Top 5 Things to do in São Miguel

Nowadays visiting different islands and exploring them has become a new trend and this island is definitely one to watch, São Miguel is located 1400 km away from Portugal and it's one of the greatest places to visit and explore. One of the very fist impressions you will receive at the time you visit this island is its breathtaking nature that it offers. Made mostly by volcanoes, this island could possibly be what you need to visit right now if travelling large cities is not your thing. Let's take a look at the top 5 things to do in São Miguel.

5.Visit Hotel Monte Palace

One very interesting activity which should be considered since is not that possible to do at certain places is visit a spooky hotel which is completely abandoned and free for anyone to visit.

Hotel Monte Palace once used to be a great 5 star hotel, but didn't last for long and throughout time, which is roughly 30 years, this landmark has started gaining a lot of attention from tourists and travelers which are quite fascinated on what this hotel provided even though it was 30 years ago. This is an absolutely recommended place to see if you really are not attracted to nature and art anymore, maybe some 1980s hotels might grab your attention and give you a spark.

4.Swim in Islet of Vila Franca do Campo

Can swimming in a pool, sea or lake become boring? Definitely, but São Miguel offers the solution to that as well.

I bet that swimming in the crater of an ancient volcano can fascinate you more than you expect. Just thinking of the idea should rise interest among all, the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo is a tiny island which offers a gorgeous lagoon for everyone to swim and dive and just enjoy something that is hard to find in other places, swimming in an ancient volcano! This lagoon provides you with a calm sea and an overall unique experience.

3.Relax at Ponta da Ferraira

Finding and visiting a natural hot bath is not very common nowadays, but Ponta da Ferraira is a clear example, where especially during the low tides when the water gets warmer is one

of the greatest places to just stay and relax, while the warm water covers up your body and provides you with such a great experience. A gorgeous spot made by the volcanic thermal water offers you one of the best tubs you will probably ever have and an incredible nature which will last in your mind for quite a long time. It should definitely be one of the activities that you should do, no matter what.

2.Hike to Miraduro da Vista do Rei

If you are looking for the greatest spot to witness the island than Miraduro is the one you should be looking for.

This landmark gives you a straight shot to the marvelous Caldeira das Sete Cidades and to the beautiful nature offered by the island, including the gorgeous lakes and green scenery provided. This incredible viewpoint is definitely one of the fan favorites for a spot to visit and should definitely be on your list if you plan a trip to São Miguel.

1.Enjoy Caldeira Velha

A completely deserved first spot should go to a visit in Caldeira Velha, arguably the most relaxing and gorgeous landmark to visit in the island.

The marvelous nature will leave you completely speechless and if that is not enough the incredible Lago de Fogo waterfall joins in to create a shocking panorama which is difficult to find. Just taking a walk, breathing in and out, listening to the splash of the waterfall, creates an atmosphere which you won't want to leave but rather stay there and meditate. Without a doubt if you decide to visit São Miguel then Caldeira Velha should be left in a day which you just want to be passive and not visit other places.