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Things to see in Lajes do Pico (Portugal): 18 places and when to go
Lajes do Pico is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly Nature (10), Mountains (3), Hot springs (3). The best known are Museu dos Baleeiros (Lajes, Azores), Corre Agua and Church of São João Baptista. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 38.3963, -28.2534
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (10) · Mountains (3) · Hot springs (3) · Museums and art (2) · Wildlife (2) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- FNC Funchal, 1,218 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Topo Volcano, at 1,002 m.
What to see in Lajes do Pico
The places in and around Lajes do Pico, 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.
- Museu dos Baleeiros (Lajes, Azores)Cultural heritage monument in Lajes do Pico, Azores, Portugal2 m
- Corre AguaMountain in Portugal9.8 km
- Church of São João BaptistaChurch building in Azores, Portugal7.5 km
- LombaMountain in Portugal12 km
- Windmill of São João (Lajes do Pico)Cultural heritage monument in Lajes do Pico, Azores, Portugal6.3 km
- Museo de la Industria BalleneraBuilding in Azores, Portugal16 km
- Topo VolcanoInactive shield volcano on Pico Island, Azores3.6 km
- Baía de CanasBay11 km
- Cabeços do FogoVolcano6.1 km
- List of volcanoes in PortugalWikimedia list article8.4 km
- Czar WineryWinery16 km
- Miradouro de São Miguel ArcanjoNature12 km
- Pico GeraldoMountain in Portugal1.8 km
- Piscina NaturalHot spring bath695 m
- Reserva Florestal de Recreio da PrainhaProtected area10 km
- Reserva Florestal dos Mistérios de São JoãoProtected area9.7 km
- Zona Balnear das ArinhasHot spring bath6.8 km
- Zona de Banhos da Poça BrancaHot spring bath10.0 km
When to go to Lajes do Pico
The best time to visit Lajes do Pico 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
- FebPossible10:34
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time13:00
- MayBest time14:05
- JunBest time14:40
- JulBest time14:26
- AugBest time13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:52
- DecPossible9:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. In April, 18 of the 18 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 Lajes do Pico
The nearest main airport is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC, Funchal), 1,218 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
- Horta, Azores54 places37 km
- Angra do Heroísmo35 places95 km
- Ginetes12 places218 km
- Ponta Delgada46 places238 km
- Lomba da Fazenda - Vila do Nordeste14 places279 km
- Fajã Grande20 places286 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lajes do Pico?
The best known: Museu dos Baleeiros (Lajes, Azores), Corre Agua, Church of São João Baptista, Lomba, Windmill of São João (Lajes do Pico). In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lajes do Pico?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20.
How do you get to Lajes do Pico?
The nearest main airport is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC), 1,218 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lajes do Pico as the destination and these 18 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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