Information on Faro, Portugal

Faro, the capital of the Algarve region, has been a much-loved destination for hundreds of years and remains a brilliant city for exploring the nearby regions. Surrounded by medieval walls, Faro has hundreds of interesting historical attractions including the Nossa Senhora do Carmo, old churches, museums and fascinating sites. Nearby beaches are perfect for enjoying the warm weather, windsurfing and other water sports. Nature enthusiasts will love the Parque Natural da Ria Formossa and, within the main town, the selection of quality restaurants and cafes offering mouth watering local fare are reason enough for people to return to Faro year after year!