Book your plane ticket to Ponta Delgada (Azores)
Ponta Delgada (Azores)
Ponta Delgada is the starting point for an adventure-filled and relaxed trip to the Azores: a group of nine Portuguese islands in the Atlantic Ocean. The city of Ponta Delgada is located on São Miguel, the largest island. You can fly from Lisbon to the Azores in only about two hours, so this trip can easily be combined with an enjoyable city trip to the Portuguese capital. Nature on the nine volcanic islands is beautiful and very diverse, with each island having its own very characteristics and unique features. Would you like to find out more about what the Azores and Ponta Delgada have in store for you? We share some of the best tips below.
Ponta Delgada is the largest city in the Azores, but that doesn’t mean it is hectic or busy. On the contrary, it is an oasis of peace. In the city centre and the harbour there is a very relaxed atmosphere. And there is a lot of beauty to enjoy: colourful houses, colonial buildings, beautiful squares with splendid churches and excellent tapas restaurants. Typical of Ponta Delgada are the Portas da Cidade, which were built in the 18th century. These gates are located on a square in the heart of the city centre. And the great thing is, you can discover most of the city’s sights in one day. So you will still have plenty of time to go on an adventure in the impressive nature surrounding the city.
Sightseeing island of São Miguel
In addition to the great sights in the city itself, many beautiful sights await you within a short drive. You can easily reach the impressive crater of Caldeira das Sete Cidades with your rental car. Take an unforgettable walk around the crater and enjoy the astonishing view over the crater lakes. Along the way you will pass the lake Lagoa do Fogo, a dazzling natural wonder. You will also find many hot springs on the island that are worth a visit, such as Terra Nostra Garden and Caldeira Velha. At this last natural hot spring you can swim to a warm waterfall while surrounded by giant palms and ferns. Sounds like a tropical fairytale, doesn’t it?
Flight time
A flight from Amsterdam to Ponta Delgada takes about 04:35 hours.
Airport(s)
Ponta Delgada Airport (João Paulo II Airport)
Timezone
UTC -1 (summer time +0). It is 1 hour behind the United Kingdom.
Currency
The currency used in Portugal is the Euro (EUR).
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