An area with several points of interest, among which stand out the Boca do Inferno (Hell's Mouth), a grotto, the Chapel of Our Lady of the Leap, and the remains of a bridge that provided access to the local mines.

A square-plan manor tower, accessed through a high portal with a semicircular arch and facades pierced by narrow windows. In the 14th century, balcony windows and corner watchtowers set in machicolations were added.

You can admire the Historical Centre, World Cultural Heritage, by its exceptional quality in any of the spots viewing the Douro River. The city conjugates the carefully preserving of the past with a rich and varied cultural activity, which justifies the EU decision for choosing the city, together with Rotterdam, for European Capital of Culture 2001.

Small garden located in the center of the city, in front of the Town Hall. There is a small café with a pleasant covered terrace and a few benches where you can rest while watching the hustle and bustle of the city. Here you can appreciate the typical Portuguese pavement decorated with the characteristic embroidery designs of Castelo Branco.

Viewpoint located just outside the city of Horta, which runs along both sides of the main road, in a completely antagonistic view. On one side you can see Praia do Almoxarife and the rural landscape. On the other, the city of Horta in all its splendor, with the marina and Monte da Guia in the background.

Erected in the square with the same name, this statue, along with the city gates, forming the main entrance in the city of Ponta Delgada. Gonçalo Velho Cabral discovered the Formigas in 1431, following a first sighted Islands location trip by Diogo de Silves, in 1427. In 1432 landed on the islands of Santa Maria and São Miguel.

These gates represent the main entrance to Ponta Delgada and are the true landmark of the city. Their three imposing arches, built in the 18th century, open up to tourists everything that Ponta Delgada has to offer. Next to the City Gates stands the statue of Gonçalo Velho Cabral and the old buildings of the square bearing the navigator's name.

Cloistered convent which comprises the Church choirs, sacristy, mirante, cloisters, refectory, kitchens, wheel, cells, the Chapter Room, and agricultural zone. The single ship Church is lined by two carpets from 17th-century tiles, geometric motifs in threaded circles and quadrilobos entwined, and enxaquetados. There are high and low choirs for separation of the two communities conventuals and isolation of the masses and public holidays. Include the full arch portico Centre with entablature, flanked by classical columns and false wooden barrel-vaults, with trompe l'oeil effect on ship. Deserve a featured the altarpieces of gilt national style, with Solomonic columns, shell motifs.

This restaurant belongs to a wodwide known chain. Its fast service and the sort of food it serves are quite popular among the youngsters. The hamburgers, the fries and th soft drinks are the most requested dishes. The decor is informal, yet good looking. It stands out for its hygine.

Opened in 1926, is located in the city centre, very close to downtown pedestrian shopping, opposite the River Mondego and Santa Clara. The building is one of the architectural symbols of the city, where they combine elegance, comfort and refinement of the service. It has a famous restaurant called "L'amphitryon", where you can sample delicious regional specialities.