), Comboios de Portugal (Faro) (train), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Faro?
Highlights of Faro include Arco da Vila, Sé de Faro, Igreja do Carmo, and Ria Formosa.
Photo credits
- Arco da Vila: Hugo Ferreira, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Sé de Faro: HugoMPG, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Igreja do Carmo: Nol Aders, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Ria Formosa: Jules Verne Times Two, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons