São Miguel Azores: Explore the dramatic crater of Sete Cidades

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1. The Sete Cidades volcanic crater is a massive, 5-kilometer-wide caldera located on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. It is most famous for its two stunning lakes, the blue Lagoa Azul and the green Lagoa Verde, which are nestled within the crater.

   1,5 u

2. The Vista do Rei in Sete Cidades is an observation deck that offers panoramic views over the surrounding landscape and crater lakes. It is one of the most popular viewpoints in the Azores and is a must-see for any visitor to the region.

   25 minToegang inbegrepen

3. Cerrado das Freiras is a must-visit viewpoint for anyone exploring the Sete Cidades region. Its stunning views and convenient location make it a perfect place to appreciate the natural wonders of São Miguel Island.

   20 minToegang inbegrepen

4. The Lagoa de Santiago is a stunning green-water lake occupying a volcanic crater full of greenery, with a roadside viewing platform.

   15 minToegang inbegrepen

5. Escalvado viewpoint, a former whale lookout where you can admire the mosteiros village the thermal of ferraria.

   15 minToegang inbegrepen

6. The “Monte Palace Hotel” is a historic hotel located in Sete Cidades, on the island of São Miguel, in the Azores. Located in a spectacular area surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Sete Cidades lagoons and the surrounding mountains, the Monte Palace Hotel was a luxury property that offered panoramic views and access to this unique landscape.

   30 minToegang inbegrepen

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How it compares in Ponta Delgada

• Its from-price is 13% below the median of the 198 experiences we list in Ponta Delgada.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 34 of 198.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Ponta Delgada

Ponta Delgada is the main town of the Azores, on São Miguel island, with black-and-white streets, a harbour, and volcanic lakes and hot springs inland.

Ponta Delgada stands on the south coast of São Miguel, the largest island of the Azores, a Portuguese archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic. Its old centre is built of black volcanic stone and whitewashed walls, with the three-arched Portas da Cidade at the waterfront, the Church of São Sebastião and the Forte de São Brás. The Carlos Machado Museum holds natural history and art.

Top-ranked sights in Ponta Delgada: Sete Cidades, Arruda Pineapple Plantation, Pico do Carvão Viewpoint (Miradouro do Pico do Carvão).

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