Vila do Porto, Portugal
Vila do Porto: airports, things to do and where to stay
Vila do Porto is the capital of Santa Maria, the oldest and sunniest island in the Azores. Small and quiet, it has pale-sand beaches, terraced vineyards, red-clay landscapes and a harbour with a long history.
Vila do Porto airports
From the airport to central Vila do Porto
Santa Maria airport is about 4 km from central Vila do Porto.
Taxi
Official rank outside the terminal. The ride to Vila do Porto, the island's main town, is short.
Ferry São Miguel-Santa Maria
In summer, an Atlânticoline ferry runs between Ponta Delgada and Vila do Porto. It arrives at the port of Vila do Porto, not at the airport.
Vila do Porto
Things to do in Vila do Porto
Baía de São Lourenço
A nearly circular bay ringed by terraced vineyards, one of the island's most beautiful views.
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Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Vila do Porto?
Vila do Porto is served by Santa Maria (SMA).
How far is the airport from central Vila do Porto?
Santa Maria airport is about 4 km from central Vila do Porto.
How do I get from the airport to central Vila do Porto?
From Santa Maria airport you can take Taxi and Ferry São Miguel-Santa Maria (boat). Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Vila do Porto?
Highlights of Vila do Porto include Praia Formosa, Baía de São Lourenço, Barreiro da Faneca, and Forte de São Brás.
Photo credits
- Praia Formosa: Carlos Luis M C da Cruz, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Baía de São Lourenço: Dreizung, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Barreiro da Faneca: Dreizung, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Forte de São Brás: Carlos Luis M C da Cruz, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons