Location: Faial Island
Top Things to do in Faial Island
The 10 Best Things to do in Faial Island, Azores
Faial Island (Portuguese pronunciation: [fɐˈjaɫ]), also known in English as Fayal, is a Portuguese island of the Central Group (Portuguese: Grupo Central) of the Azores. The Capelinhos Volcano, the westernmost point of the island, might as well be the westernmost point of Europe, if the Monchique Islet, near Flores Island, is considered part of North America, for it sits on the North American Plate.
Restaurants in Faial Island
1. Capelinhos
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 374 reviews
The site of the volcanic eruption of 1957-58 on Faial, an island which is dominated by the volcanic cone of Caldeira.
Reviewed By mikedZ5951IB - Littleton, United States
This volcanic eruption has been a very different kind. The fact that it erupted in 1958 and gradually escalated to a full blown natural disaster is amazing. We were lucky to be guided by Azores Experience they were just equipped to tell the whole story of the eruption and its impact on the people of the island what a story.
2. Piscinas Naturais do Varadouro
3. Caldeira
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 749 reviews
Reviewed By telemark - Wildhaus, Switzerland
We did the 360 degree crater rim hike in foggy and stormy weather. Pretty narrow path at times, views of the caldeira and the island are unbelievable. The 8 km hike can easily be done in 2 hours. Our family liked it a lot - and next time we want to descend into the crater!
4. The Marina of Horta
5. Praia do Porto Pim
6. Centro de Interpretacao do Vulcao dos Capelinhos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 380 reviews
The Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre (CIVC) has an informative, educational and scientific mission, having for that purpose, a set of exhibitions with special emphasis on Capelinhos Volcano eruption and the formation of the archipelago, but also the various kinds of volcanic activity in the world and the history of Azorean lighthouses. It was appointed by the European Museum Forum, for best European museum in 2012. This building was constructed underground, so it wouldn't interfere with the pre-existing landscape, allowing you to fully enjoy this recent volcanic landscape originated by the eruption of 1957/58. In addition to a number of exhibitions, the centre has an auditorium and a temporary exhibition of rock and minerals samples. At the end of the visit, go to the lighthouse where you can appreciate this unique scenery.
Reviewed By viajera1741 - Washington DC, United States
This small interpretive center offers world class exhibits, on the history of the local (and relatively recent) local eruption as well as videos and exhibits that explain volcanic activity and tectonic plates around the world. Right next door is an abandoned lighthouse, semi-buried in ash from a mid-20th century eruption, which you can visit also.
7. Observatorio do Mar dos Acores
8. 10 Volcanos
9. Morro de Castelo Branco
10. Cabeco do Canto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
