Getting there

Getting to Faro

The gateway to the Algarve, Faro is a charming historic city with a walled old town, beautiful lagoon islands, and easy access to the stunning golden beaches and dramatic cliff formations of southern Portugal.

Faro at a glance

  • CountryPortugal
  • Capital of PortugalLisbon
  • CurrencyEuro (EUR)

Travel to Faro

Faro Airport (FAO) is the main gateway for the Algarve and is close to the city, with buses and taxis into town.

Transfers and day trips

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