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National GeographicSep 3, 2026

Taste the Spirit of the Azores on a Food Tour of its Islands

Isolation has long demanded resourcefulness in the Azores. Across these far-flung Atlantic islands, generations of farmers, fisherfolk and winemakers have transformed maritime trade, local know-how ...

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  • Espaço TalassaAttractionRIB whale-watching safari operator.
  • Azores Wine CompanyPlaceWinery opened in 2021 with a restaurant and rooms.
  • LatitudeRestaurantOffers 10-course tasting menus paired with vineyard wines.
  • Elsewhere
  • Os AmigosRestaurantSão Jorge, PortugalLocal institution serving limpets for over four decades.
  • Café NunesRestaurantVimes, PortugalHarvests Arabica coffee from ocean-level orchards.
  • GorreanaPlaceSão Miguel, Portugal1883-founded tea plantation using century-old machinery.
  • Banhos FérreosRestaurantFurnas, PortugalServes cozido das furnas in a former thermal bathing hall.
  • Dos Lourais Dairy CooperativePlaceSão Jorge, Portugal
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Lonely PlanetJul 9

How to get the most out of the Azores without renting a car

It’s hard but not impossible to explore this Atlantic archipelago without renting a car. Here’s your detailed guide.

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  • Mt PicoSightPortugal's highest peak.
  • Elsewhere
  • Santa MariaSightAzores, PortugalIsland known for sun, sea, sand, and strolls.
  • LajesMuseumTerceira, PortugalTown on Terceira island.
  • CapelinhosSightFaial, PortugalLandscape formed from a 1957 eruption.
  • CorvoSightAzores, PortugalTiny island easily explored on foot.
  • Bolo lêvedoRestaurantAzores, PortugalSlightly sweet muffin-like bread.
  • Queijo São JorgeRestaurantSão Jorge, PortugalFamous cheese from São Jorge island.
  • Cristiano LimitadaPlaceSão Miguel, Portugal
  • Auto Viação MicaelensePlaceSão Miguel, Portugal
  • VarelaPlaceSão Miguel, Portugal
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