What to do and see in Terceira, Azores: The Best Nature & Parks

August 21, 2021 Alice Mieles

Discover the best top things to do in Terceira, Portugal including Parque Municipal do Relvao, Baias da Agualva, Algar do Carvao, Lagoa do Junco, Monte Brasil, Piscinas Naturais das Quatro Ribeiras, Vitoria Beach, Duke of Terceira Garden, Ponta dos Biscoitos, Trilha de Misterios Negros.
Restaurants in Terceira

1. Parque Municipal do Relvao

Monte Brasil, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira 9700-136 Portugal
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Parque Municipal do Relvao

2. 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
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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.

3. Algar do Carvao

Estrada Algar Do Carvao Center of Island, Terceira Portugal
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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.

4. Lagoa do Junco

Planicie da Achada 38.710446,-27.122626, Praia da Vitoria, Terceira 9760-577 Portugal
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Lagoa do Junco

5. Monte Brasil

Freguesia da Se, Angra do Heroismo, Terceira Portugal +351 963 729 390 http://www.Visitazores.com
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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!

6. Piscinas Naturais das Quatro Ribeiras

Quatro Ribeiras Bay, Quatro Ribeiras, Terceira 9760-358 Portugal
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4.5 based on 51 reviews

Piscinas Naturais das Quatro Ribeiras

Reviewed By hstulen - Paris, Canada

We went in January, so there was no swimming, but... oh my... the waves! What a show. Could watch for hours. Definitely worth the stop.

7. Vitoria Beach

Praia da Vitoria, Terceira 9760-211 Portugal http://www.azores-islands.info/uk/places/terceira/praia-vitoria.html
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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

8. 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/
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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.

9. Ponta dos Biscoitos

Biscoitos, Terceira Portugal
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4.5 based on 96 reviews

Ponta dos Biscoitos

Reviewed By chickandbeast - Southgate, Canada

We picnic everywhere and this lovely natural seascape was perfect to sit and watch the relentless crashing of the waves. I am sure in the right season it is calm and inviting for swimming, certainly a lot of effort has been put in for that with pathways and railings into the sea. December is not the time it is better to watch from dry land if you were swept away there would be zero chance to survive. we did explore as much as we could and were coated in salty sea spray for our efforts. LOL

10. Trilha de Misterios Negros

Lagoa do Negro, Terceira Portugal http://trilhos.visitazores.com/pt-pt/trilhos-dos-acores/terceira/misterios-negros
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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

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