Canal
Faro
Popular places to visit
Faro Island Beach
Rent kayaks and surfboards to ride the waves lapping this narrow stretch of sand, which serves as a wall between ocean and river.
Old Town Square
Find out about the history of Sé e São Pedro when you spend time at Old Town Square. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Estoi Palace
Find out about the history of Estoi when you take a trip to Estoi Palace. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.
Faro Cathedral
In this cathedral, a museum displays intriguing religious relics. From the roof view the Faro Old Town district, the ocean and its mudflats.
Carmo Church
Behind the intricate details of the Baroque façade and the nave’s gilded woodwork and stained-glass windows lie the ghoulish skulls of the Bones Chapel.
Santa Barbara de Nexe Church
Santa Barbara de Nexe Church is just one of the places to see in Laranjeira, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.
Things to do
From Faro: 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour
Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos
Sunset Boat Trip of Ria Formosa: an Eco-friendly Tour out from Faro
Faro: Ria Formosa Guided Sunset Tour by Catamaran
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
Canal Hotel Deals
Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort
Very quiet, lovely hotel for great value, food options not the greatest but it was out of season so understandable, staff all very friendly and accommodating. Would absolutely visit again but probably in season. We loved our visit to Portugal and found all locals very friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Clean spacious bedroom. Delicious and wide variety of food at buffet. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
Decent place! I’m grateful for the clean place to stay. If you’re traveling on a budget and want to treat yourself to a night or two in a private space, this is a good spot. 10:00 am checkout is a bit inhumane, and the shower was pretty tiny, but it did the trick for a night. The staff was sweet. ...
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
INATEL Albufeira
Very good staff room very clean
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
3HB Faro
This is a great hotel right in the centre but very quiet . Staff are very good , helpful , friendly and had quite a few conversations with them , whoever is managing this hotel knows how to pick the right staff. Room was really good with balcony , air con etc.There is an amazing roof top area with ...
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
AP Eva Senses
The staff were very friendly and attentive. The room and all hotel areas were absolutely spotless
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Canal
Aldeia
While Aldeia isn't home to many top sights, Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Charneca
Though Charneca might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market.
Poço do Mouro
Poço do Mouro might not have many top sights, but Algarve Stadium and Loulé Municipal Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Falfosa
While Falfosa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Algarve Stadium and Forum Algarve Mall.
Gorjoes
When in Gorjoes, you can plan a visit to Old Town and Municipal Swimming Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Quinta das Raposeiras
While there might not be top attractions in Quinta das Raposeiras, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Algarve Stadium and Old Town.
