São Jorge Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

São Jorge Island
São Jorge Island
São Jorge Island
Photo by Olli Peauty
Photo by Olli Peauty
Photo by ‎Chris Gouge
Photo by ‎Chris Gouge

Where to stay in São Jorge Island

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Ribeira Seca

You might consider checking out Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge while you're exploring Ribeira Seca and the larger Calheta area.

Ribeira Seca
Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge

Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge

2 out of 5
Canada da Vinha Nova, Fajã Grande, Calheta
Stay at this hostel in Calheta. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Santa Bárbara Church and Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
"Excellent location. Staff was friendly. Air conditioner was not working in our room and it was so hot to sleep. The staff tried but could not fix it. Breakfast was simple but fine. Very clean all around and well kept. View was incredible from the front shared spaces."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge
Casa d'Avó Guesthouse

Casa d'Avó Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Caminho do Porto, 5, Velas, Azores
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly guesthouse in Velas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Santa Bárbara Church and Pico ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"Ben arredata; pulitissima e personale gentilissimo"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

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Casa d'Avó Guesthouse
Quinta dos Mistérios

Quinta dos Mistérios

Largo da Boa Hora, Velas, Açores
Stay at this guesthouse in Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Velas Marina and Igreja de Sao Jorge are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Very beauty house."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

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Quinta dos Mistérios
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Casa do Zé - AL

Casa do Zé - AL

3 out of 5
Caminho da Igreja, 2, Manadas, Velas, Açores
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Velas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Bárbara Church and Pico da Esperanca are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Adorable historic home.
"Adorable local cottage in a very small town. We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment on the second floor. Neighbors gave us a walking tour and showed us their garden and taught us history of the area."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Casa do Zé - AL
Cantinho das Buganvillias

Cantinho das Buganvillias

4 out of 5
Rua Padre Augusto Teixeira, Velas
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Velas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private plunge pools. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
Awesom Views
"Beautiful property overlooking Velas harbor…don’t hesitate to book!"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Cantinho das Buganvillias
Aldeia das Adegas

Aldeia das Adegas

4 out of 5
Rua das Adegas 3A, Sao Roque do Pico
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Sao Roque do Pico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Kind people operating it. The property has a great view to the Pico Mountain, there are multiple houses lined up on a small street. It's a very peaceful vibe. It's within walking distance (an a beautiful walk - nice village with flowers, and fruits) to a cafe/bakery, a couple of restaurants, and ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2024

Aldeia das Adegas
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Popular places to visit

Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge

Explore the great outdoors at Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge, a lovely green space in Calheta.

Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge

Velas Marina

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in São Jorge with a trip to Velas Marina. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Velas Marina

Pico da Esperanca

Explore the great outdoors at Pico da Esperanca, a lovely green space in Santa Bárbara. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Pico da Esperanca

Velas Bullfighting Arena

Catch an event at Velas Bullfighting Arena during your trip to São Jorge. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Velas Bullfighting Arena

Igreja de Sao Jorge

Learn about the local history of São Jorge when you spend time at Igreja de Sao Jorge. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Igreja de Sao Jorge

Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Rosais with a trip to Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse

Things to do

São Jorge: Island Round Trip Up to 7Hours.

São Jorge: Island, Forest Reserve & Fajãs Guided Tour

฿7,479
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
São Jorge: Island, Forest Reserve & Fajãs Guided Tour
São Jorge: Island Round Trip Up to 4 Hours.

São Jorge Island Panoramic Adventure – 4 Hour Tour

฿4,861
per adult
São Jorge Island Panoramic Adventure – 4 Hour Tour
São Jorge: PR01 Hike & Tour - Full Day Adventure

São Jorge: PR01 Hike & Tour - Full Day Adventure

฿6,731
per adult
São Jorge: PR01 Hike & Tour - Full Day Adventure
Private Minivan Transportation

Private Minivan: Velas Port

฿2,022
per traveller
Private Minivan: Velas Port
Mini Tour-Trail PR02 São Jorge - Serra Topo - Fajã dos Vimes

Mini Tour-Trail PR02 São Jorge - Serra Topo - Fajã dos Vimes

฿4,637
per adult
Mini Tour-Trail PR02 São Jorge - Serra Topo - Fajã dos Vimes
Private Sedan Transportation

Private Standard Car: Velas Port

฿701
per traveller
Private Standard Car: Velas Port
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