City guide
Faro
Faro is the capital of the Algarve and the region's main air gateway, with a walled old town, a cathedral, and the Ria Formosa lagoon and nature reserve at its doorstep. It is often used as a transit point to the Algarve's beach towns rather than a destination itself.
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Faro travel guides
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2026 guides
Planning around events? These guides collect 2026 calendars, festival clusters, and practical trip ideas so you can compare dates before you book.