Neighbourhood · Faro, Algarve

Faro Old Town

Faro Old Town
Photo: Arne Müseler, CC BY-SA 3.0 de via Wikimedia Commons

Faro's old town is entered through the Arco da Vila gate. It is small, quiet and close to the marina and Ria Formosa boat tours.

Updated November 4, 2026On day 4 of Algarve in 5 Days

Visiting Faro Old Town: what to know

Tickets
Free to walk
Time needed
2 hours
Best time
Late afternoon
Getting there
Walk from the marina or train station

Algarve itineraries with Faro Old Town

Day 4 of Algarve in 5 Days

Silves and Faro

How Faro Old Town fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Silves CastleSilves
  2. 12:00Drive to FaroSilves to Faro
  3. 13:30Lunch in the Faro Old TownFaro
  4. 15:00Faro Old TownFaro
  5. 16:30Faro CathedralFaro
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Faro Old Town FAQs

Is Faro worth visiting?

Yes, its old town merits half a day.

How far is it from the airport?

About 15 minutes by car or bus.

Can you take a lagoon trip from Faro?

Yes, boats leave from the marina area.

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