The Islands

The Azores are nine volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic, each with a different rhythm, landscape and way of travelling. Use this island hub to compare Sao Miguel, Santa Maria, Terceira, Pico, Sao Jorge, Faial, Graciosa, Flores and Corvo, and continue to the detailed guides for each destination.

Azores Sao Miguel, Miradouro da Vista do Rei, Sete Cidades

Visit Azores Islands

Visit the Azores islands if you want nature, volcanoes, crater lakes, whale watching, hot springs, dramatic coastlines and slow Atlantic travel. The Azores are not a…

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Vista del complejo volcánico de Sete Cidades al atardecer en São Miguel Azores

Visit Sao Miguel Azores

Visit Sao Miguel Azores if you want the most complete first experience in the archipelago. São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores and the easiest one for a first trip…

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Faro de la Ponta do Castelo en la isla de Santa María, Azores

Visit Santa Maria Azores

Visit Santa Maria Azores if you want to discover the warmest and most different island in the archipelago. Santa Maria is known for drier weather, golden beaches, soft hills,…

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Interior del Algar do Carvão cueva volcánica en isla de Terceira Azores

Visit Terceira Azores

Visit Terceira Azores if you want a balanced island with history, volcanic caves, viewpoints, natural pools and strong local culture. Terceira is one of the easiest Azores…

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Facade of the Church of Santa Maria Madalena in the capital of Pico Island, Azores

Visit Pico Azores

Visiting Pico Island in the Azores: climbing Portugal’s highest volcano, UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, and whale watching. Everything you need to know about tourism in…

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Vista aérea de la ciudad de Horta en la isla de Faial, Azores

Visit Faial Azores

Visit Faial Azores if you want Horta, marina culture, volcanic landscapes, ocean views and one of the easiest combinations with Pico. Faial is often used as a stop between…

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Pueblo tradicional en una faja de São Jorge con iglesia y hortensias azules, Azores

Visit Sao Jorge Azores

Visit Sao Jorge Azores if you want cliffs, hiking trails, fajãs, cheese, ocean views and one of the most distinctive landscapes in the central group. São Jorge is long,…

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visitar-isla-de-flores

Visit Flores Azores

Visit Flores Azores if you want waterfalls, crater lakes, green cliffs and one of the most dramatic natural landscapes in Portugal. Flores is remote, lush and deeply…

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