Faro is the most southern city of The Algarve. This coastal town has an elegant marina backed by a historic quarter of whitewashed Portuguese buildings. Stroll throug the city along stately Catholic churches and ancient Moorish architecture. Its atmospheric squares and boulevards are paved with white and grey stone and lined with boutiques, designer shops, cafes and bars.

There is no shortage of entertainment in this university city. Faro has a vibrant nightlife and a thriving arts and cultural scene that caters for a wide range of audiences. There are plenty of opportunities for swimming and sunbathing on the area’s golden coastline, and nature lovers will be in their element in the nearby Rio Formosa Reserve, with its incredibly biodiverse lagoon and coastal zone.

Fans of fado music can indulge in Faro. Enjoy a live fado session at Faro Municipal Museum and take a journey through the history of this Portuguese mudic.