Ariolos
Faro
Popular places to visit

Faro Island Beach
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.

Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Faro Cathedral
The Cathedral of Faro, also known as Sé or the Church of Santa Maria, is one of the most important historic buildings in Faro. It’s located in the historic city centre, in Largo da Sé. The architecture consists of a mixture of different styles: gothic (tower porch, main entrance, and some chapels), mannerist and baroque.

Estoi Palace
Find out about the history of Estoi when you take a trip to Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Carmo Church
Behind the intricate details of the Baroque façade and the nave’s gilded woodwork and stained-glass windows lie the ghoulish skulls of the Bones Chapel.
Faro Marina
Explore the waterfront of Faro Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Sé e São Pedro. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos

Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro

CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children

Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

Faro Airport (FAO): Shared One-Way Albufeira Bus Transfer

From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour
Top hotels in Ariolos

AP Eva Senses
Great choice at breakfast. Well equipped gym. Rooms need a little modernization.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Great staff, clean rooms, excellent facilities and amenities.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
The room was clean, beds and pillows were comfortable, friendly staff and a good breakfast. Could have done with being a little bit warmer.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
The whole thing was amazing the stuff was attentive to birthday and surprise us with a cake and drinks. They even had a candle for the cake. It really made his ! Thank you too such amazing tentative staff and the place looks incredible!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection
Excellent breakfast. Nice room. Goid place to relax.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

3HB Faro
All excellent
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ariolos

Vale de Seixos
When in Vale de Seixos, you can plan a visit to Ria Formosa Natural Park and Algarve Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Vale Grande
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vale Grande and surrounding area, you can visit Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour.

Alcaria Cova
While Alcaria Cova isn't home to many top sights, Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lagos e Relvas
While Lagos e Relvas might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Ruins of Milreu.

Murta
While Murta might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Novacortica Cork Factory and Sao Miguel Peak.

Barranco de São Miguel
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barranco de São Miguel and surrounding area, you can visit Ria Formosa Natural Park and Sao Miguel Peak.
