Top 10 Things to do in Terceira, Azores

August 29, 2021 Alice Mieles

Discover the best top things to do in Terceira, Portugal including Baias da Agualva, Algar do Carvao, Monte Brasil, Museum of Angra do Heroismo, Serra do Cume Viewpoint, Vitoria Beach, Duke of Terceira Garden, Trilha de Misterios Negros, Museu do Vinho, Praca Velha.
Restaurants in Terceira

1. Baias da Agualva

Canada da Alagoa, Agualva, Terceira 9760-043 Portugal http://parquesnaturais.azores.gov.pt/en/terceira-eng/what-visit/trails/baias-da-agualva
Excellent
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Baias da Agualva

Reviewed By Bramalen

We took bus 3 from Biscoitos to the start of this trail. We were happily surprised that the bus stopped right at the start (unlike other trails on the island). The trail takes you from meadows to the sea and back. Along the way there are some beautiful viewpoints where you can see the waves bash into the cliffs. At certain points you have the option to decent the cliffs, but this is very challenging and possibly dangerous. Nonetheless I gave them a go, while my girlfriend watched from a distance with fear in her eyes for my safety. After you leave the seaside, you take some overgrown trails which tickle your legs a lot. Because the trail is rather short, we decided to extend it and walk further towards the town Quatro Ribeiras. Here we ate our lunch and waited for the bus back to Biscoitos.

2. Algar do Carvao

Estrada Algar Do Carvao Center of Island, Terceira Portugal
Excellent
72%
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4.5 based on 1,060 reviews

Algar do Carvao

Reviewed By ckbucks - Guilford, United States

The tour time can vary according to how many stairs that you want to climb, The beauty of this extinct volcano is breath taking. There are so many photo opportunities. I would have to rate this as a sting MUST SEE.

3. Monte Brasil

Freguesia da Se, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira Portugal +351 963 729 390 http://www.Visitazores.com
Excellent
61%
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4.5 based on 1,356 reviews

Monte Brasil

Reviewed By jazrichards1952 - Georgetown, Canada

Great hike around the mountain and fortress to the top with incredible views. About 8 kilometers! We met a bunch of friendly cats near the top!

4. Museum of Angra do Heroismo

Ladeira de Sao Francisco, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-181 Portugal +351 295 240 800 [email protected] http://museu-angra.azores.gov.pt
Excellent
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4.5 based on 365 reviews

Museum of Angra do Heroismo

Reviewed By Marlene39forever - Pembroke, Canada

I can’t recommend this place enough. We spent a few hours there and enjoyed every moment. All of the place is in English, except temporary exhibit on history of the building. Was monastery, seminary , now a museum. It covers history of the Azores, 500 years which ties in to Europe and sea faring years , more recent culture, limited military history, recent major earthquake, cultural traditions such as embroidery trade, religion, jesuits, geology of island. It’s all here. And free on Sundays. Otherwise cheap 2 euros. Spend some time here,

5. Serra do Cume Viewpoint

Serra do Cume, Praia da Vitoria, Terceira Portugal
Excellent
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4.5 based on 359 reviews

Serra do Cume Viewpoint

Reviewed By Adventurer788051

The view of the Island from this viewing platform is amazing. From here you can see several dairy farms and may pastures. it is so green. Hint it was very windy/cool on the platform - wear a light weight jacket or sweater.

6. Vitoria Beach

Praia da Vitoria, Terceira 9760-211 Portugal http://www.azores-islands.info/uk/places/terceira/praia-vitoria.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 115 reviews

Vitoria Beach

Reviewed By miguels327 - London, United Kingdom

We just did a stop over for our trip to another island and we got in loved of this beach even in winter time the weather was amazing plus the people were 5stars

7. Duke of Terceira Garden

R. Direita 130 Historical Centre of Angra do Heroísmo, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-066 Portugal +351 295 401 700 https://angradoheroismo.pt/jardim-duque-da-terceira/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 558 reviews

Duke of Terceira Garden

Reviewed By thevacationlovers

Amazingly beautiful and worth every step you need to climb to reach this beautiful garden with a tranquil healthy and mostly vegetarian restaurant. The views of Angra from the restaurant are breathtaking.

8. Trilha de Misterios Negros

Lagoa do Negro, Terceira Portugal http://trilhos.visitazores.com/pt-pt/trilhos-dos-acores/terceira/misterios-negros
Excellent
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4.5 based on 85 reviews

Trilha de Misterios Negros

Reviewed By VirginiaShawver - California, United States

I did this trail because a friendly couple who had already been on Terceira island referred to me as a beautiful place where it was really worth visiting. And they were right, spectacular trail to do, I thought it was easier to do but it was really worth it! I advise anyone who visiting Terceira island like me, please go on this magnificent trail with beautiful nature landscapes! Thank you grace and it's husband. Virginia Shawver

9. Museu do Vinho

Canada do Caldeiro 3 Biscoitos, Terceira 9760-054 Portugal +351 295 908 305 http://jfbiscoitos.pt/a-freguesia/patrimonio/edificado/museu-do-vinho
Excellent
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4.0 based on 132 reviews

Museu do Vinho

Reviewed By shanc590 - Toronto, Canada

They do not open till 13:30, but it's a great little stop to learn how they make wine in the Island. Run by 5th generation of the family they know there stuff. Great wine selections and the dessert wine was great we got bottles to take home.

10. Praca Velha

Terceira Portugal
Excellent
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4.0 based on 36 reviews

Praca Velha

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