In a nutshell

Ponta Delgada is a collection of stunning examples of Azorean architecture and lush 19th-century gardens. Explore it on foot with your guide, step inside two iconic churches in the city and let yourself be seduced by the scents of the José do Canto and Antonio Borges botanical gardens, first on board a sightseeing train and then on a stroll. Shall we go?

Main stops

Walk through the historic center of Ponta Delgada and the Antonio Borges botanical garden
Church of St. Sebastian and Convent and Church of Our Lady of Hope: Interior visits
Sightseeing train tour of the José do Canto botanical garden

The programme

As soon as your walking exploration of Ponta Delgada begins, a few details will immediately catch your eye: the distinctive features of Azorean architecture in white stone decorated with basalt elements, a volcanic stone that is typical of the island.
This style also characterizes the famous church of St. Sebastian, which stands out for the portals and wooden carvings that adorn its interior.
Then continue to Our Lady of Hope and you'll find yourself face to face with the much-venerated statue of Jesus Christ of the Miracles, an icon cloaked in legend: ask your guide for details!
It's time to climb aboard the little train that runs through the José do Canto botanical garden, among the trees, plants and flowers from all over the world, as you discover the story of the man who gave the park its name.
At the Antonio Borges botanical garden, meanwhile, you'll come across caves and tunnels surrounded by thick vegetation. And before you go…you'll see the fig tree with its tangle of exposed roots - it's a real work of art by Mother Nature!

Good to know

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the experience.