Garden, Lookout, Hiking trail, Mill

Traditional wine-growing on the lava fields has a long and distinguished history on the island of Pico. The largest areas, with plenty of walking trails, can be found on the western tip of the island, around the town of Criação Velha. [btn "The 10 best places to stay on Pico" https://www.booking.com/region/pt/ilha-do-pico.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pico-criacao] Walking through the vineyards and along the coast Vineyards bordered by tens…

City

The largest town on the island of Pico is called Madalena and is situated on its west coast. It is the natural administrative, shopping and tourist centre of the whole island. Madalena is a lovely town for short walks through its compact centre or along the pretty coastal footpath, for swimming in natural seawater pools, and for accommodation, should you prefer towns with all the necessary facilities. [btn "Book accommodation in Madalena"…

Mill, City

Lajes is the second-largest town on the island of Pico and a popular tourist destination, as well as one of the departure points for whale-watching cruises. The small town lies on the south coast beneath steep mountain slopes and also serves as the commercial and administrative centre of the eastern half of the island, offering a wide range of services. [btn "Book accommodation in Lajes" https://www.booking.com/city/pt/lajes-do-pico.en-gb.html…

Village, Cliff, Lookout

The small village of Cachorro, near the airport, attracts visitors with its beautiful views over jagged lava cliffs and its peaceful atmosphere, featuring typical Azorean architecture. [btn "The 10 best places to stay on Pico" https://www.booking.com/region/pt/ilha-do-pico.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pico-cachorro] Take a stroll through the village in under 10 minutes and enjoy views of the stormy Atlantic Ocean from three beautiful vantage…

Museum, Village

The village of Lajido lies in one of the centres of the unique lava wine-growing region on the island of Pico. Visit the visitor centre, take a stroll along the lovely promenade, discover traditional Azorean architecture and, weather permitting, take a dip in the natural sea pools. [btn "The 10 best places to stay on Pico" https://www.booking.com/region/pt/ilha-do-pico.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pico-lajido] Centro de Interpretação da…

Lighthouse, Cape

The easternmost headland of Pico Island is graced by the beautiful “Farol do Ponta da Ilha” lighthouse and a coastal walking trail that winds through lava fields resembling a lunar landscape. [btn "The 10 best places to stay on Pico" https://www.booking.com/region/pt/ilha-do-pico.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-pico-ponta-ilha] Turn off the main road towards the village of Manhenha, drive through to the end of the village and park your car at…