Overview

Places of interest in Azores

Overview
1 Área de Paisagem Protegida das Sete Cidades
Twin Lakes and Volcanic Wonders
8.1
This protected landscape features seven volcanic craters linked by a rainbow-colored bridge. Visitors explore dramatic cliffs, ancient lava tubes and misty valleys where nature's raw beauty thrives in an otherworldly setting.
Highlights:
  • 🏞️ Explore Sete Cidades village and lake shore
  • 🥾 Hike trails around the volcanic crater rim
  • 🌄 Admire dual-colored lakes from Vista do Rei viewpoint
1 Lajes Airport
Gateway to Azorean skies and adventures
Serving Terceira Island in the Azores, this airport connects the Atlantic archipelago to mainland Portugal and beyond. Modern facilities accommodate regional flights, while its location offers easy access to volcanic landscapes and coastal towns.
1 Angra do Heroísmo
Place
2 Horta Airport
Gateway to volcanic landscapes and whale watching
Serving Horta on São Jorge Island, this airport connects the Azores to mainland Portugal and other islands. It features a single runway, modern facilities and regular flights to Lisbon, Porto and regional hubs.
1 Capelinhos Volcano
Volcano
2 Capelinhos Volcano
Volcano
3 Pico Airport
Gateway to volcanic skies and lush landscapes
Serving Pico Island, this airport connects visitors to volcanic landscapes and whale‑watching hotspots. Runway accommodates regional jets; nearby facilities offer easy access to hiking trails, lighthouses and local seafood markets.
2 Mount Pico
Volcano
1 Sete Cidades
Place
4 Flores Airport
Gateway to lush volcanic landscapes and azure seas
This airport on Flores Island, Azores, sits beside dramatic cliffs overlooking the Atlantic. Its compact terminal connects travelers to Lisbon and nearby islands via frequent regular daily flights and ferries.
5 São Jorge Airport
Gateway to volcanic landscapes and lush cliffs
The airport serves São Jorge Island’s capital, offering regional flights to Lisbon and other Azorean islands. Its single runway accommodates small aircraft, while the surrounding volcanic landscape provides a dramatic backdrop.
6 Corvo Airport
Gateway to Azores’ tranquil volcanic island
Serving Portugal's westernmost Azorean island, this small airport offers daily flights to Ponta Delgada and Lisbon. Its single runway accommodates regional aircraft, while the surrounding cliffs provide dramatic scenery for travelers.
7 Graciosa Airport
Gateway to tranquil Azorean island paradise
Serving the island of Graciosa in the Azores archipelago, this airport connects residents and visitors to Lisbon and other Azorean islands via regular flights. The terminal offers amenities and scenic views of the surrounding sea.
2 Furnas
A Geothermal Wonderland
7.9
This volcanic crater on São Miguel offers dramatic black sand beaches and steaming fumaroles. The Furnas region features lush green landscapes, bubbling hot springs and unique geothermal activity that shapes its rugged terrain and natural beauty.
Highlights:
  • 🥾 Hike the flat trail around Lagoa das Furnas for scenic views
  • 🌋 Walk safely among steaming fumaroles and bubbling mud pots
  • ♨️ Soak in the thermal waters at Terra Nostra Park's hot pool
8 Santa Maria Airport
Gateway to Azorean sunsets and volcanic landscapes
Serving the Azores archipelago, this airport connects São Miguel Island to mainland Portugal and beyond. Modern facilities, frequent flights and scenic views of volcanic landscapes make it a convenient gateway for travelers.
3 São Miguel
Volcanic Wonders in the Atlantic
7.9
This volcanic island in the Azores offers dramatic landscapes, hot springs and rugged coastlines. The capital Ponta Delgada features historic architecture, while nearby beaches and waterfalls provide perfect spots for relaxation and exploration year-round.
Highlights:
  • 🥾 Hike to Lagoa do Fogo for breathtaking volcanic views
  • ♨️ Bathe in the warm natural hot springs of Furnas
  • 🌋 Admire the twin blue and green lakes of Sete Cidades
4 Ponta Delgada
Azorean charm, volcanic beauty, ocean breezes
7.7
The Azores' largest island offers volcanic landscapes, dramatic cliffs and lush greenery. Ponta Delgada serves as a vibrant gateway to hiking trails, whale watching tours and historic sites across this unique Atlantic destination.
Highlights:
  • 🌅 Stroll along the scenic Marina promenade at sunset
  • 🌋 Explore the volcanic crater lake of Sete Cidades
  • 🐋 Whale-watch in the Atlantic waters off Ponta Delgada
9 João Paulo II Airport
Gateway to the Atlantic’s emerald islands
Portugal’s Azores archipelago connects to mainland Europe via this hub in Ponta Delgada. The airport offers facilities, frequent flights to Lisbon and Porto and serves as a gateway for tourists exploring São Miguel’s volcanic landscapes.
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