Things to Do in Azores
25 curated spots from Azores itineraries
Activities & Attractions
12 curated experiences
Azorean Cooking Class (Ponta Delgada)
Join a small-group class to learn how to prepare Azorean specialties—often including fish, stews, or desserts—followed by a shared meal.
3h · $70-100
Furnas Lake & Fumaroles
Stroll around Lagoa das Furnas, visit the steaming caldeiras where cozido pots are lowered into the earth, and photograph bubbling mud pools.[2][6]
2h · $5-10
Golden Hour Photography at Portas da Cidade
Set up near the city gates and Praça Gonçalo Velho Cabral to capture the arches against a pastel sky and the marina lights coming on.
1h · Free
Gorreana Tea Plantation Walk
Visit Europe’s oldest tea plantation, walk through the tea fields, and taste local green and black teas with ocean views.[4]
1h 30m · Free or low-cost
Kayaking on Lagoa das Sete Cidades
Rent a kayak or canoe on the lake and paddle across the calm water, taking in the crater walls rising around you.[2]
1h 30m · $15-25
Lagoa do Fogo Viewpoints
Drive up to the main miradouros overlooking Lagoa do Fogo, with optional short hikes down partway toward the lake shore.[4]
1h 30m · Free
Miradouro da Vista do Rei & Sete Cidades Viewpoints
Drive to Vista do Rei for the classic view over the twin blue and green lakes, then continue to a couple of nearby miradouros along the crater rim.[2]
2h · Free
Pineapple Plantation Visit
Tour a traditional pineapple greenhouse plantation, learn how Azorean pineapples are grown, and taste pineapple products or liqueurs.[4]
1h 30m · $5-15
Praia de Água d’Alto Beach Time
Relax on this sandy south-coast beach, swim if conditions allow, and photograph the bay and cliffs.
2h · Free
Ribeira Grande Coastal Sunset
Finish the day with a relaxed walk along Santa Bárbara beach or coastal miradouros to photograph surfers and the north-shore sunset.
1h · Free
Salto do Cabrito Canyoning Adventure
Join a guided canyoning tour including rappels, slides, and jumps in a volcanic gorge, with all safety equipment provided.[2][4]
3h · $80-110
Vila Franca do Campo Islet Boat & Snorkel
Take a short boat ride to the circular islet reserve and swim or snorkel in the calm, protected waters of the flooded volcanic crater.[2][5]
2h 30m · $25-40Restaurants & Food
13 local favorites
A Tasca
Lively tavern-style spot for petiscos (Portuguese tapas); order lapas grelhadas (grilled limpets), local cheese, and house wine.
1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Arco 8 Art Gallery Café
Artistic café space near the waterfront with light brunch dishes and good coffee.
1h 15m · $15-25 per person
Associação Agrícola de São Miguel
Famous restaurant for Azorean beef; order an aged steak with regional wine in a comfortable, classic dining room.
2h · $35-55 per person
Bar da Praia Água d’Alto
Casual but scenic beachside bar-restaurant where you can enjoy simple grilled dishes and drinks overlooking the sand and waves.
1h 30m · $20-35 per person
Cantinho do Cais
Harbor-side restaurant specializing in fresh seafood—try grilled limpets, tuna, or octopus with a crisp white wine.
1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Green Love Restaurant
Cozy restaurant in the village with simple local dishes and lake views; try grilled fish or a daily special.
1h · $20-35 per person
O Giro Açoriano
Café near the marina serving pastries, toast, and espresso; grab a simple breakfast while watching the harbor wake up.
45m · $8-15 per person
O Silva
Traditional restaurant by the river; try local fish dishes or grilled meats with a glass of house wine.
1h 15m · $20-35 per person
Pastelaria São Miguel
Bakery with good espresso and local pastries; grab queijadas and croissants for an early start toward Sete Cidades.
30m · $6-10 per person
Reserva Wine Bar
Sophisticated wine bar with Azorean and Portuguese bottles, offering small plates like cheese boards, charcuterie, and petiscos.
2h · $30-50 per person
Restaurante Miroma
Local restaurant known for cozido and other Azorean dishes; order the stew if you didn’t have it at lunch, or try grilled fish.
1h 30m · $20-35 per person
Taberna Açor
Charming spot for local sausages, cheeses, and hearty Azorean dishes; try the octopus or pork specialties.
1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Terra Nostra Garden Restaurant
Elegant restaurant inside Terra Nostra Garden Hotel serving the famous cozido das Furnas and refined Azorean cuisine in a classic dining room.[6]
1h 30m · $30-45 per person