Vale Grande
Faro
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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.
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.
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.
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 Town Hall
Faro Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Sé e São Pedro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
![From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/56bd311b-b9cf-4a89-b7fe-1c3dd0a2258d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
CCVAlgarve Family Ticket | 2 adults + Children
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
From Vilamoura: Sunset Catamaran Experience
Top hotels in Vale Grande
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
"Everything was fantastic! This level of service means you can fully relax ☺️"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
PortoBay Blue Ocean
"Nothing bad here, everything was first class."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Occidental Faro
"Everyone was so helpful and the sauna was a great way to relax after a tone of traveling."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto
"No frills, super clean. Perfect place for a night for this solo traveler who needed to be at Faro airport at 4am. 10-15 min safe walk down a well lit sidewalk to the airport, no taxi needed if you can handle your luggage. Friendly staff spoke English and check-in was a breeze. But distant from downtown ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
"Our stay was comfortable and enjoyable, and made more so by the unfailing courtesy, efficiency, and attentiveness of the young staff. The buffet breakfast was very good. The location was perfect being minutes on foot from everything in the town."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Roots Hotel
"Stylishly decorated and in pristine condition. Its location is perfect. The area itself is a little bit tatty but it’s minutes away from the old town, loads of restaurants and the marina. The staff couldn’t do enough for you, even helping me out with the uber app on my phone. The room was lovely. ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vale Grande
Alcaria Cova
While Alcaria Cova isn't home to many top sights, Ria Formosa Natural Park and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Old Town.
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.
Chaveca
While there might not be top attractions in Chaveca, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Forum Algarve Mall and Algarve Stadium.
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 Old Town.
Ferradeira
Ferradeira might not have many top sights, but Parque Natural da Ria Formosa and Ria Formosa Natural Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
