Santa Barbara de Nexe
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Where to stay in Santa Barbara de Nexe

Charneca
Though Charneca might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market.

Quinta das Raposeiras
While there might not be top attractions in Quinta das Raposeiras, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Old Town.

Canal
When in Canal, you can plan a visit to Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Poço do Mouro
Poço do Mouro might not have many top sights, but Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Aldeia
While Aldeia isn't home to many top sights, Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gorjoes
When in Gorjoes, you can plan a visit to Old Town and Municipal Swimming Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
1 indoor and 2 outdoor pools PLUS the beautiful beach and ocean!
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

PortoBay Blue Ocean
Clean spacious bedroom. Delicious and wide variety of food at buffet. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Clean room, friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

Balaia Golf Village Resort
Spacious and well equipped apartment Great location
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

Alfagar Village
Excellent spacious apartment, fantastic friendly staff and a jam packed kids entertainment schedule despite it being end of season. Would totally recommend as a half term sun escape. Weather was mixed but pools still manageable and indoor heated pools as an option.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Vila Gale Ampalius
We would of gave this property at best a 3 star if for not Fabio at the front desk. Without getting into all the details of our A/C stuck heating on heat. Anyways, Fabio profusely apoligized for the issue and immediately upgraded us to mini kitchen ocean front. Thus gesture and attention to details ...
Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025
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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 marina in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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 lively bars.

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.

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

From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

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

Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro

From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]

