Capela dos Ossos, Faro

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Capela dos Ossos

Cidade Velha, Faro 30 min ~£3

About

A small chapel whose walls are lined with human bones, next to the Carmo church.

Good to know

  • Not for the squeamish
  • The bell-tower views are a bonus

Nearby while you’re here

Combine Capela dos Ossos with Faro Old Town (Cidade Velha) and Ria Formosa Boat Trip for a full day around Cidade Velha.

300 m · 5 min walk
700 m · 11 min walk

Praia de Faro

Free3 hrs

5.9 km · ~27 min by metro/taxi
8.3 km · ~36 min by metro/taxi

Estoi Palace

~£31h 30m

9.0 km · ~39 min by metro/taxi

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