Planning to go to Faro for your next holiday? You won’t regret it!

If you want to visit South Portugal for your next holiday, enjoying bike holidays in Faro is one of the best options you can choose. Although Faro is only a 15-minute drive from Faro Airport, most people come to the Algarve drive past and head to resort towns in Central Algarve such as Albufeira and Carvoeiro.

However, Faro is definitely worth a visit. Faro is the capital of the Algarve, and also the biggest city in the Algarve as well (although the population is not large: around 65,000 people). That doesn’t mean you should expect multi-story and commercial skyscrapers: Faro’s architecture is marked by fishing huts and other small buildings with faded glamorous nuances.

The city center can be reached by walk or you can just book our bike tour Faro if you don’t want to bother looking for accommodation in Faro and so on, our bike holidays Algarve will arrange it only for you.

Many sections have been passed by pedestrians, although many narrow streets have the same narrow sidewalks. Along these streets, you will find many cafes, restaurants, and bars to relax in the afternoon. If you prefer to go out and see and do many things, Faro has a lot to offer ranging from cathedrals and historic buildings to boat trips Ria Formosa.

And because you’re facing Ria Formosa, you shouldn’t miss the opportunity to find out better. Classified as a Natural Park, this lagoon system has large areas of swamps, canals, and small islands where you can observe several migratory bird species. On the long sand that separates the estuary from the sea, there are deserted beaches like Faro island, Farol, Deserta, and Culatra. The boat services usually operate in estuaries departing from Cais da Porta Nova, which will take you to the places where relaxation is mandatory.

Back at bike tour and holidays in Faro as we mentioned above, our bike tours Algarve will take care of everything from places to stay to good bikes, from moving your luggage along to hotel room. Ride South Portugal offers the best bike rental and tour in the Algarve to help you to explore this beautiful region! You can try a bike tour with joy and amazing landscape in southern Portugal 🙂

Freedom & flexibility. You can start your break on any day of the week and are welcome to add extra nights to the beginning or end of your stay, or along the way, if available. Our bike holidays Algarve can also give you useful tips for travel to and from your chosen destination.

We don’t underestimate the role of a comfortable, well-planned, meticulous itinerary through inspiring scenery. You can be as active or relaxed as you wish, visit the sights you want to see and enjoy every minute of your holiday.

All our biking and walking tours are graded as some routes offer more challenges than others.

We are pleased to offer electric bikes as an option on most of our bike tour Faro and also a range of single-center breaks – great for first-timers.

Here are the amazing places to visit and other top things to do while you’re enjoying bike holidays in Faro, Portugal!

Ria Formosa Birdwatching

Another way to explore Ria Formosa is to take a bike tour in Faro and ride through the pine and marshes. This tour will get you up close with rare birds and other interesting wildlife. This will provide interesting local knowledge about the history and culture of the area. Starting above the lagoon, you will go to the woodlands where you will get the chance to see the Purple Swamphen and the elusive chameleon, which is a symbol of Ria Formosa Nature Park. You will also be able to see and talk with locals who work in clam farms and salt flats.

Cape St. Mary

Described as being in the middle of nowhere, Cape St. Mary is wonderful without end and very secluded. There is a 2.5 km causeway to follow as you walk along the beach. You can spend hours here without seeing others. You can collect seashells or take a peaceful walk or run.

You can swim to revitalize in the sea or sunbathe on the stunning white sand beach. Cape St. Mary is the southernmost point on the Portuguese continent and is a highly recommended place to visit in Faro. Cape St. Mary can be “crowded” in the summer.

The Faro Islands are famous for these islands. Enjoy a 5-hour boat trip and visit Deserta Island, Farol, Armona, and Culatra. On Desert Island, you can enjoy walks along the pristine beach, and on Culatra you will be able to experience the most important fishing communities in Portugal, where you can learn about shell farming and oyster beds.

You will also have time to explore other islands and swim in the sea. Keep your eyes on sea creatures and water birds.

Faro Municipal Museum

The museum also displays three rooms that depict artefacts from the Iron Age, Roman Age, Latin, and Islamic culture as well as ancient mosaics and paintings.

The museum explains a lot of local histories and is often not crowded, which creates a quiet and pleasant learning experience. Located in the Old City, this museum is perfect for a relaxing afternoon out of the sun. This museum only offers free entry on Sundays.

Praia de Faro

This beach is known as the best beach in Faro. It features 5 km of soft sand beaches on one side, with mudflats and lagoons on the opposite side.

This beach is a secret among the locals and you can only get there by a single road bridge. The beach is very relaxing and has several small beach bars to relax with drinks and people watching.

You can sunbathe on the beach or try to surf. The beach can be crowded in the summer but it is also a guarded and very suitable beach for families.

Tour to Gibraltar

A quick visit to the British settlement in Gibraltar and explore its history on a full-day tour. When you arrived you can see Barbary apes who inhabit rocks as you explore small areas from corner to corner. Get a panoramic view of Morocco across the strait as you learn about Spanish and French efforts that failed to capture Gibraltar during the American War of Independence.

Listen to current life and stop for lunch, followed by free time for shopping or exploring. Join the optional Rock of Gibraltar tour (surcharge) and finish it with a visit to the Caves of St. Michael’s which is more than 980 feet (300 meters) above sea level.

Those are the best things to do during your vacation in Faro, Portugal according to our bike tours Algarve.

While most people only travel because of the airport, there are also plenty of day trips and things to do in Faro.

However, Faro can be a place for extraordinary cycling adventures or just to relax if that’s what you’re looking for! Cycling is also an environmentally and eco-friendly way to see Faro scenes that are usually not seen, a deep way to get to know the people, food, culture, and history of Faro, Portugal.

 What are you waiting for? Book your bike holidays in Faro with us for an unforgettable Faro trip.