Guidebook for Faro

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Guidebook for Faro

Food Scene

Grilled fish platter in the center of Olhão in a small restaurant with a family atmosphere. Closed on Monday. Open from 12:00 to 15:00. Ten Euros per person (fish + salad + potatoes + açorda + bread + olives + homemade tuna pasta).
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Vai e Volta
Nº2 Largo do Grémio
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Grilled fish platter in the center of Olhão in a small restaurant with a family atmosphere. Closed on Monday. Open from 12:00 to 15:00. Ten Euros per person (fish + salad + potatoes + açorda + bread + olives + homemade tuna pasta).
Attractive and varied cuisine. It mixes different cultures and ingredients, presenting Asian fusion dishes and French, Greek, Mediterranean, Mexican, among others.
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Ysconderijo
45 R. Gago Coutinho
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Attractive and varied cuisine. It mixes different cultures and ingredients, presenting Asian fusion dishes and French, Greek, Mediterranean, Mexican, among others.
Rustic house in which the dining room works in the cellar and in the old vacaria. It has an attentive service where the cuisine is homemade, being the mountain's food that dominate the menu. Good wines and homemade digestives.
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Adega Nunes - Isabel Martinha Viegas Afonso Nunes
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Rustic house in which the dining room works in the cellar and in the old vacaria. It has an attentive service where the cuisine is homemade, being the mountain's food that dominate the menu. Good wines and homemade digestives.
The decoration of this restaurant lives up to its name, since the interior space has the look of a grotto. At the gastronomic level the bet goes to the grills, working only at lunch.
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Restaurante Típico Gruta Das Figuras
136 Urbanização Hortas das Figuras
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The decoration of this restaurant lives up to its name, since the interior space has the look of a grotto. At the gastronomic level the bet goes to the grills, working only at lunch.
A small rustic cafe/restaurant decorated very simply and with a youthful atmosphere. The students who often come here usually have the house's speciality, the sangria.
Tasquinha Cruzeiro
12 Largo da Madalena
A small rustic cafe/restaurant decorated very simply and with a youthful atmosphere. The students who often come here usually have the house's speciality, the sangria.
Grilled and traditional food.
Tasca do Ricky
n° 21 R. do Forno
Grilled and traditional food.
Typical Italian cuisine and good wine.
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Mavala Osteria Italiana
10 Largo da Madalena
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Typical Italian cuisine and good wine.
Burger in bolo do caco (special kind of bread).
Caco, O Original - Faro
42 R. Conselheiro Bivar
Burger in bolo do caco (special kind of bread).
Live seafood. Stingray. Rice with wreakfish. Cataplana of seafood. Fresh fish. Grills.
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Cantinho da Ronha
55 Rua do Bocage
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Live seafood. Stingray. Rice with wreakfish. Cataplana of seafood. Fresh fish. Grills.
Specializing in the preparation of the best national and international meats, in a cozy atmosphere.
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Faaron steakhouse
7 R. Ivens
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Specializing in the preparation of the best national and international meats, in a cozy atmosphere.
Home-made Burgers (100% calf beef) & Vegan Burgers!
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Álef Burger Bar
N1 R. do Compromisso
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Home-made Burgers (100% calf beef) & Vegan Burgers!
Restaurant with a simple and familiar space serving Portuguese cuisine. We advise the rice with lingueirão, fried fish (eels, roes, alcabrozes, sole) and grilled fish (gilt, sea bass, horse mackerel, among others).
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Fontinha
51 R. 25 de Abril
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Restaurant with a simple and familiar space serving Portuguese cuisine. We advise the rice with lingueirão, fried fish (eels, roes, alcabrozes, sole) and grilled fish (gilt, sea bass, horse mackerel, among others).
Flavors and knowledge of the Algarve.
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Tertulia Algarvia
15 Praça Dom Afonso III
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Flavors and knowledge of the Algarve.
Rotisserie of fresh fish roasted, with a great variety. Opens the appetite even to those who do not like fish.
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Restaurante O Tintol
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Rotisserie of fresh fish roasted, with a great variety. Opens the appetite even to those who do not like fish.
Venda deals with food: that which is eaten outside and that which one takes to make at home. Venda is about Portuguese products, quality and sustainability.
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A Venda
60 R. do Compromisso
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Venda deals with food: that which is eaten outside and that which one takes to make at home. Venda is about Portuguese products, quality and sustainability.
Large, simple and family-friendly space with a nice covered terrace overlooking the beach. Their specialty is the grilled food.
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Restaurante Zé Maria - José Maria Dos Santos
45 Av. Nascente
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Large, simple and family-friendly space with a nice covered terrace overlooking the beach. Their specialty is the grilled food.
Seafood. Algarve cuisine.
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Marisqueira Vasco da Gama
47 R. Vasco da Gama
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Seafood. Algarve cuisine.
Fresh fish.
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O Chalavar
120 R. Infante Dom Henrique
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Fresh fish.
Typical portuguese cuisine. Charcoal grill. The best fresh fish.
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O Murta
136 R. Infante Dom Henrique
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Typical portuguese cuisine. Charcoal grill. The best fresh fish.
Pastry shop.
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Pastelaria Arco-íris I
11 R. Jornal Correio do Sul
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Pastry shop.
Pastry and bakery.
Pastelaria Padaria Centeio
25 R. Mouzinho de Albuquerque
Pastry and bakery.
Seafood restaurant. Specialty: snails. Live seafood. Fresh fish.
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Restaurante O David
21 Largo Dr. Francisco Sa Carneiro
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Seafood restaurant. Specialty: snails. Live seafood. Fresh fish.
Mexican restaurant, home-cooked food, and a party atmosphere!
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Guaka
18 R. Conselheiro Bivar
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Mexican restaurant, home-cooked food, and a party atmosphere!
Recently refurbished, every day offers varied meals. Try coffee in a harmonious and relaxed atmosphere.
LA SCALA
14 Rua Brites de Almeida
Recently refurbished, every day offers varied meals. Try coffee in a harmonious and relaxed atmosphere.
Chinese and Japanese restaurant - Asian buffet.
Chalet restaurante
21 R. 1 de Maio
Chinese and Japanese restaurant - Asian buffet.
Specialty: Charcoal Grills. Homemade Portuguese style food.
Flor da Ameixa
Specialty: Charcoal Grills. Homemade Portuguese style food.
Il Ristorante Italiano.
l'Osteria
21 Praça Alexandre Herculano
Il Ristorante Italiano.

