Faro, Portugal, is the capital of Algarve and the main getaway to this region.
The city is surrounded by the impressive Ria Formosa Nature Reserve and unspoiled islands beaches.
I revisited Faro in 2020, 12 years after my first visit, and loved it. In this video, you’ll see the 10 best things to do in Faro and there’s also an itinerary for one & two days and many tips.
Press play and enjoy the tour.
More posts about the Algarve that might interest you:
- Beaches in Algarve: 7 Best and Most Beautiful Ones (With a Map)
- 7 Must-see Beaches in Lagos
- Best Things to Do in Lagos
- A Perfect Algarve Itinerary for 3, 5 and 7 Days: Must-see Beaches & Towns
- 12 Cool & Unusual Things to Do in Algarve
- 10 Best Adventurous Things to Do in Algarve
- 10 Best Things to Do in Algarve with Kids
- 7 Best Beaches in Albufeira
- 20 Best Things to Do in Albufeira
- Full Guide to Praia da Marinha: One of the Most Beautiful Beaches in the Algarve
- 15 Best Algarve Tours, Activities and Excursions for an Unforgettable Trip
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