Faro, as with many regions of Portugal, is awash with sun, sea and culture, combining the historic city centre with the beautiful natural landscapes of the area. The destination is becoming increasingly popular for travellers seeking an exciting, family-friendly getaway since it boasts a range of opportunities for brilliant family days out, many of which can be easily accessed with a Faro airport transfer. Here are just a few of the attractions on offer for families:
Lagos Zoo
There’s nothing quite like a zoo for a family day out. Lagos Zoo located towards the west of the city and boasts a wide range of animals, with additional interactive activities available throughout the day. The zoo is predominantly aimed at younger children since it has a small petting farm and various feeding displays scheduled throughout the day. These displays feature animals such as meerkats, pelicans and primates.
This attraction is also very close to the city of Lagos on the coast of southern Portugal, so why not stop off in the city before visiting this bastion of conservation and education?
Silves
The town of Silves lies just inland from Faro, and makes for a great day out if the life of beaches and hotels ever gets a little too much. A day out to this authentic eleventh-century town is sure to inject a little exploration and cultural history into your holiday. Silves is a beautiful city, complete with olive trees, orange groves and peach and almond orchards, as well as a magnificent castle built by the Moors.
The view from the top of the ramparts of this charming town and the surrounding area is stunning – so why not grab a bite to eat from a nearby café before exploring the heart of the region? Silves is also easy to get to, and Faro airport transfers will be available if you want to head there straight from the plane!
Zoomarine
This is a special kind of zoo, featuring dolphins, seals, sea lions, turtles and birds among many other animals. This attraction also has plenty of eateries and gift shops, so it’s easy to spend a full day here. What makes Zoomarine extra special is that staff offer children and adults the opportunity to get up close to some of nature’s most marvellous animals – children over six can even swim with dolphins!
Zoomarine staff focus their attention on education, conservation and caring for these animals, and all have a strong belief that sea life must be treasured and nurtured. The site even has a rehabilitation centre, where rescued animals are brought to be nursed back to health and released into the wild. A great day out for the family, Zoomarine combines interesting and exhilarating exhibits with a vital effort to conserve delicate and endangered natural environments.
How to Get There
Simply fly from the UK and take a Faro airport transfer straight to your chosen accommodation. Remember to book in advance if possible to ensure your unforgettable family experience can get started as smoothly as possible.
Days out in Faro are sure to please the whole family, whether you’re nature lovers or history buffs. Head to these great attractions and see for yourself.
Lukas Johannes is a driver for Shuttle Direct, the number one provider of shared and private airport transfers all over Europe and northern Africa. If you’re looking for the most convenient and affordable Faro airport transfer, Lukas and his colleagues can make sure that you and your luggage get to and from the airport swiftly and safely.
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