Drinks & Nightlife

Appetite of Living. Wine bar. Tapas.
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APERITIVO Bar
51 R. Conselheiro Bivar
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Appetite of Living. Wine bar. Tapas.
Cocktail & Wine Bar.
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Columbus Cocktail & Wine Bar
Praça Dom Francisco Gomes
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Cocktail & Wine Bar.
Restaurante ● Bar ● Wine Bar ● Club ● Food With a Beat
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Innocent
nº70 R. Conselheiro Bivar
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Restaurante ● Bar ● Wine Bar ● Club ● Food With a Beat
Poncha's Bar is the place where you can find the traditional drinks of Madeira Island. Let yourself be seduced by the Madeiran environment and by the poncha!
Poncha's Bar
26 R. Rasquinho
Poncha's Bar is the place where you can find the traditional drinks of Madeira Island. Let yourself be seduced by the Madeiran environment and by the poncha!
Restaurant/Lounge Bar. Magnificent view. Beautiful sunset. Fado nights every monday (22:00). For reservations dial +351913921812.
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O Castelo
11 R. do Castelo
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Restaurant/Lounge Bar. Magnificent view. Beautiful sunset. Fado nights every monday (22:00). For reservations dial +351913921812.
Be here for a beer.
Boheme
2 R. Conselheiro Bivar
Be here for a beer.
Unique space! An incredible wine cellar, with Gin being the main reference with more than 450 different brands.
Café Bar Apolo
n°3 R. Vale da Amoreira
Unique space! An incredible wine cellar, with Gin being the main reference with more than 450 different brands.
The typical atmosphere and live music. Open every day.
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Bar CheSsenta
24 R. do Prior
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The typical atmosphere and live music. Open every day.

