Santo Estêvão
Travel Guide
Visit Santo Estêvão
AP Eva Senses
Excellent all round thank you
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Stay Hotel Faro Centro
room was clean, staff courteous, happy with our stay
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Occidental Faro
Clean, Central
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Vale do Lobo Resort
Very pretty condo very equipped just need more comfortable beds. Will go again
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Cardeal Suites & Apartments
Modern facilities , clean room, wonderful and informative manager. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Pedras d'el Rei
Gardens lovely and location near to Praia do Barril and Tavira excellent
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
Popular places to visit
Tavira Castle
Look out across the rooftops of historic Tavira from a tower in this ruined fortress, which has withstood royal sieges, pirate attacks and natural disasters.
Roman Bridge
Despite its name, Tavira’s central footbridge wasn’t constructed during the Roman Empire, but it does sit where an ancient bridge once was.
Praca da Republica
Check out Tavira’s main square, which served as the town’s marketplace for centuries and is now surrounded by restaurants and elegant heritage buildings with preserved façades.
Misericordia Church
Dating back to the 16th century, this church is one of the Algarve’s most exquisite pieces of Renaissance architecture that includes remarkable stonemasonry.
Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo
Though Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria e Santiago while you are here.
Old Town
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santiago when you spend time at Old Town. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
