Faro Trip Overview
Faro is a beautiful capital city of Algarve and Portugal’s southernmost city. The delightful historic centre of Faro is encircled by medieval city walls and contains a gothic cathedral, ancient arch, and cobbled pedestrian streets. Admire the Arco da Vila that dates back to the Arab reign of the 12th century. This walk combines historical and contemporary points of interest, giving you a feel for the city’s history and people.
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* Duration: 2 hours
* Starts: Faro, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Faro, Faro, Portugal
Faro is a beautiful capital city of Algarve and Portugal’s southernmost city. The delightful historic centre of Faro is encircled by medieval city walls and contains a gothic cathedral, ancient arch, and cobbled pedestrian streets. Admire the Arco da Vila that dates back to the Arab reign of the 12th century. This walk combines historical and contemporary points of interest, giving you a feel for the city’s history and people.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Faro, Faro, Faro District, Algarve
You will learn about:
The first settlements date from the fourth century BC
Roman Empire
Byzantine Empire
Visigothic period
Portuguese Kingdom
Portuguese Age of Discovery
Restoration Wars
You will see:
Faro Marina
St. Peter´s Church
Church of Our Lady of Carmo
Alameda Garden
Arco do Repouso
Cathedral of Faro
Arco da Vila