Sightseeing

The Cerro de São Miguel (411 meters), also known as "Monte Figo", is the highest elevation of the Serra de Monte Figo and is located in the parish of Moncarapacho, Olhão. Its summit is an excellent viewpoint, being possible to glimpse a considerable part of the Algarve south coast.
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Cerro De Sao Miguel
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The Cerro de São Miguel (411 meters), also known as "Monte Figo", is the highest elevation of the Serra de Monte Figo and is located in the parish of Moncarapacho, Olhão. Its summit is an excellent viewpoint, being possible to glimpse a considerable part of the Algarve south coast.
Rococo and neoclassical architecture building stands in the Historic Center, inside the medieval walls, in Largo da Sé. It began to be built in 1787 during the bishopric of D. José Maria de Melo and is partially attached to the walls of the Vila Adentro, presenting two distinct bodies.
Seminário de São José de Faro
19 Largo da Sé
Rococo and neoclassical architecture building stands in the Historic Center, inside the medieval walls, in Largo da Sé. It began to be built in 1787 during the bishopric of D. José Maria de Melo and is partially attached to the walls of the Vila Adentro, presenting two distinct bodies.
A two-storey building built between the late 16th and 17th centuries, it remains the official residence of the Bishop. It was rebuilt and expanded after the earthquake of 1755, occupying the entire block. Its moth, the four-story roofs and the portal stand out. Inside the atrium and staircase decorated with 18th century tiles, the shelves of the baroque period of the library, decorated with chinoiserie motifs are also noteworthy.
Paço Episcopal
15 Largo da Sé
A two-storey building built between the late 16th and 17th centuries, it remains the official residence of the Bishop. It was rebuilt and expanded after the earthquake of 1755, occupying the entire block. Its moth, the four-story roofs and the portal stand out. Inside the atrium and staircase decorated with 18th century tiles, the shelves of the baroque period of the library, decorated with chinoiserie motifs are also noteworthy.
The Capela dos Ossos (English: Chapel of Bones) is an ossuary in Faro, Portugal, which belongs to the 18th century Carmelite church Nossa Senhora do Carmo. Above the entrance there is the following inscription: "Pára aqui a considerar que a este estado hás-de chegar" which translates to "Stop here and consider, that you will reach this state too." The 4 by 6-meter sized chapel is built of the bones of more than 1000 Carmelite monks and has been inaugurated in 1816. It is situated behind the main church and contains also 1245 skulls.
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Capela dos Ossos
21 Largo do Carmo
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The Capela dos Ossos (English: Chapel of Bones) is an ossuary in Faro, Portugal, which belongs to the 18th century Carmelite church Nossa Senhora do Carmo. Above the entrance there is the following inscription: "Pára aqui a considerar que a este estado hás-de chegar" which translates to "Stop here and consider, that you will reach this state too." The 4 by 6-meter sized chapel is built of the bones of more than 1000 Carmelite monks and has been inaugurated in 1816. It is situated behind the main church and contains also 1245 skulls.
Characterized by marked eclecticism, it is considered by many scholars to be the clearest example of romanticism in the Algarve. The buildings are spread over three levels, preceded by double staircases, balustrades, and gateways. The Palace occupies the highest level and is in a mixture of artistic styles, mainly neoclassical, neo-rococo and Art Nouveau, and is surrounded by large gardens, adorned by lakes and fountains and decorated with busts, tiled panels, and statues. There is a nativity scene from the 18th-century Portuguese school and a sculpture by António Canova named “The Three Graces”
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Pousada Palácio Estói
Rua de São Jose
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Characterized by marked eclecticism, it is considered by many scholars to be the clearest example of romanticism in the Algarve. The buildings are spread over three levels, preceded by double staircases, balustrades, and gateways. The Palace occupies the highest level and is in a mixture of artistic styles, mainly neoclassical, neo-rococo and Art Nouveau, and is surrounded by large gardens, adorned by lakes and fountains and decorated with busts, tiled panels, and statues. There is a nativity scene from the 18th-century Portuguese school and a sculpture by António Canova named “The Three Graces”

