Portas da Cidade
Three 18th-century arches of basalt and limestone, the city's symbol, beside the harbour.
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Ponta Delgada: airports, things to do and where to stay
Ponta Delgada is the largest city in the Azores, on the island of São Miguel. Its centre of black basalt and white stone, its harbour and its relaxed feel make it the starting point for the island's lakes and volcanoes.
Ponta Delgada airports
From the airport to central Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II airport is about 2 km from central Ponta Delgada.
Taxi
Official rank outside the terminal; taxis are metered. Central Ponta Delgada is about 10 min away.
Autocarros urbanos
City and island buses from Ponta Delgada. They run less often than taxis, so check timetables before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Ponta Delgada?
Ponta Delgada is served by Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II (PDL).
How far is the airport from central Ponta Delgada?
Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II airport is about 2 km from central Ponta Delgada.
How do I get from the airport to central Ponta Delgada?
From Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II airport you can take Taxi and Autocarros urbanos (bus). Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Ponta Delgada?
Highlights of Ponta Delgada include Portas da Cidade, Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião, Forte de São Brás, and Marina de Ponta Delgada.
Photo credits
- Portas da Cidade: Robert Cutts from Bristol, England, UK, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião: Concierge.2C, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Forte de São Brás: NunoSalgueiro96, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Marina de Ponta Delgada: Created by: Portuguese_eyes,uUpload by: User:Rei-artur, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons