Praia de Faro is the beach of the Algarve’s capital, a long stretch of sand open to the Atlantic on the Ilha de Faro, within the Ria Formosa. With a 4.5 rating, it’s the local favourite and one of the easiest beaches to reach in the whole region.
Getting there and parking
It’s a few minutes from the centre of Faro and the airport, on the Ilha de Faro, reached by a road across the Ria Formosa. Being so close to the city, it fills up quickly on the hottest days.
The sand and the sea
It’s a strip of sand between two worlds: open sea on one side, the calm waters of the Ria Formosa on the other. The ocean-facing beach is wide and long, with good conditions for families.
Facilities
As the city beach, it has support along the sand during the bathing season, with good conditions for families.
Where to eat
On the Ilha de Faro there are several restaurants and beach bars, many specialising in fish and seafood from the Ria Formosa, with views of both the sea and the lagoon.
Nearby beaches
Praia da Ilha Deserta is about 7 km away, reachable by boat from Faro. The Golden Triangle beaches — Ancão and Garrão — are a few kilometres to the west, as is Praia de Quinta do Lago.
Where to stay
Nearby accommodation includes Casa da Ria, Apartamentos Barracuda, and Glamping Camp Faro. Check hotel availability near Praia de Faro.
