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See rare examples of an ornamental art form that has become synonymous with Portugal in this museum dedicated to azulejo ceramic tiles. 

See rare examples of an ornamental art form that has become synonymous with Portugal in this museum dedicated to azulejo ceramic tiles. 

Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

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.

Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.

Join the many other visitors to this beautiful church, which contains many striking features, the most memorable of which has to be the macabre Bone Chapel. 

Start your visit to Évora in its picturesque main square to appreciate the 16th-century buildings surrounding a gorgeous fountain. 

Join the many other visitors to this beautiful church, which contains many striking features, the most memorable of which has to be the macabre Bone Chapel. 

Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities.

Start your visit to Évora in its picturesque main square to appreciate the 16th-century buildings surrounding a gorgeous fountain. 

Start your visit to Évora in its picturesque main square to appreciate the 16th-century buildings surrounding a gorgeous fountain. 

Join the many other visitors to this beautiful church, which contains many striking features, the most memorable of which has to be the macabre Bone Chapel. 

Ride the waves, enjoy a few hours of sunbathing on the warm sand or go for long walks to catch a sea breeze at this surfer’s paradise in southern Europe.

Join the many other visitors to this beautiful church, which contains many striking features, the most memorable of which has to be the macabre Bone Chapel. 

Accessible only by boat, this spacious stretch of sand offers an appealing mix of amenities while still maintaining a remote, secluded feeling.  

Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

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.

Pet and feed the animals in the spacious enclosures, bring your kids to the playground and dine at the restaurant of this zoo.

Join the many other visitors to this beautiful church, which contains many striking features, the most memorable of which has to be the macabre Bone Chapel. 

Enjoy the panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from the cliffs and learn about the history of this preserved 600-year-old fort.

From royal tombs to azulejo tile panels depicting La Fontaine’s famous fables, this magnificent monastery is full of interesting details. 

Be amazed by the abundance of gold leaf décor spread across this Baroque gem and explore the relics in the small museum.