Parks & Nature

It’s a hill (that’s what “cerro” means); from its top, 313 meters high, the visitor will enjoy awesome views over Faro and the coast. The walk up there can be phisically demanding, specially during the hot months.
Cerro do Guilhim
It’s a hill (that’s what “cerro” means); from its top, 313 meters high, the visitor will enjoy awesome views over Faro and the coast. The walk up there can be phisically demanding, specially during the hot months.
Natural and serene, it is inserted in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa and is the most isolated of the county of Loulé.
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Ancão strönd
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Natural and serene, it is inserted in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa and is the most isolated of the county of Loulé.
Departing from Olhão or Faro and after a pleasant boat ride of approximately 40 minutes you will find Farol Island. Along an extensive beach, you can count with not only clear waters, but also with the observation of a diverse fauna, which only the proximity to the Ria Formosa allows.
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Faro eyja
119 R. das Flores
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Departing from Olhão or Faro and after a pleasant boat ride of approximately 40 minutes you will find Farol Island. Along an extensive beach, you can count with not only clear waters, but also with the observation of a diverse fauna, which only the proximity to the Ria Formosa allows.
Also known as "Faro Island", this stretch of sand forms part of the Ancão Peninsula, which delimits the Ria Formosa to the west and from where you can get a privileged view of the mountains and the city of Faro.
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Faro strönd
1 Av. Nascente
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Also known as "Faro Island", this stretch of sand forms part of the Ancão Peninsula, which delimits the Ria Formosa to the west and from where you can get a privileged view of the mountains and the city of Faro.
Deserted island with only one restaurant. Exquisite and expensive.
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Barreta Island
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Deserted island with only one restaurant. Exquisite and expensive.

Arts & Culture

Portuguese Guitar Recital. Discover the Portuguese Guitar and Fado.
Recital de Guitarra Portuguesa
8 R. da Misericórdia
Portuguese Guitar Recital. Discover the Portuguese Guitar and Fado.
In terms of areas, its activity aims to give meaningful expression to all current programmatic areas: music and opera, dance, theatre, new circus and cinema. And in connection with all of them, an enhanced attention to pedagogical and educational perspectives, with a strong and structured action of the Educational Service.
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Teatro das Figuras
Rua João Brito Vargas
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In terms of areas, its activity aims to give meaningful expression to all current programmatic areas: music and opera, dance, theatre, new circus and cinema. And in connection with all of them, an enhanced attention to pedagogical and educational perspectives, with a strong and structured action of the Educational Service.
The Cathedral of Faro, also known as Igreja da Sé or Church of Santa Maria, is one of the most important historical buildings of Faro, in the Algarve, in Portugal. It is located in Largo da Sé, in the historic center, and is classified as a Property of Public Interest. It is the seat of the Diocese of the Algarve.
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Faro dómkirkja
11 Largo da Sé
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The Cathedral of Faro, also known as Igreja da Sé or Church of Santa Maria, is one of the most important historical buildings of Faro, in the Algarve, in Portugal. It is located in Largo da Sé, in the historic center, and is classified as a Property of Public Interest. It is the seat of the Diocese of the Algarve.
Roman ruins. The Roman Villa of Milreu reveals a continued occupation from the first century until the eleventh century.
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Rómversk gömul borg á Milreu
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Roman ruins. The Roman Villa of Milreu reveals a continued occupation from the first century until the eleventh century.
Monument of Public Interest. Built by the Third Order of Our Lady of Monte do Carmo between 1713 and 1719 the church is a fine example of baroque architecture, with a symmetrical façade in the style of D. João V. Church with a single nave with a main chapel and four decorated side chapels with tile and gilded carving. In the old cemetery annexes the Chapel of Bones, built in 1816.
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Karmo kirkja
21 Largo do Carmo
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Monument of Public Interest. Built by the Third Order of Our Lady of Monte do Carmo between 1713 and 1719 the church is a fine example of baroque architecture, with a symmetrical façade in the style of D. João V. Church with a single nave with a main chapel and four decorated side chapels with tile and gilded carving. In the old cemetery annexes the Chapel of Bones, built in 1816.
The Faro Municipal Museum features five long-standing exhibitions reflecting the origins and History of Faro, from the Roman era to the contemporary, from a regional perspective.
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Fornleifa- og steinlistarmúseum Prins Henry sjófarar
14 Largo Dom Afonso III
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The Faro Municipal Museum features five long-standing exhibitions reflecting the origins and History of Faro, from the Roman era to the contemporary, from a regional perspective.
The Library aims to satisfy the information, culture, leisure and education needs of the community by promoting reading habits and providing a set of free services offered on the basis of equal access for all.
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Biblioteca Municipal de Faro
20 R. Pintor Carlos Porfirio
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The Library aims to satisfy the information, culture, leisure and education needs of the community by promoting reading habits and providing a set of free services offered on the basis of equal access for all.

