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4 Days in Ponta Delgada: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Delights

Burhan Can GÜVERCİN

29 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling adventure in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal. Discover ancient statues, vibrant gardens, and fascinating museums. Indulge in mouthwatering local cuisine and experience the rich cultural heritage of this enchanting city.

Trip to Ponta Delgada

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling History and Art

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$32

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$ 4

The Lince Azores

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Café Mascote

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

3 - 4 min

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Estátua de Gonçalo Velho Cabral

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Portas da Cidade

Iconic 18th-century gates featuring ornate archways in a charming, illuminated public square.

9:45 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Museu Militar dos Açores

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$6

11 - 16 min

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Sacred Art Center

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$5

1 - 2 min

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Quiosque do Antero

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 2Divine Delights and Architectural Wonders

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$27

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$ 4

The Lince Azores

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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O petisco

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

4 - 5 min

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Forte de São Brás

Coastal Renaissance fortress dating to 1552, now home to a military history museum.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

4 - 5 min

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Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$3

6 - 9 min

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Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião

16th-century church featuring an elaborate facade, intricate interior wood carvings & a clocktower.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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$3

1 - 2 min

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Burgundy Restaurant and Bar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Botanical Beauties and Natural Marvels

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$42

·

$ 6

The Lince Azores

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Padaria Gomes

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

5 - 8 min

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Igreja do Colégio dos Jesuítas

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$3

8 - 11 min

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Jardim Botânico António Borges

Built 1858–1861, this urban botanical garden with trails & grottoes showcases rare & exotic plants.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$5

5 - 6 min

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Gruta do Carvão - Monumento Natural

Guided tours are offered of this long lava tube system with 3 sections & many geological structures.

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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$10

6 - 8 min

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Jardim Botânico José do Canto

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

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$4

8 - 11 min

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Pizzaria

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 4Cultural Treasures and Culinary Delights

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$30

·

$ 8

The Lince Azores

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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Armazéns Cogumbreiro

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

4 - 6 min

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Museu Carlos Machado

This museum in a former convent offers eclectic exhibits of historical artifacts, art & taxidermy.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

8 - 10 min

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Interpretation Center of Pineapple Culture

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$6

6 - 8 min

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Café Cervejaria - Cidade de Berlim, Sociedade Unipessoal

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$7

Budget breakdown: $150 In total

Activities & Food:$130

Transport:$21