Travel Guide – Azores
Description
This Azores travel guide focuses on São Miguel, the largest island, and brings together everything we recommend for exploring it: crater lakes, hot springs, viewpoints, hikes and places to eat. It's a PDF formatted for your phone screen and includes a Google Maps list with 200+ saved and organized places, so you can plan each day right on the map.
What's inside the guide
- Two itineraries: the Azores in 1 week on São Miguel (Sete Cidades, Furnas, Lagoa do Fogo, Nordeste, whale watching) and the Azores in 2 weeks, adding the islands of Pico and Faial.
- A map of São Miguel by area: the west, Ponta Delgada, Furnas and Nordeste, the south and the north.
- 7 hikes with difficulty, duration and distance: Lagoa do Fogo, Salto do Prego, Sete Cidades, Janela do Inferno, Volta à Lagoa das Furnas and more.
- A bucket list and plans: the Poça da Dona Beija, Terra Nostra and Ferraria hot springs, kayaking in Sete Cidades, the Vila Franca islet.
- Weather by season and what to pack for each one.
- Local info: the airport, rental cars, buses, taxis, and useful apps and webcams.
- Restaurants, hotels and rural guesthouses, plus art and culture spots.
- Easy recipes for traveling by camper van or with a kitchen.
Who it's for
For first-timers in the Azores who want to make the most of São Miguel without spending hours planning the route. It's a great fit if you love hiking and soaking in hot springs.
FAQ
How do I get it?
It lands in your inbox instantly, along with your order confirmation. Open it on your phone and you're good to go.
Is it up to date?
Yes, we reviewed it in October 2026.
Do I need a car on São Miguel?
We recommend one: it's the easiest way to reach the lakes and viewpoints. If you don't drive, the guide covers organized tours to Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo and Furnas, and when public buses are worth it (if you're staying in Ponta Delgada).
If you just want the places, there's our Azores map on Google Maps, with every spot from the guide.
Read next
- What to See in São Miguel in 7 Days: Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Where to Eat in São Miguel (Azores): Our Favorite Restaurants
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