Faro city game: statues, ships and sanctuaries

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1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 1 more

Curious about the lesser-known stories of Faro? Starting with the very first steps of this playful walk, you’ll experience the thrill and beauty of discovery. Location-based riddles will show you the way to our favourite local places, including quiet courtyards, forgotten stories and cute hidden spots we’ll keep secret... for now! Fun fact: this trail was created by our local creator.
- Explore Faro during this interactive and fun discovery walk
- Learn about the history and local stories of the city centre in a playful way
- Solve 8 location-based riddles to unlock directions to your next stop along the route
- See popular sights like de Sao Pedro church and the Arco da Vila from a different angle and discover hidden local spots

This discovery walk is an educational and fun activity for friends, couples, families with kids, curious locals, visitors, and team building.

What's Included

A link to the web app game (received via email). The game is played in the browser of your phone.
Food and Drinks
Mobile data

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start in front of the church on Largo de Sao Sebastiao. When you arrive, click on the link you’ve received from Secret City Trails and start the self-guided discovery game. You can start and pause the trail anytime you want, and pick-up later to finish.

End point

Finish your adventure at Praça Dom Marcelino Franco. When you finish your trail, you will receive an online map with recommendations from our local creator for places to go to afterwards.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    An impressive pavement in this religious building

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Statue dedicated to a portuguese poet and pedagogue born in the region of Algarve in 1830.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The arch is associated with two different tales that recount the origin of its name.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Secret City Trails

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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