Anne’s guidebook for Sao Miguel
Hot springs
A wonderful place to unwind and regenerate. Poça da Dona Beija is one of the best hot springs in the world.
141 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Poça da Dona Beija
1 Lomba Das BarracasA wonderful place to unwind and regenerate. Poça da Dona Beija is one of the best hot springs in the world.
The pools are not as hot and varied as Poca Dona Beija, but the setting is worth the price of admission. Other-worldly, this river valley will remind you of Jurassic Park!
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Centro de Interpretación Ambiental de Caldeira Velha
The pools are not as hot and varied as Poca Dona Beija, but the setting is worth the price of admission. Other-worldly, this river valley will remind you of Jurassic Park!
Shoreline hot spring that has thermal water at one end and ocean water at the other. If you don't want to soak, visit for the dramatic location!
62 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Spa of Ferraria
Shoreline hot spring that has thermal water at one end and ocean water at the other. If you don't want to soak, visit for the dramatic location!
Located inside an amazing botanical garden in Furnas. Warning: this pool will stain your bathing suit!
114 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Terra Nostra
Largo Marquês da Praia e MonfortLocated inside an amazing botanical garden in Furnas. Warning: this pool will stain your bathing suit!
Sightseeing
Breathtaking view and a terrific hike to the shore of the lagoa (for experienced hikers!)
120 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lagoa do Fogo
Breathtaking view and a terrific hike to the shore of the lagoa (for experienced hikers!)
Visit after your trip to Sete Cidades, visit this dramatically located town at the very north-western tip of the island. Mosteiros is on a fajã (Portuguese pronunciation: [fa'ʒɐ̃]). This is a Portuguese-language term for a supratidal talus-platform geology constructed from landslides or lava flows, that are relatively common coastal features, occurring on the toe of cliffs. Although they exist throughout the world, they are distinct features of the islands of the Azores.
52 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mosteiros
Visit after your trip to Sete Cidades, visit this dramatically located town at the very north-western tip of the island. Mosteiros is on a fajã (Portuguese pronunciation: [fa'ʒɐ̃]). This is a Portuguese-language term for a supratidal talus-platform geology constructed from landslides or lava flows, that are relatively common coastal features, occurring on the toe of cliffs. Although they exist throughout the world, they are distinct features of the islands of the Azores.
One of the most sought-out locations on Sao Miguel, walk through this peaceful town after taking in the dramatic vista of the blue and green lakes.
106 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sete Cidades
One of the most sought-out locations on Sao Miguel, walk through this peaceful town after taking in the dramatic vista of the blue and green lakes.
Praia Santa Barbara is world-class surfing location, but it is also one of the most beautiful beaches on Sao Miguel. Walk the beach and then have a drink or lunch at Tuka Tula Bar.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Praia do Areal de Santa Bárbara
Praia Santa Barbara is world-class surfing location, but it is also one of the most beautiful beaches on Sao Miguel. Walk the beach and then have a drink or lunch at Tuka Tula Bar.
A 15 minute walk from Casa Terra Nova, this is the best beach on the island. Have a drink and a snack at the beach bar.
36 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Praia de Água d'Alto
Estrada Regional 1-1A 15 minute walk from Casa Terra Nova, this is the best beach on the island. Have a drink and a snack at the beach bar.
Food scene
Best restaurant on the island and a short 5-minute drive from casa Terra Nova! Select from same-day caught fish and enjoy the salad bar.
72 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Caloura
Best restaurant on the island and a short 5-minute drive from casa Terra Nova! Select from same-day caught fish and enjoy the salad bar.
Great place for lunch or dinner right on Santa Barbara beach! Great food and amazing view. Recommend the steak sandwich and seared tuna.
63 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tuká Tulá - Bar
Great place for lunch or dinner right on Santa Barbara beach! Great food and amazing view. Recommend the steak sandwich and seared tuna.