Ponta Delgada, on São Miguel Island, is the capital of the Azores archipelago of Portugal. The striking, 3-arched city gates and the Gothic-style Church of St. Sebastian are near the harbor. The Convent and Chapel of Our Lady of Hope houses a revered image of Christ. The Carlos Machado Museum offers diverse artifacts of Azorean culture. The city is a gateway to the crater lakes of Sete Cidades, to the northwest.

What are the top attractions to visit in Ponta Delgada?

The top attractions to visit in Ponta Delgada are:

• Ponta da Ferraria
• Portas da Cidade
• Arruda Pineapple Plantation
• Gruta do Carvao
• Lagoa das Empadadas

What are the best outdoor activities in Ponta Delgada?

The best outdoor activities in Ponta Delgada are:

• Lagoa das Empadadas
• Pinhal da Paz
• Gruta do Carvao
• Jose do Canto Botanical Garden
• Jardins de Sant´Ana

What are the most popular things to do in Ponta Delgada with kids?

The most popular things to do in Ponta Delgada with kids travellers are:

• Igreja do Santo Cristo
• Lagoa das Empadadas
• Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao
• Portas da Cidade
• Pinhal da Paz