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Things to see in Horta, Azores (Portugal): 54 places and when to go
Horta, Azores is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 54 places in and around it, mainly Nature (30), Mountains (13), Wildlife (7). The best known are Mount Pico, Capelinhos and Cabeço Gordo. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 38.5347, -28.6448
- Places
- 54 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (30) · Mountains (13) · Wildlife (7) · History (4) · Architecture (4) · Beaches (4)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- FNC Funchal, 1,255 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Pico, at 2,351 m.
What to see in Horta, Azores
The places in and around Horta, Azores, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Mount PicoStratovolcano in the Azores and the highest mountain of Portugal23 km
- CapelinhosNature18 km
- Cabeço GordoMountain and stratovolcano which forms the island of Faial7.5 km
- Gruta das TorresProtected area in Portugal13 km
- Lighthouse of Ponta dos CapelinhosLighthouse in Portugal17 km
- Ribeirinha LighthouseLighthouse in Portugal7.7 km
- TambrosoMountain in Portugal7.5 km
- Lighthouse of Vale FormosoLighthouse in Portugal15 km
- Fort of Santa CruzFort1.6 km
- Cabeço da FonteMountain in Portugal15 km
- Cabeço do CantoMountain in Portugal16 km
- SeladoMountain in Portugal18 km
- Porto PimPort in Portugal1.9 km
- Cabeço VerdeMountain in Portugal11 km
- Church of Santa BárbaraChurch building in Azores, Portugal12 km
- Clock tower (Horta)Church1.8 km
- Cabeço GrandeMountain in Portugal14 km
- Church of Nossa Senhora das AngústiasChurch in Horta, Portugal1.7 km
- Church of Nossa Senhora de FátimaChurch in Ribeira Funda, Cedros, Horta, Portugal12 km
- Forte de São Sebastião da HortaCultural heritage monument in Horta, Azores, Portugal1.7 km
- Ilhéu em PéSummit8.8 km
- Adega Azores Wine CompanyWinery15 km
- Adega do VulcãoWinery16 km
- Baía da HortaBay2.6 km
And the other 30, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Baía do Varadouro, Cabeço dos Trinta, Botanical Garden of Faial, Furna Ruim, Gruta do Cabeço do Canto, Gruta do Cruzeiro, Miradouro de Nossa Senhora da Conceição, Monte Carneiro, Monte Queimado, Reserva Florestal de Recreio do Capelo, Pico Cangueiro, Pico das Queimadas, Polo de Pedro Miguel - Jardim Botânico do Faial, Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Falca, Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Quinta das Rosas, Reserva Florestal de Recreio de Santa Luzia, Reserva Florestal de Recreio do Cabouco Velho
- Hot springs: Balneário, Criação Velha
- Mountains: Casa da Montanha
- Food and drink: Cooperativa Vitivinícola da Ilha do Pico
- With kids: Gamos e Pavões, Piscinas da Madalena
- Hiking: GR01FAI Faial from Coast to Coast, Montanha do Pico
- Stargazing: Observatório Príncipe Alberto I de Mónaco
- Beaches: Praia da Alagoa, Beaches of Praia do Norte, Praia de Porto Pim, Praia de Almoxarife
When to go to Horta, Azores
The best time to visit Horta, Azores is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:36
- FebPossible10:33
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time13:01
- MayBest time14:06
- JunBest time14:41
- JulBest time14:26
- AugBest time13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:52
- DecPossible9:19
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19. In July, 53 of the 54 places are at their best.
When to go to Portugal in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Horta, Azores
The nearest main airport is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC, Funchal), 1,255 km as the crow flies. How to get around Portugal (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Lajes do Pico18 places37 km
- Angra do Heroísmo35 places125 km
- Fajã Grande20 places249 km
- Ginetes12 places256 km
- Ponta Delgada46 places275 km
- Lomba da Fazenda - Vila do Nordeste14 places316 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Horta, Azores?
The best known: Mount Pico, Capelinhos, Cabeço Gordo, Gruta das Torres, Lighthouse of Ponta dos Capelinhos. In all, 54 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Horta, Azores?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 19.
How do you get to Horta, Azores?
The nearest main airport is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC), 1,255 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Horta, Azores as the destination and these 54 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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