CITY GUIDE & SUGGESTIONS

Come with us and discover the Island of São Miguel, one of the best kept secrets of the Atlantic.

For its natural richness little explored by Men, the Azores keep ecosystems and paradise landscapes that only use of their simplicity to dazzle us.

We’ll help you discover this island by land in two bus tours, and by sea in a boat tour through the vast Atlantic.


Portas da Cidade

Portas da Cidade

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.

Caldeira Velha

Caldeira Velha

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

Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande

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

Market

Market

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

Tourist Office

Tourist Office

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

Igreja do Senhor Santo Cristo

Igreja do Senhor Santo Cristo

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

Lagoa do Fogo

Lagoa do Fogo

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

Porto da Caloura

Porto da Caloura

A holiday resort with beaches, esplanades and restaurants.

Fajã de Baixo

Fajã de Baixo

Visit to the pineapple plantations.

 Vila Franca do Campo

Vila Franca do Campo

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

Lagoa do Canário

Lagoa do Canário

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

Vista de Rei

Vista de Rei

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

Lagoa Azul

Lagoa Azul

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

Campos de Chá e Fábrica da Gorreana

Campos de Chá e Fábrica da Gorreana

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

Fumarolas das Furnas

Fumarolas das Furnas

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

Parque Terra Nostra

Parque Terra Nostra

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

Ermida do Monte Santo

Ermida do Monte Santo

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

Igreja da Senhora da Vitória

Igreja da Senhora da Vitória

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

Poça da Dona Beija

Poça da Dona Beija

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