Things to do in Faro, compared

We rank 496 experiences in Faro, Portugal, and compare the top 20 on ranking, price, length, and traveler rating. The strongest overall is Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro at 94 out of 100, the lowest entry price is $11 per person, and 9 experiences sit in the Outty 90+ Club. Traveler ratings shown here are provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Which one should you book?

Best overall

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Highest Outty Ranking in the city right now.

Outty Ranking 94 · from $49

Best value

Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop

The lowest price we rank above 70, so cheap without being a compromise.

Outty Ranking 72 · from $20

Best with kids

Faro : Magico Tour 6h by Ria Formosa Islands Small Groups

Top ranked experience the operator lists as family friendly.

Outty Ranking 85 · from $57

Most proven

4 Stops | 3 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro

The deepest traveler review history of anything we rank here.

Outty Ranking 92 · from $52

Best short trip

Faro Airport Private Transfer to Albufeira

The quickest strong option when you only have a spare morning.

Outty Ranking 86 · from $55

Full comparison

Top 20 things to do in Faro compared by Outty Ranking, price, duration, traveler rating, and cancellation terms
Experience	Outty Ranking	Verdict	From	Duration	Traveler rating	Cancellation
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro	94	90+ Club	$49	3h	4.9/5 (1,496)	Free to 24h before
Ria Formosa - Boat trip to the 3 Islands: Armona \| Culatra Island \| Lighthouse	94	90+ Club	$52	5h	4.9/5 (2,140)	Free to 24h before
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha, Algar Seco & Carvoeiro Day Trip	94	90+ Club	$63	8h	4.9/5 (906)	Free to 24h before
Sunset Tour \| Ria Formosa - From Faro	94	90+ Club	$34	1h	5.0/5 (843)	Free to 24h before
4 Stops \| 3 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro	92	90+ Club	$52	4h	4.9/5 (3,411)	Free to 24h before
2 Stop \| 2 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro	92	90+ Club	$46	3h	4.9/5 (1,114)	Free to 24h before
Ria Formosa & Ilhas: Sunset Boat Trip	91	90+ Club	$40	2.5h	5.0/5 (364)	Free to 24h before
Boat Tour of 2 Ria Formosa Islands: Culatra and Armona	91	90+ Club	$40	3h	4.9/5 (525)	Free to 24h before
From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience	90	90+ Club	$57	6.3h	4.9/5 (451)	Free to 24h before
Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro	90	Exceptional	$74	2.5h	4.9/5 (656)	Free to 24h before
Private Transfers(Price varies)FARO-LISBON-SEVILLE-LAGOS-ALBUFERA	89	Exceptional	$92	3h	5.0/5 (340)	Free to 24h before
5-hour tour with 3 stops around the islands and beaches of Ria Formosa	89	Exceptional	$52	5h	5.0/5 (201)	Free to 24h before
Algarve Jeep Safari 4x4 in Tavira, Mountain, Flamingos and Waterfalls	87	Exceptional	$63	4.5h	5.0/5 (153)	Free to 24h before
From Faro: Benagil, Marinha Beach, 7 Hanging Valleys, Algar Seco	87	Exceptional	$57	7.5h	5.0/5 (152)	Free to 24h before
Tavira: Guided Table Olives Factory Tour & Tasting Experience	87	Exceptional	$33	1.5h	4.9/5 (253)	Free to 24h before
Faro Airport Private Transfer to Albufeira	86	Exceptional	$55	0.5h	5.0/5 (859)	Free to 24h before
From Faro : Benagil, Algar Seco, 7 Hanging Valleys & Navy	86	Exceptional	$63	7h	5.0/5 (116)	Free to 24h before
Faro : Magico Tour 6h by Ria Formosa Islands Small Groups	85	Exceptional	$57	6h	5.0/5 (113)	Free to 24h before
Tour & Wine tasting - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr	85	Exceptional	$23	1.5h	4.8/5 (398)	Free to 24h before
Ria Formosa Sunset 1 hour Boat Trip in Faro	84	Exceptional	$40	1h	4.9/5 (329)	Free to 24h before

Traveler ratings and review counts are provided by Viator and Tripadvisor. The Outty Ranking is our own evaluation and is calculated independently of them.