Located in the city of Ponta Delgada, the Carlos Machado Museum is the oldest museum in the archipelago. The collection began in 1880 with pieces of zoology, botany and mineralogy, a product of the development of the ancient Azorean Museum founded by…
This neo-classical French-style building, built in the 19th century, is surrounded by a beautiful garden of exotic trees and since 1980 has been the seat of the Presidency of the Regional Government of the Azores.…
Located in the heart of Ponta Delgada, the Portas da Cidade is an iconic monument that was originally built in 1783 in front of the old pier of Ponta Delgada. Later, in 1952, they were transferred to their current location due to the works of Avenida…
Undoubtedly one of the most visited cultural attractions that Ponta Delgada has to offer. …
In the city of Ponta Delgada, the Museu Militar dos Açores is housed in a historic building classified as a Monument of Public Interest – Forte de São Brás. This building is an example of Renaissance military architecture, built in the mid-16th…
The Forte de São Brás was built in the 16th century to defend the city against pirates and corsairs. It was the most important defence system the city had at the time as it was strategically situated on the west of Ponta Delgada. …
In the northwest part of Ponta Delgada, integrated into the Monumento Natural Regional da Gruta do Carvão (Regional Natural Monument of Gruta do Carvão) you will find the Gruta do Carvao. This unique and interesting site boasts the largest ancient…
Located near the Lagoa das Sete Cidades, these lakes are an authentic treasure that nature has to offer. This set of small lakes lies between two volcanic craters and is surrounded by a beautiful forest.…
If a more relaxed environment is what you are looking for, then Lagoa do Canário is the place to visit, best viewed in Summer time as part of a full day trip to Sete Cidades. …
Located at about 1000 meters of altitude, the Miradouro da Boca do Inferno has one of the most amazing landscapes of the island of São Miguel.…
One of the main highlights of the Sao Miguel Island is its thermal lakes and hot springs. Caldeira Velha is one of these hot springs located in the centre of the island. This majestic hot spring offers an exclusive bathing opportunity to its…
The São Miguel Island has no shortage of beautiful natural landscapes. But Lagoa do Fogo is able to carry the most stunning local medal in the region, and is also the second largest lake on the São Miguel Island. …
There are over twenty hiking trails registered in São Miguel and this is definitely one not to be missed. If you like the outdoors, it is recommended that you make at least one, even if you have little time to be on the Island.…
The Lagoa das Sete Cidades is a twin lake located in the crater of a dormant volcano on the western third of the São Miguel Island of the Azores Archipelago. …
This isolated piece of paradise can be found just off the main island of Sao Miguel and guarantees the more adventurous traveller an exciting day. …
Located near the small village of Porto Formoso, the Santa Iria viewpoint reflects the contrast between the verdant landscape of the São Miguel Island and the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean that surrounds the island.…
The Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Paz is on the top of Nossa Senhora da Paz hill, offering beautiful views of Vila Franca do Campo and making it one of the most privileged viewpoints in the village and surrounding area. …
What could sound better than a hot spring in the ocean? This unique natural spot has a natural swimming pool that is fed by a hot spring. …
Lagoa das Furnas is one of the largest lakes on the island of São Miguel and definitely a place worth visiting. …
Mata-Jardim José do Canto is one of the most beautiful public parks in São Miguel. During your visit to this tranquil spot, you can take a walk to the waterfall and enjoy the entire surrounding flora and the view of the lake.…
This stunning piece of neo-Gothic architecture, unique throughout the archipelago was built at the end of the 19th century. The Nossa Senhora das Vitorias Capela reflects on the western shore of the Furnas Lagoon making it a scene for any keen or…
All travellers who visit Caldeiras, near the village of Furnas, should take some time off from their holidays to enjoy the wonderful thermal pools that Poça da Dona Beija has to offer.…
Internationally renowned and often described as Europe’s most spectacular gardens, Terra Nostra Park can be found on São Miguel Island. The variety of activities one can experience here is vast; gardens, lush avenues, grottoes, serpentine trails…
In the town of Furnas you will find a piece of the unique world known as the Caldeira das Furnas, a place that proves that we are in volcanic terrain.…
The 'Miradouro da Pedra dos Estorninhos' is located in the county of Nordeste, and it is one of the many breath-taking look-out points that the Azores has to offer. As with many of the look-out points found in this region this one is worth a stop to…
In the town of Nordeste the traveller is treated to another gorgeous site. Approximately 40 meters in height and visible during the winter, the Salto da Farinha waterfall is a site that must be seen by all who are passing by.…
This beautiful piece of paradise is the end product of a landscape valuation project that was aimed at providing tourists with an in loco museum among the vast natural beauty that the island has to offer. …
The Salto do Prego is one of the many beautiful waterfalls that São Miguel has to offer. …
Pico da Vara is the highest point on São Miguel Island, reaching 1103 metres above sea level. There is a trail which starts in Algarvia and ends in Pico da Vara, which travellers enjoy walking to reach the summit. …
One of the best viewpoints São Miguel has to offer is Ponta da Madrugada. It is located on the eastern side of the beautiful island, right on the top of a beautiful cliff; abundant with flora. …
São Miguel is home to many breath-taking view points and Ponta do Sossego is one of the most gorgeous that can be found on the north coast of the island through the Azores Archipelago. …
