Faro is a historic and culturally rich city that boasts a variety of fascinating tourist attractions. Sadly, Faro is often overlooked, thought of only for its airport, but spend time in Faro and you will discover a charming Portuguese city. The delightful historic center (the Cidade Velha) of Faro is encircled by ancient city walls and a gothic cathedral, the Paço Episcopal palace, and pretty cobbled streets. Outside of the city wall is a modern city center, with pedestrianized shopping streets, scenic plazas, and a variety of restaurants and bars.