Discover Faro

As the capital of the Algarve region, Faro has the largest airport in southern Portugal and serves as most travelers' first stop before exploring the many seaside towns along the coast from here.

The offshore lagoon system of sandbanks, channels and small islands is home to rich birdlife, including flamingos and rare spoonbills, and is best explored on a boat tour through the protected natural landscape.

East and west of Faro, golden limestone cliffs drop dramatically into the turquoise sea, with hidden grottos and coves such as the famous Benagil Cave, which can be visited by boat or kayak.

Behind the preserved city walls of the Cidade Velha, cobbled lanes, the cathedral and a quiet square lined with orange trees invite a relaxed stroll away from the touristy coastal bustle.

Faro Airport lies just a few kilometers from the center and, especially in summer months, is served directly several times a day from numerous European cities.

As the capital of the Algarve region, Faro has the largest airport in southern Portugal and serves as most travelers' first stop before exploring the many seaside towns along the coast from here.

The offshore lagoon system of sandbanks, channels and small islands is home to rich birdlife, including flamingos and rare spoonbills, and is best explored on a boat tour through the protected natural landscape.

East and west of Faro, golden limestone cliffs drop dramatically into the turquoise sea, with hidden grottos and coves such as the famous Benagil Cave, which can be visited by boat or kayak.