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Portuguese Language Schools in Faro

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Faro

1 language school in Faro from 285€ for a 1 week Portuguese course

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CIAL Centro de Linguas, Faro
CIAL Centro de Linguas, Faro
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Faro ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Faro

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Faro
104 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Faro
Nightlife
3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Interesing things to do
3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Geographic setting
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Public transport
3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Climate
4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Cleanliness
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Affordability
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shopping
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Safety
4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

What our students said about Faro

Nice, manageable regional capital; a pleasant place to live. Relaxation begins on the ferry to the beach... City centre very nice, pleasant to go out in the evening. Culturally interesting, partly with beautiful architecture; however, some side streets still have potential for urban development. The public transport system could also be improved.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Frank Germany

Faro has a few places of interest (churches, old town, etc.), a wide choice of restaurants, several very long beaches outside the city that can only be reached by ferry, bus or car, a large nearby nature reserve (lots of birds).

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Norbert Germany

Faro is not directly on the sea and if you don't have a car, it's quite a hassle to explore tourist spots in the Algarve.

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Sabine Austria

Faro is my dream destination: big enough to have plenty to offer, yet manageable and homely.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Günter Germany

The school is well located, easy to access. The staff are super friendly and accommodating

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Denis F Canada

Good destination, maybe I would avoid the summer because it is too touristy.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Inmaculada Spain

Due to a train strike I had difficulties in getting to Faro for several days

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Nadja Germany

A nice little town, I missed the park as it is being renovated.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Helene Austria

As good as Malaga, my usual go-to city/beach destination.

3.0

Rating: 3/5

Lynn England UK

What language school directors said about Faro

Faro is an ideal destination for students who wish to discover the "real” side of Portugal. The city offers history and culture set in a relaxing environment, on the shore of Ria Formosa, while having the whole of the Algarve to be easily explored.

Cristina PalmaDirector of CIAL Centro de Linguas, lives in Faro since 1969

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Faro

CIAL Centro de Linguas

Highly qualified lecturers who respond very well to the students. They all seem very committed. I was also able to learn a lot about Portuguese culture

20 October 2024
Course: Standard Course + Workshop - 1 week
Student age: 59 years

4.4

Rating: 4.4

| 110 reviews
CIAL Centro de Linguas

The teacher was very nice and the placement test was helpful.

26 February 2024
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 59 years

4.4

Rating: 4.4

| 110 reviews
CIAL Centro de Linguas

At the time of my participation, my group and the parallel groups were small (less than 5 participants). The exchange during the breaks and after the lessons even took place across groups, including with the teachers. I had never experienced this before and I thought it was excellent.

21 February 2024
Course: Standard Course + Workshop - 1 week
Student age: 58 years

4.4

Rating: 4.4

| 110 reviews
CIAL Centro de Linguas

I really liked the dedication and the work of the teachers. They are the best.

16 October 2023
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 53 years

4.4

Rating: 4.4

| 110 reviews
CIAL Centro de Linguas

Very good teachers and enjoyable classes, good quality of the material provided.
In general, everything went very well. I learned new things and practiced the language, which was my intention.

3 August 2023
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 52 years

4.4

Rating: 4.4

| 110 reviews

Information about Faro

Why Faro? Faro is the capital of the district of Algarve and has about 40.000 inhabitants. The city grew in importance after deciding in 1577 that the bishop´s seat should be located in Faro. Faro is also the home of the Rio Formosa lagoon, a nature reserve hundreds of different birds who make a stopover during the spring and autumn migratory periods. The main sights of historical interest are within the charming old town centre.
Population: S  42,000
Time zone: +10h. (GMT +0)
Region: Faro, Faro
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 1.0493 USD)
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term Portuguese courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 04 Jun. 2024 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Portugal in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Portugal on the official website - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Portugal.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 341 €
Average course price per week (Low season): 314 €
Cost of Living:
  • Big Mac price (Portugal average): 4.54 €
    (7% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type C
  • Plug Type F
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz
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Hours of Sunshine
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Water Temperature
59 °F59 °F59 °F60.8 °F62.6 °F64.4 °F66.2 °F68 °F68 °F66.2 °F62.6 °F60.8 °F
Rainfall
63mm64mm35mm41mm20mm7mm2mm4mm13mm63mm84mm116mm
Best time to take a language course in Faro
June
Portugal Day Celebrations
Portugal Day Celebrations

10 June 2025 - 10 June 4044The Día de Portugal is celebrated on the anniversary of the death of the famed Portuguese writer, Luis de Camoes. While official ceremonies with military parades take place in a different city each year, the day is commemorated throughout the country and also by emigrants abroad.

Motorcycle Rally
Motorcycle Rally

June 2025Every year, Faro hosts a massive biker rally put on by the Moto Clube de Faro. The event is so widely known that Faro has been referred to as Europe's Biker Mecca, it boasts all the classic biker paraphernalia, live shows, tattoo artists, camping and plenty of food and drink.

July
Ria Formosa Festival
Ria Formosa Festival

July 2025 - August 2025Festival celebrating the gastronomy of the Ria Formosa region with a special emphasis on seafood and local beers. Sample some or all of the many and varied local dishes -- all delicious and all very reasonably priced.

August
Folkfaro
Folkfaro

August 2025This international event is looking to promote and share the folklore and traditions of different nations to strengthen the friendship and the identity of each country. It includes a large variety of activities: gala show in theatre, open-air performances, international parades, children and elderly programmes, dance workshops, etc.

Faro Municipal Museum
Faro Municipal Museum
Deserta Island
Deserta Island
Faro (FAO) - 3 km. from Faro city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes, 15 minutes.

Main stops: Faro Aeroporto, Pontes de Marchil, Faro

Taxi: 6 minutes drive to city center of Faro

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