Faro Free Tour

Discover the historic capital of the Algarve on this free tour through Faro, where you'll learn about the rich cultural heritage of this seaside town.

Itinerary

Meet us at the "I Love Faro" sign at the Faro Lighthouse, in front of the O Coreto Restaurant, to kick off our free tour of the Algarve capital.

From there we'll stroll along the streets of Faro to Palacete Belmarço, built in the early 20th century, a quintessential site of the city.

Continuing our route, we'll come to the historic Arco de la Villa, serving as the doorway into the oldest part of the city.

Our journey continues along Largo da Sé, a square adorned with orange trees, dominated by the Cathedral of Faro, dating back to the 13th century, built upon the remnants of an ancient mosque and restored after a significant earthquake nearly 300 years ago.

Our tour proceeds through the Arco da Porta Nova, a significant architectural complex. We'll then visit the exterior of the Old Brewery and the Municipal Museum of Faro, exploring the city's rich history.

Wandering through the old town, we'll pass by the Lethes Theatre and the Doglioni Palace until we reach the Gate of the sea walls, the main maritime entry. Here we can enjoy views of Faro and end our free tour by the old city walls.

Our last stop is Dom Alfonso III Square, featuring a bronze sculpture honoring the warrior king. We'll conclude our captivating two-hour exploration at the Arco do Repouso.