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Faro, Portugal
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items Faro, Portugal is a gem of a city. It has beautiful beaches, wildlife reserves, and the capital of the Algarve. It's a perfect base for the region and there is so much to do! If you are considering a visit to Faro, here are some of my favourite thing...
The old town is beautiful, and the food is inspiring. Enjoy a crash course on Portuguese gastronomy and local history on a guided walking tour of Faro's Old Town. Visit 4 different restaurants and try authentic traditional food from the Eastern Algar...
Old Town Guided Walking Food Tour
Faro is brilliant, and you will definitely want to go further afield as well. Discover some of the best landscape of Portugal and see Benagil Cave, Marinha Beach, the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail, and the Algar Seco on a guided day tour. You will not ...
Benagil, Marinha, 7 Valleys, and Algar Seco Tour (start/end Faro)
The answer is in the question 🦩 When I was in Faro I used this helpful guide to find a flock and it was one of the most magical times of my life. There are tours you might want to take, but you can also take your binoculars and the advice in this ar...
Flamingos
I feel like photos never quite do justoc to the islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park. They are these incredible natural formations and home to diverse wildlife. To see the best of it, consider this catamaran tour. Visit Ilha Deserta, Ilha do Farol, an...
Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour- 4 stops, 3 islands
Dolphin watching tours can be ethically fraught at times, so my choice is to always go with a marine biologist ecotour. I love the information the guides can give, and love seeing dolphins in a way that feels ethical. And this tour is a great choice ...
Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour with marine biologists
Quinta da Tôr is special for its family tradition rooted in the village where it is located, the intense wines characteristic of the region. In summer, it offers a sunny terrace and refreshing pool; in winter, a cozy interior space with a fireplace t...
Tour & Wine tasting by Quinta da Tôr
There are any number of charming local restaurants who excel in local and traditional dishes. Here is one of my favourites.
Eat local and traditional dishes at Cantinho de Faro
Seville is just a couple of hours away, and an amazing city to explore. It's sort of incredible that you can do a day trip in a whole different country, and truly this one is great! Beautiful scenery on the way and a great way to spend a day. This wi...
Day trip to Seville, Spain
This chapel is built of the bones of more than 1,000 Carmelite friars- with 1 245 skulls- and was inaugurated in 1816. All this is a 4 x 6 metre space. This chapel is quite amazing to see, and definitely stayed with me as it may you! Entry is about 2...
Visit Capela dos Ossos (Bone Chapel)
My friends, this hotel is in fact a restored 19th century palace. It is stunning, it is fit for royalty, it is fit for you. It's about a 20 minute drive from Faro central, but they will not be minutes you regret. This place is exquisite.
Stay at the Pousada Palacio Estoi (palace/hotel)
Listen to some beautiful and mournful traditional music and let yourself be swept up. This takes place in a museum so you can really immerse yourself.
Listen to Traditional Fado Music at the Museum
Varandas Bar set in one of thr oldest houses in Faro. It has a rooftop, cocktails and views of the old town. A great way to spend at -least one- of your evenings!
Varandas Bar
I just rate walking tours with locals. There are many options you can choose from, include audio guides. But for my money, nothing beats local knowledge, tips and recommendations.
Greatest Hits Private Walking Tour with a Local
Kayaking is such a fun and calming activity. And being in the water is great! I highly recommend kayaking to connect with yourself and the environment. Just remember to stretch afterwards 💪
Go Kayaking in Ria Formosa
This is one of the largest shopping centres in the region. It's a great place to pick up mementos and gifts, as well as relax as it also functions as meeting place. And why not?!
Pick Up A Keepsake At Forum Algarve