Motorhome and Camper van hire in Faro

Motorhome Rental Faro

Faro, formerly known as Ossonoba, is the capital of the Algarve, whose importance dates to the 8th century BC. The city stands out for its most extensive lagoon system on the Portuguese coast - Ria Formosa - internationally recognized for its ecological importance.

Faro is more than a city, that’s why we recommend you to hire a campervan in Faro and explore the area. This place has both beaches and mountains to offer. Consider visiting Serra de Monchique, the highest point in the region, or nearby islands.

Getting to Faro

You can get to Faro by car, airplane, or train. If you travel by car, you can use IC2 or A2 as your main roads subjected to tolls. Travelling by airplane is the fastest and most practical option since the airport is only 7 km away from the city centre. You can book your flight with many foreign airlines, such as Ryanair, British Airways, and TAP. 

Faro’s train station is very close to the city centre, which connects many places from North to South through the Alfa-Pendular train and the intercity rail.

Parking in Faro

It’s hard to park in the centre when you hire a motorhome in Faro, but along the city, there are many parking lots near downtown. The best ones are Largo de São Francisco, Largo de Santo Amaro and Parque da Pontinha. The first two are free and have no height restriction. From these parking lots to the city centre, it’s only a 15 and 7-minute walk. The last car park is underground, and you’ll pay €1.10 for 2 hours of use. The prices in the city round €0.90 and €1.50. You can encounter valet parkers that expect a symbolic payment. 

Annual Events in Faro

• Festa da Ria Formosa: Starts between the end of July and the beginning of August. It’s the most important gastronomic feast in Faro. You can try seafood and handmade beer.
• Loulé Carnival: It’s the oldest Carnival in Algarve, it occurs between February and March. 
• Faro Motorbike Festival: It’s a 4-day event, where the city has motorcycles, concerts, exhibitions, and it’s one of the biggest motorcycle events in Europe. 

Camping in Faro

• Faro RV Park: Is near the airport Ria Formosa natural reserve, and Faro’s beach. You can stay there for €10 per night.
• Camping Algarve: Located 15 km from the centre of Faro in the middle of nature, is ideal for those who enjoy hiking. From €14.80 per night.
• Camping Ria Formosa: Located 43 km from the centre of Faro. Perfect spot for nature lovers. From €9 per night.