What to do and see in Angra do Heroismo, Azores: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

July 2, 2021 Harland Bartelt

Discover the best top things to do in Angra do Heroismo, Portugal including Rua da Se, Observatorio do Ambiente dos Acores (OAA), Camara Municipal de Angra do Heroismo, Alto da Memoria, Imperio do Espirito Santo de Sao Sebastiao, Pico Matias Simao Viewpoint, Palacio dos Capitaes Generais, Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao.
Restaurants in Angra do Heroismo

1. Rua da Se

Rua da Se, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-191 Portugal
Excellent
49%
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Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 123 reviews

Rua da Se

Reviewed By amysun2016 - Fairfield, United States

Fun and most attractive place on the island. It’s nice to take a stroll in the area and appreciate different plants, flowers.

2. Observatorio do Ambiente dos Acores (OAA)

Estrada Gaspar Corte Real, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-030 Portugal +351 295 217 845 http://oaa.centrosciencia.azores.gov.pt/
Excellent
70%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
10%
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Observatorio do Ambiente dos Acores (OAA)

3. Camara Municipal de Angra do Heroismo

Praca Velha, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9701-857 Portugal +351 295 401 700 [email protected] http://www.cmah.pt
Excellent
46%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
14%
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4.5 based on 101 reviews

Camara Municipal de Angra do Heroismo

Angra has had three city halls. The first city hall had a small square in front. Later, the trade from India and the importance of the city led to the construction of a larger square and a new building with lateral staircases, a portico with columns, and a bell tower. The existing city hall was built in the nineteenth century and was inspired by the Oporto's old City Hall. It has one of the largest and grandiose great halls in the country.

Reviewed By Normstock - Ontario, Canada

Interesting Historic Building Free To Enter And walk around, we went upstairs to the two large rooms, very nice to see the architecture and paintings, you will spend around 10 to 15 minutes visiting the interior.

4. Alto da Memoria

Rua do Pisao Jardim Duque da Terceira, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-152 Portugal http://www.guiadacidade.pt/pt/poi-alto-da-memoria-18605
Excellent
56%
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 136 reviews

Alto da Memoria

Reviewed By cpixok

Well worth the effort to get to the top of the weather is clear. We trekked up the road using Google Maps. When he headed down, we used the easier walking path with steps and landings and beautiful plants and flowers that ended in the botanical gardens (Duke of Terceira’s Garden).

5. Imperio do Espirito Santo de Sao Sebastiao

Vila de Sao Sebastiao, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700 Portugal
Excellent
50%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

Imperio do Espirito Santo de Sao Sebastiao

6. Pico Matias Simao Viewpoint

Canada do Pico Matias Simão Peak, Altares, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-303 Portugal
Excellent
59%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
9%
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Pico Matias Simao Viewpoint

Reviewed By cpixok

On a clear day, book it to this view point! It’s fabulous! You can see the coast and the patchwork fields for miles! Worth the effort!

7. Palacio dos Capitaes Generais

Rua do Palacio, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-143 Portugal +351 295 402 300 [email protected] http://www.azores.gov.pt/Portal/pt/entidades/pgra/livres/Pal%C3%A1cios+da+Presid%C3%AAncia.htm
Excellent
52%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 105 reviews

Palacio dos Capitaes Generais

Reviewed By mariasC7362XR

Entry fee required, with or without guide. Walking through rooms that History left with paintings of Kings Queens family fueds and international events. Past and now all become history. Don't miss the majestic Pine tree in the garden. It stands for centuries, I am so insignificant. History is life.

8. Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao

Vila de Sao Sebastiao, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-627 Portugal
Excellent
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Good
44%
Satisfactory
17%
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4.0 based on 36 reviews

Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao

Reviewed By TMRaccoon - Flemington, United States

In 1980 the island had an earthquake that measure 7.6. 75% of the homes on the island were damaged or destroyed. The church of St. Sebastian was the only church left unscathed by the earthquake thus earning it the title "The Miracle Church". They also have discovered fresco paintings on the walls and are working at restoring them. Well worth a visit.

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