Shopping

Forum Algarve is one of the largest shopping centres in the region. With 100 shops, 20 restaurants, 5 cinema screens, an Hipermarket and a parking area for 2.300 vehicles, it is a landmark project that has rapidly become an obligatory stop for many thousands of local consumers, as well as tourists.
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Forum Algarve
Km 103 N125
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Forum Algarve is one of the largest shopping centres in the region. With 100 shops, 20 restaurants, 5 cinema screens, an Hipermarket and a parking area for 2.300 vehicles, it is a landmark project that has rapidly become an obligatory stop for many thousands of local consumers, as well as tourists.
The Municipal Markets of Olhão, one of the ex-libris of the city of Olhão, began to be built in 1912, being inaugurated four years later. For almost a century they are one of the illustrated postcards of Olhão and a must-see for tourists and residents.
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Olhão markaðir, E.E.M.
Avenida 5 de Outubro
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The Municipal Markets of Olhão, one of the ex-libris of the city of Olhão, began to be built in 1912, being inaugurated four years later. For almost a century they are one of the illustrated postcards of Olhão and a must-see for tourists and residents.
The Municipal Market of Faro is a complex that congregates a diversity of business activities of commerce and services, designed in order to provide to the operators in it installed the best operating conditions in its business and to its customers and consumers in general, security , comfort and variety of supply, facilitating them the choice and the acquisition of the goods and services that they need.
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Faro borgarmarkaður
Largo Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro
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The Municipal Market of Faro is a complex that congregates a diversity of business activities of commerce and services, designed in order to provide to the operators in it installed the best operating conditions in its business and to its customers and consumers in general, security , comfort and variety of supply, facilitating them the choice and the acquisition of the goods and services that they need.
Pcquatro - Formação e Novas Tecnologias, Lda.
49 R. Dona Teresa Ramalho Ortigão
Computer shop.

Essentials

Guarda Nacional Republicana (security force).
GNR - Posto Territorial de Faro
18 Largo de São sebastião
Guarda Nacional Republicana (security force).
Public de Segurança Pública (security force).
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PSP - Police District Command
32 Rua da Policia da Seguranca Publica
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Public de Segurança Pública (security force).
Discount supermarket.
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LIDL
2 Av. Calouste Gulbenkian
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Discount supermarket.
Downtown supermarket.
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Minipreço
Nº 8/10 Largo Terreiro do Bpo.
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Downtown supermarket.
Excellent value for money.
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Pingo Doce
8 R. Dr. Cândido Guerreiro
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Excellent value for money.
Jumbo is a network of hyper and supermarkets belonging to the Auchan Group and has been present in the life of the Portuguese since the seventies.
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Jumbo
125 N125
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Jumbo is a network of hyper and supermarkets belonging to the Auchan Group and has been present in the life of the Portuguese since the seventies.
Private hospital.
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Hospital Lusíadas Faro
11 Largo de Camões
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Private hospital.
Public hospital.
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Hospital De Faro
Rua Leão Penedo
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Public hospital.
Hairdressing for men. Modern haircuts.
Barbearia Evandro Garcia
3 Largo de Camões
Hairdressing for men. Modern haircuts.
Public Health Center.
Faro Health Center
Urbanização Hortas das Figuras
Public Health Center.