This hotel was perfect. Clean, modern, and comfortable with a sea view from our room. It was located a short walk from the sea boardwalk, which we loved to explore in the evenings after dinner. It was very easy to get around to all the sites and hiki...
Hotel Arcanjo, Lagoa (updated prices 2026) - Booking.com
Favourite place to eat of the trip! So good. Don't miss out on the traditional cheese plate.
A Tasca
Fantastic seafood in a great location.
O Rui Restaurant - Authentic Dining in Lagoa, Portugal
Great food, even better location on the sea. Try the sword fish!
Ondas do Mar
Yum! Get the shrimp!
Borda d'Água
When in the Azores you must get a bifana. So good, filling and cost effective.
Bifanas ~ Portuguese Pork Sandwiches
Really enjoyed this Octopus. Great restaurant close to the beach.
O AMERICO, Mosteiros - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number - Tripadvisor
Adventures and sightseeing
Hit a rainy day, so I drove into Ponta Del Gado and explored these lava tubes. It was a neat little side quest we didn't plan for.
Gruta do Carvão
Hope for a clear day because the sites are stunning. Again, another tour I wish we booked instead of trying to drive it ourselves and find parking (which is tight and tricky).
Seven Cities & Fire Lagoon: Full Day Tour with or without lunch
It was so much fun and in a beautiful location! Even for my husband, who hates both heights and water. He did it, no problem! We felt safe the entire time.
São Miguel: WaterPark Canyoning Ribeira dos Caldeirões
Two of our favourite places. The hot springs were so beautiful and felt like you were bathing in a tropical forest. Lagos do Fogo is stunning.
Lagoa do Fogo: Biologist-guided Volcano Geo Tour +hotsprings bath
Really cool adventure! The islet is beautiful and the sea caves and cliffs are stunning.
Azores: Vila Franca do Campo Islet Kayaking Experience
Exploring the city was a fun experience. Beautiful colourful streets right on the coast.
Ponta Delgada, Portugal: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2026)
Beautiful seaside tea plantation you can walk through. Sample the free tea and try some baked goods. I bought the pineapple tea and it was delicious! There are some hikes to waterfalls nearby.
Gorreana Tea Factory
Beautiful spot for sunset. Also, some cute food places.
Mosteiros and Mosteiros Beach | São Miguel Guide, Azores
Always find the best prices for cars on booking.com. Tip: rent a smaller car. Easier to park and maneuver the smaller streets.
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Hot Springs- a must do in Sao Miguel
We went to Furnas to experience the thermal baths and cozido. We drove ourselves. However, I wish we had taken a tour because the driving and parking were terrifying. Don't get me wrong, the drive there was beautiful, but in the town is very busy wit...
Furnas: Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner
Really cool spot with an interesting and very orange hot spring. Walking the gardens was a highlight.
Terra Nostra Park
So nice we went twice. This hot spring is in the ocean! Parking is easy and free. There are showers and change rooms on your way down. Pro tip: wear water shoes.
The lower the tide the warmer the hot spring.
Ponta da Ferraria (2026) All You MUST Know Before You Go (w/ Reviews)
Beautiful hot springs. Very relaxing, with showers and clothing storage. Go early to avoid the crowds.
Caldeira Velha Hot Springs | São Miguel Guide, Azores
