Best places: Scenic spots in Faro, Portugal

Viewing area between a winding mountain road & forested cliffs dropping down to Atlantic beaches.

Located in a churchyard, this highest point in the neighborhood offers panoramic views of the city.

Well-known coastal rock formations with caves & grottos that are often visited by boat tours.

This popular terrace offers dramatic, panoramic views of city rooftops & the water beyond.

👍👍 Beautiful scenic drive leads you up to the highest point in the Algarve. I'm pretty sure you can see as far as Quarteira or possibly Faro on a clear day, which is about 40 miles away. Stunning views. Can be a little cold or windy so take a sweater. Place to grab a coffee at the top, but I prefer th...

Scenic viewpoint with panoramic city views of traditional Alfama houses with red roofs & churches.

These scenic oceanfront cliffs feature a natural archway & open cave created by pounding waves.

This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.

This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.

👍👍 This Viewpoint is a hidden gem nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of this coastal paradise. As I stood atop this vantage point, gazing out at the panoramic vistas that unfolded before me, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and wonder. Perched high above the azure waters of the Atlantic...

Ornate, Baroque, 18th-century church with twin bell towers, housing Queen Maria I's tomb.

Lookout point accessed by sightseeing train or escalator, with sunset views & bars nearby.

👍👍 Great viewpoint, with views over the cliffs and the immense Bordeira beach. The whole road leading up to here from Praia do Amado is scattered with stunning viewpoints. The main ones are 9, marked with a big letter from C to K on the road side (A and B are the museum and village of Carrapateira - s...

😠 DONT STOP HERE! Thieves on motorcycles smash in carwindows and steal everything they can. 50m from this photospot the whole parkinglot is flooded with glass from broken cars! They only need seconds to empty the front of your car! DONT LEAVE ANYTHING UNATTENDED! KEEP ON DRIVING!

👍👍 Unlike the other city beaches, this is a lot more beautiful and easier to get to and simply relax. We had a great time reclining on the deck chairs. Cost 5€ each with covered rattan umbrella. It's on a island by itself that has one way in and out controlled by traffic lights. Though crowded we found...

Aerial lift to a height of 30 meters over the Tagus River, with panoramic views of the Nations Park.

Secluded viewpoint offering scenic panoramas of the city & a small bar selling drinks & coffee.

Monument perched high in the hills, offering views of Palacio de Pena & surrounding gardens.

Hilltop lookout known for panoramic views of the city, Vasco da Gama Bridge & evening sunsets.