Santa Cruz das Flores
The island's small capital, of whitewashed houses, on the east coast beside the airport.
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Santa Cruz das Flores: airports, things to do and where to stay
Santa Cruz das Flores is the small capital of Flores island, at the western edge of the Azores. The island, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, is known for its waterfalls, crater lakes and hydrangeas, and is a destination for hiking and nature.
Santa Cruz das Flores airports
From the airport to central Santa Cruz das Flores
Flores airport is about 0 km from central Santa Cruz das Flores.
Taxi
Taxis are available at the airport. Santa Cruz das Flores lies right beside the runway, a few minutes by car.
Santa Cruz das Flores
Things to do in Santa Cruz das Flores
Poço do Bacalhau
A waterfall dropping into a pool on the west coast, near Fajã Grande, reached by a short trail.
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Fajã Grande
A village on the west coast, beneath green cliffs, the starting point for several trails and waterfalls.
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Lagoa Funda e Lagoa Rasa
Two crater lakes in the island's interior, among green pastures and slopes, seen from viewpoints.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Santa Cruz das Flores?
Santa Cruz das Flores is served by Flores (FLW).
How far is the airport from central Santa Cruz das Flores?
Flores airport is about 0 km from central Santa Cruz das Flores.
How do I get from the airport to central Santa Cruz das Flores?
From Flores airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Santa Cruz das Flores?
Highlights of Santa Cruz das Flores include Santa Cruz das Flores, Poço do Bacalhau, Fajã Grande, and Lagoa Funda e Lagoa Rasa.
Photo credits
- Santa Cruz das Flores: Hipersyl, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Poço do Bacalhau: Jorge Paulo Jesus Correia, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Fajã Grande: Dreizung, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lagoa Funda e Lagoa Rasa: Luisa Madruga, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons