A Wonderful Afternoon Exploring Faro

With a very early flight out of Faro, I thought it best to stay next to the airport the night before.

Getting from Quarteira to Faro airport was about 25 minutes, and I thought taking an Uber would be the most affordable and easy option.  In the end I think it cost the same as a taxi – EUR23.81.

The check in was smooth, and the host’s cat was very welcoming. He clearly had no concept of personal space…

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I was offered a ride by the lovely host to the Old Town of Faro in the afternoon, and I was so glad I accepted.

Faro Old Town

There is a sweet little marina next to the Old Town with some great sculptures on the edge.

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And sadly, is this cute little tourist train… Not really necessary in such a small, traditional town.

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Picture perfect.

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Plenty of cafes and eateries.

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So much to see in Faro, especially if you like attractions and museums.

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Blue tile traditional street art stories. So much history in this area.

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One of the many Old Town gates.

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So many cute little cafe and tapas bars.

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That serve the most amazing local herbal tea.

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And have the cutest, curious visitors.

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Another Old Town gate.

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Igreja da Sé

The Cathedral of Faro is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Faro, Portugal. The cathedral was consecrated in the name of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the late 13th century by the Archbishop of Braga

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Another Old Town arch.

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Santa Casa Da Misericórdia De Faro

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Public Bus in Faro

Getting the bus back from the main bus station was very fast and easy.

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And then made it back to the airbnb while the sun was setting.

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