Ribeira Grande

Museu da Emigração Açoriana

Ribeira Grande

A museum with a wide collection of local ethnography.

Casa das Calhetas

Ribeira Grande

18th-century manor situated on the North coast of the island of São Miguel. Has only three rooms and provides a unique, panoramic view over the sea, the Serra da Lagoa de Fogo, and the Centenary Garden of the House.

Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande

A calm, peaceful place, known as an area where several volcanic phenomena, namely fumaroles, take place. There is an old 17th century thermal building.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Estrela

Ribeira Grande

Chiesa Madre (mother church) dating from 1517 and dedicated to the Purification of the Blessed Virgin. In the sacristy, highlighting the parts of the Treasury, of great historical value. Highlight is the Capela dos Santos Reis Magos, also inside.

Vale das Lombadas

Ribeira Grande

Route between the Ribeira Grande and Lombadas Valley, passing by the Boilers of Ribeira Grande, the waterfall of the goat and Leap by Dam da Fajã do Redondo. Along the way you can see magnificent panoramic views of the sea …

Ponte da Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande

The bridge of eight arches, which is represented in the coat of arms of the city, crosses the river that will recede to the Atlantic Ocean and which gives its name to the municipality. Is one of the ex-libris of …

Alabote

Ribeira Grande

A restaurant that stands out for its magnificent sea views and for the bold architectural style of São Miguel. A pleasant and comfortable space that serves regional dishes with an international touch.

Percurso Pedestre da Caldeira Velha

Ribeira Grande

Routing with a dense vegetation along the way. Arriving at Caldeira Velha, classified as a national monument, you can enjoy the beautiful Natural surroundings and warm and clear waters. There is a boiler with boiling water which must not approach, …

Solar de Lalém

Ribeira Grande

It is a former residence of morgados, located between the sea and the hills, offering breathtaking views. Offers comfortable rooms where the historic ambience of the place remains, breakfast room, bar, lounge and dining area, terrace, garden and swimming pool.

Praia da Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande

A beach with a wide stretch of sand and crystal clear waters, surrounded by rocks and dunes that compose a dark cover.

Teatro Ribeiragrandense

Ribeira Grande

Inaugurated in 1933, the Theatre Ribeiragrandense is the most important theatre at Ribeira Grande. Its imposing looks of a building of the first half of the 20th century still remains a reference and a remarkable presence in the main artery …

Praia do Areal de Santa Bárbara

Ribeira Grande

A beach with crystal clear waters and a rather small stretch of sand, with green hills.

Mulher do Capote

Ribeira Grande

A fábrica de licores Eduardo Ferreira & Filhos, mais conhecida como "Mulher do Capote", produz os famosos licores típicos de São Miguel. Maracujá, ananás, banana e limão são alguns dos licores de frutos produzidos. Também poderá encontrar brandy de maracujá, …

Fábrica de Chá de Porto Formoso

Ribeira Grande

Durante muito tempo a Ilha de São Miguel era o único ponto da Europa onde se fabricava chá. A Fábrica de Chá Porto Formoso foi fundada por Amâncio Machado Faria e Maia e laborou entre os anos 20 e os …

Praia de Porto Formoso

Ribeira Grande

Small beach of clear waters and sandy beaches of black sand, where you can sunbathe and riding in small boats.

Fábrica de Chá da Gorreana

Ribeira Grande

Durante muito tempo a Ilha de São Miguel era o único ponto da Europa onde se fabricava chá. A Fábrica de Chá Gorreana iniciou a plantação de chá em 1874, mas foi só em 1883 que o primeiro chá saiu …

Quinta de Santana

Ribeira Grande

Typical Azorean farm Homestead, which has seven rooms comfortable and modern rooms and 3 bungalows. There is also a pleasant garden where they grow tropical flowers and fruit trees, a swimming pool, a gym and a children's playground.