The 8 Best Things to Do in Horta, Portugal

October 17, 2017 Viva Honore

Discover the best top things to do in Horta, Portugal including Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre, Caldeira, The Marina of Horta, Praia do Porto Pim, Praia do Almoxarife, Peter Cafe & Scrimshaw Museum, Horta, Faial, Portugal, Miradouro de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao.
Restaurants in Horta

1. Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre

Farol dos Capelinhos, Horta, Faial Island 9900-014, Portugal +351 292 200 470
Excellent
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4.5 based on 223 reviews

Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre

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 Mama-Kz - Duxbury, MA

Entering the underground chambers of this museum with the knowledge that it had been hewn out of a volcanic landscape was in itself impressive. But the way the presentation of not only the 1957-58 volcanic eruptions but the origin of the earth itself was doubly enlightening. Through video and Exhibitions the story was told clearly and in an entertaining manner, even with a 3-D movie. Afterward, walking the Star Wars like landscape and a climb to the top of the lighthouse which partially survived the 57-58 eruptions was amazing. This was far and away the best museum experience in the Azores.

10 km from Horta, Horta, Faial Island, Portugal
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4.5 based on 565 reviews

Caldeira

Reviewed By BeirutMoores - Penang Island, Malaysia

An easy drive from Horta (about 25 minutes), with great views along the way, weather permitting. The weather changes very very quickly, and can be very localized. We went twice, once It was cloudy in Horta but clear at the Caldera, and then vice versa and it actually started to hail. If windy the trail is scary because you can be quite close to the edge. If heights scare you you may want to skip the hike in any case.
But do go, and marvel at the hydrangea hedgerows along the way.

3. The Marina of Horta

Horta Harbour, Horta, Faial Island, Portugal +351 292 391 693
Excellent
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4.5 based on 405 reviews

The Marina of Horta

Reviewed By Richard F - Louisville, Kentucky

This marina is beautiful and a great place to see the history of sailor visits from the past. Each time a sailor visits they are encouraged to paint their emblem of something that signifies their boat or something about their visit. There is even a wall with painted tiles from the local children. This was fun to see.

4. Praia do Porto Pim

Horta, Faial Island 9900, Portugal
Excellent
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4.5 based on 100 reviews

Praia do Porto Pim

Best beach ever. Come meet Porto Pim and have the best time of your life.

Reviewed By capdellatraveller - Mallorca, Spain

Staying in Horta, the Porto Pim beach is an easy walk.
From the beach, there's a panoramic view of the town. We stayed in July & the weather was a bit blustery so we strolled along the waterfront & found some nice explanatory maps on boards showing the beach, Dabney's house, the aquarium & a couple of view points.
I've posted photos of the boards because there's a lovely walking trail which isn't arduous.

5. Praia do Almoxarife

Horta, Faial Island, Portugal
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4.5 based on 121 reviews

Praia do Almoxarife

Reviewed By JKD - Scotts Valley CA

a rare beach with sand and easy entry into the water .... and there are facilities for washing and rinsing nearby. There is also a very good restaurant next to the washing facilities (Praya). In October, there seemed to be plenty of parking available; not sure what it is like during the summer

6. Peter Cafe & Scrimshaw Museum

rua Tenente Valadim 9, Horta, Faial Island, Portugal 9-9900-027-292-292-327
Excellent
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4 based on 397 reviews

Peter Cafe & Scrimshaw Museum

Reviewed By Lpfetzer - Rhinebeck, New York

Stumbled in here on our first day. The decor is fun, the service was good, the food was yummy. We found out later in the week that this place has quite a story behind it and is indeed doing a great job marketing their merchandise all over the Islands. Very popular stuff Thanks for a memorable meal

7. Horta, Faial, Portugal

Travessa do Porto Pim | Encosta do Monte da Guia, Horta, Faial Island 9900-020, Portugal +351 292 292 140
Excellent
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Horta, Faial, Portugal

Reviewed By Byrdie122 - Crawfordville, Florida

Beautiful city to walk and shop. Lots of places to sit and view the harbor. Be sure to visit the marina area and see the painted wall.

8. Miradouro de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao

Variante a Estrada Regional N0 1-1a, Horta, Faial Island 9900-174, Portugal
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Miradouro de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao

Reviewed By mikeedeedee - Darlington

We initially struggled to find this viewpoint which is located on the main road north of Horta, towards Praia do Almoxarife. However, once found there is no missing it due to the size of the cross. There are a few simple benches at this spot and many remains of candles. We suspect that for most people it is a quick photo opportunity, but for others it clearly has more religious significance.

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