Areia
Travel Guide
Visit Areia
![AP Eva Senses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2900/2828/30a17c49_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb,2025
![Hotel Faro & Beach Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1079900/1079803/be957e27_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb,2025
![EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/5995100/5995034/4cecb46b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jan,2025
![Alfagar Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1460000/1456200/1456107/2b6bb501_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 Dec,2024
![Four Seasons Vilamoura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4510000/4508100/4508056/1d20d284_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jan,2025
![Alfagar Alto da Colina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5450000/5448300/5448294/5f06be4d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Feb,2025
Popular places to visit
![Faro Island Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/232000/232293-Faro-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/766d322747dc3a7a3051d292c3bb5741.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
![Faro Cathedral which includes a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/233000/233310-Faro-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e682ac84bda6a3e2e5412714bc56ba04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Estoi Palace
Find out about the history of Estoi with a stop at Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
![Carmo Church featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/233000/233314-Carmo-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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
![Picture 12 for Activity From Faro: Benagil Cave Adventure Tour and More](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46288268/b5a64a19-3555-4daf-b8d6-329db251a76a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Faro: Benagil, Algar Seco, and Marinha Adventure Tour
![Jeep splashing through the water in Algarve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/184680/3285907a-4fa2-4814-a36a-0eb8ad2df883.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Jeep Safari 4X4 Algarve Expedition with Lunch Included
![From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4554890/788aad70-3df4-40a9-b6e4-615133062c6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour
![Benagil cave from the top view](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45660913/1fb36b56-5d4d-4ff2-8126-49d8d7e5232d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Benagil Cave Marinha Carvoeiro From Faro Full day Tour
![Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/688038/f03cda19-1356-4948-a8c4-fad015d79186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Benagil Cave Tour From Faro - Discover The Algarve Coast
![From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3612010/29c675c8-ca79-4ffe-b9dd-22289ddf6ea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)