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Take a Tour of Faro - Five Beautiful Attractions in This Portuguese City

1. Praia de Faro

Faro is known for its extraordinary sandy beaches, so it just makes sense to go and see at least one of them. The Praia de Faro beachfront is popular for the great view, clear water, and perfect weather. During summer, the weather is just right for any beach sports and activities that will surely make your stay fun and exciting.

2. Museu Arqueologico

The Museu Arquelogico, or the Archaeological Museum, is home to many exhibits and art works of talented artists and painters. It used to be a house of St. Clare, a Nossa Senhora de Assuncao convent. Here you can find the art collection of Ferreira d'Almeida. It is mainly composed of paintings but it also includes glasses, silver wares and portraits. Your eyes will definitely feast on fascinating Italian paintings, 16-century artifacts and many more.

3. Igreja De Carmo

The Igreja De Carmo is a very old church in Faro that was built about 300 years ago. It has a Baroque architectural style that looks really glorious and splendid. Its walls and ceilings are lined with skulls, bones and other skeletal remains of former monks that used to live there. This is pretty creepy, but the experience will definitely be something unforgettable that you can share to your friends and family back home.

4. Café Alianca

Faro has a wide selection of restaurants and cafes that serve exotic and mouth-watering cuisines. One of these is the Café

Alianca, a traditional-style café that is over one hundred years old. Whether you are looking for an appetizing breakfast, a delicious lunch or a luscious and delectable dinner, Café Alianca has a great and diverse menu to keep you full all throughout your stay in Faro.

5. Jardim Manuel Bivar

Faro is also a place where you can enjoy the different natural beauties found on our planet. The Jardim Manuel Bivar is a garden where tall palms, attractive trees and colorful flower beds grow and thrive. It is a favorite destination of many older people because it provides a different kind of relaxation and peace of mind. If you want to get away from your busy everyday life, drop by the Jardim Manuel Bivar.

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