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São Miguel East: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch

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São Miguel Azores: Furnas Evening Thermal Baths w/tickets

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From Ponta Delgada: Whale and Dolphin Watching Trip

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What to do in São Miguel Island

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I love it when I find natural frames like this one, shot from inside a cave at Parque Terra Nostra in Furnas, São Miguel.

The beautiful garden is built over a massive 10 hectares and it would be quite easy to spend the best part of a day here. There are walking trails, waterfalls, and a massive amount of plants and flowers to photograph and enjoy.

Definitely one of the best photo spots on the island if you're into nature and fancy yourself as a bit of a botanist 🌿🌺

You can read more about how to seek out all the best photo spots on São Miguel here:

https://galloparoundtheglobe.com/how-to-seek-out-the-best-photo-spots-on-sao-miguel-the-azores/

Terra Nostra Park

5/5(47 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Terra Nostra Park, a lovely green space in Furnas. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Marina de Ponta Delgada. Here you will find all kinds of restaurants, snack bars, gift shops, the smell of the ocean and much more.

Ponta Delgada Marina

4.5/5(51 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in São Sebastião with a trip to Ponta Delgada Marina.

Lagoa do Fogo

4.5/5(58 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa do Fogo during your travels in Matriz. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Termas da Ferraria

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can take time to visit Termas da Ferraria during your travels to Ginetes.

'I had read that Ponta Delgada’s gardens are absolutely charming, but my expectations were still exceeded. Close to its closing time, we found our way to Jardim António Borges, studied its impressive plant collection, climbed its interesting structures, and fully unwound.'
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Antonio Borges Garden

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Antonio Borges Garden, a lovely green space in São José. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Lagoa das Furnas

4.5/5(159 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa das Furnas during your travels in Furnas. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Caldeiras das Furnas

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Caldeiras das Furnas, a lovely green space in Furnas. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Boca do Inferno Viewpoint

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sete Cidades with a stop at Boca do Inferno Viewpoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Caldeira Velha

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Caldeira Velha, a lovely green space in Conceição. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.