CITY GUIDE & SUGGESTIONS

The arches are the gateways to the island and an excellent way of introducing the city to tourists.The arches are the gateways to the island and an excellent way of introducing the city to tourists.

One of the most sought-after sites for its hot spring pools, where water temperatures can be as high as 35 oC.

One of the island’s three cities, it has viewpoints, gardens and cultural facilities;

This is where we find the island’s fresh produce, cheese and pineapples, in a mesmerising mix of aromas and colours.

The Tourist Office, in the arcades, gives tourists all the information they need about all the islands.

The church houses the wooden image of Santo Cristo dos Milagres, as it is known, the most worshiped and old cult on the island.

Walking trails along the crater of the extinct volcano and secluded nooks overlooking magnificent landscapes.

A holiday resort with beaches, esplanades and restaurants.

Visit to the pineapple plantations.

Visit to the pineapple plantations; taste the famous Vila Franca cheese tarts, the typical pastries of the island.

Viewpoints, walking trails and hideaways in which to relax and listen to Nature.

A viewpoint facing Lagoa das Sete Cidades, where you can clearly spot the blue and the green colours of the lagoon.

The “blue part” of the lagoon called Lagoa das Sete Cidades is the perfect spot for water sports and leisure.

A must-visit to learn about tea plantation and to taste the different varieties of tea produced on site.

Where the steam and spring waters are used for drinking or bathing.

A typical park marked by its immense and varied vegetation, places where you can relax, and medicinal water pools.

At the top of Pico da Figueira we find this picturesque and interesting place known for some sightings of Our Lady.

This odd-looking stone building is set against a lush background on the banks of Lagoa das Furnas.

One of the most popular sites sought after by tourists for its hot spring pools.