Walking Tour through the historic center of Ponta Delgada

This Walking Tour, begins in the Main Square of the historical center of Ponta Delgada, after we will walk to the S. Francisco Square, we will visit some historic places, like the Main church of the Town, a high point in the Tower City, to visit the Synagogue and the Sanctuary of the S. Cristo, walk along the main streets of the city and local commerce to the one of the botanic garden in Ponta Delgada, Antonio Borges Garden

We will walk through the narrow, cobbled streets and several mansions around the city that demonstrate the economic power of other times, thanks to the fertility of soils and commercial furor in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Visit the Carlos Machado Museum, housed in the former monastery of Saint Andrew and depicting the natural history, fishing and agriculture of the entire island of São Miguel.

We will walk too to the Church of the Mother of God, with a splendid and panoramic view to the historical center and for the Marine and commercial port.

In the end we will show you the traditional market, with opportunity to taste some locals fruits and taste some kinds of cheese made in Azores.

• This Walking Tour, begins in the Main Square of the historical center of Ponta Delgada, after we will walk to the S. Francisco Square, we will visit some historic places, like the Main church of the Town, a high point in the Tower City, to visit the Synagogue and the Sanctuary of the S. Cristo, walk along the main streets of the city and local commerce to the one of the botanic garden in Ponta Delgada, Antonio Borges Garden We will walk through the narrow, cobbled streets and several mansions around the city that demonstrate the economic power of other times, thanks to the fertility of soils and commercial furor in the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Carlos Machado Museum, housed in the former monastery of Saint Andrew and depicting the natural history, fishing and agriculture of the entire island of São Miguel. We will walk too to the Church of the Mother of God, with a splendid and panoramic view to the historical center and for the Marine and commercial port. In the end we will show you the traditional market, with opportunity to taste some locals fruits and taste some kinds of cheese made in Azores.

Ponta Delgada, It's the largest and most important city of São Miguel and the Azores , with more than five centuries of existence, is a flat city , modern and cosmopolitan, It is the largest municipality and which has the largest equipment diversity. Find your guide at the City Gates and skirt on a walking tour through the historic center of Ponta Delgada. A rich City in history, in culture and historical buildings, we will visit churches, museums, gardens and the famous traditional market "Mercado da Graça", after 3 hours of walking around the city, after we take you to the Marina or to the port Cruises "Portas do Mar", where your tour ends.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers