Discover Faro’s culinary soul with this lively evening food tour, featuring local dishes and stories from friendly guides. A perfect way to taste the Algarve’s rich heritage.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; comfortable walking required
Wildlife
History
Faro was historically an important Roman port and later a Moorish city, with its culinary traditions reflecting a fusion of these influences.
Conservation
The tour promotes local businesses committed to sustainable practices, supporting Faro’s small taverns and traditional eateries.
Eat.Drink.Discover
Discover Faro’s culinary soul with this lively evening food tour, featuring local dishes and stories from friendly guides. A perfect way to taste the Algarve’s rich heritage.
Eat.Drink.Discover is a food-tour operator based in Olhão, Faro, specializing in guided culinary experiences across the Algarve. The company offers small-group food tours that showcase regional Portuguese cuisine, local markets, and historic neighborhoods. Tours include the Faro Classic Food Tour — a three-hour evening walk through Old Town Faro sampling ten traditional dishes across four local taverns — and the Lagos Classic Food Tour — a three-hour exploration of Lagos’s culinary scene visiting four restaurants and tasting ten regional dishes.
The Olhão Market & Food Tour departs mid-morning to explore Olhão’s vibrant fish market and seafood culture, highlighting the city’s historical role in the canning industry and its reputation as the Algarve’s seafood capital. The Lagos Market & Food Tour is a four-hour experience combining a local market visit with tastings at four restaurants and guided insights into regional history and culture.
Local guides lead each tour, offering context about ingredients, preparation methods, and neighborhood stories that connect food to Algarve traditions. The experiences focus on traditional Portuguese dishes and regional seafood specialties, with opportunities to sample local drinks and small plates. Groups move at a relaxed pace to balance tasting and learning.
Eat.Drink.Discover communicates meeting points, departure times, and tour durations clearly at booking and runs scheduled departures in the evenings and late mornings. Booking details, dietary options, and accessibility information are provided during reservation; payment and cancellation policies are outlined on the booking page. Contact information and online support are available at booking.
Base Location
Olhão, Faro
Operating from the heart of the Algarve
Typical Duration
3–4 hours
Evening and mid-morning departures
Tours Offered
4 distinct tours
Classic and market experiences
Tastings Per Tour
10 dishes
Samples across four establishments
Book Faro, Lagos, or Olhão tours now — scheduled departures and limited seats on popular dates.
Arrive early
Get comfortable at the meeting point to start the tour on time and soak up the city atmosphere.
Bring comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking through Faro’s historic streets, so wear shoes suitable for walking.
Keep an open mind
Try everything offered; Faro’s dishes are authentic and showcase local flavors and techniques.
Hydrate well
Drink water throughout the tour, especially if visiting during warmer months.
Comfortable walking shoes
Good shoes are essential for walking the historic streets of Faro comfortably.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour, especially in summer months.
Compact camera or phone
Capture the colorful sights and delicious dishes along the way.
Light jacket or sweater
Bring a layer in case the evening gets cool.
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