Madalena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

If you are traveling to the Açores (Azores), I highly recommend a stop on Pico Island. The unique landscape of volcanic rock, historical vineyards, and Mount Pico jutting out of the center of the island are breathtaking. You can stay on the island, or if you prefer, you can stay in Horta on Faial Island and take the ferry across for the day. Here, we captured the pinks of the sunset reflecting on Mount Pico as we pulled out of the ferry station in Madalena, headed back to Horta. #InStone #VolcanicRock #MountPico #Azores
If you are traveling to the Açores (Azores), I highly recommend a stop on Pico Island. The unique landscape of volcanic rock, historical vineyards, and Mount Pico jutting out of the center of the island are breathtaking. You can stay on the island, or if you prefer, you can stay in Horta on Faial Island and take the ferry across for the day. Here, we captured the pinks of the sunset reflecting on Mount Pico as we pulled out of the ferry station in Madalena, headed back to Horta. #InStone #VolcanicRock #MountPico #Azores
This is a photo of the Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyards UNESCO World Heritage site. Here and in a few other areas of the island, you’ll see the land divided up into small rectangular plots by piles of black basalt (volcanic rock formed by lava), a centuries-old practice. These walls protect the vines from the strong ocean winds and salt water spray as well as warm the grapes. Vineyards literally #InStone . #volcanic #PicoIsland #Azores #historicvineyards
Hiking through hardened lava flow to reach the peak of the volcano. Feeling the warmth from the volcano and getting views like you're on top of the world!
Just south of Madalena on Pico Island is the Criação Velha wine region. We turned off the main road onto a narrow road with dry basalt stone walls guarding vines on either side. It led out to the coastline where old lava patches meet the ocean and overlook Faial Island. The late afternoon sun rays made the landscape glisten and I had a strong urge to work on a (my own?!) vineyard here some day. Similar to a few other areas of the island, the land is divided up into small rectangular plots by piles of volcanic rock (basalt). It's a centuries-old practice to protect the vines from the strong ocean winds and salt water spray as well as warm the grapes. Vineyards literally #InStone . #volcanic #PicoIsland #Azores #vineyards

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Pico TERRAMAR & SPA

Pico TERRAMAR & SPA

3 out of 5
Rua Dr. Manuel de Arriaga Areia Larga Madalena Azores
The price is AU$233 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$233
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madalena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Adega do Vulcão and Pico Island Vineyard Culture are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Staff were great. I arrived early from my flight & they quickly got my room ready so I could unoack & relax. Meal was excellent.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Pico TERRAMAR & SPA
Pico Vineyards

Pico Vineyards

4 out of 5
Rua da Igreja - ER 1 2 Madalena Azores
The price is AU$242 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$242
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madalena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Azores Wine Company and Museu do Vinho ...
Pico Vineyards
Vinhas do Calhau

Vinhas do Calhau

4 out of 5
Porto do Calhau 42 Madalena Madalena
The price is AU$168 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$168
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Madalena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Pico Island Vineyard Culture and Gruta ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
The staff were super friendly and very helpful. The property is truly amazing.

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Vinhas do Calhau
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Aldeia dos Caldeirões

Aldeia dos Caldeirões

3 out of 5
Rua dos Caldeirões, Relvas Madalena Açores
Stay at this villa in Madalena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Gruta das Torres and Mount Pico are located nearby.
Aldeia dos Caldeirões
Pico Terrace

Pico Terrace

3 out of 5
Cabeço das Casas Madalena Açores
Stay at this villa in Madalena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Gruta das Torres and Pico Island Vineyard Culture are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Charming spot
We had a good time in this comfortable place.

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Pico Terrace
Calm and rest combined with well-being with great views of the mountain and sea

Calm and rest combined with well-being with great views of the mountain and sea

Madalena Azores
Stay at this apartment in Madalena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Mount Pico and São João Forest Reserve are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Loved the community and the family was very kind and accommodating. Pico Island is amazing.Fresh food, Sunshine, fresh air, fun outdoor activities kept us hopping!

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Calm and rest combined with well-being with great views of the mountain and sea
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Popular places to visit

Hiking through hardened lava flow to reach the peak of the volcano. Feeling the warmth from the volcano and getting views like you're on top of the world!

Mount Pico

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Pico during your travels in São Caetano. Discover the area's mountain views and sunrises.

Mount Pico

Pico Island Vineyard Culture

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Pico Island Vineyard Culture during your travels to Criação Velha. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Pico Island Vineyard Culture

Gruta das Torres

Explore the great outdoors at Gruta das Torres, a lovely green space in Criação Velha. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Gruta das Torres

Azores Wine Company

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Azores Wine Company during your travels to Bandeiras.

Azores Wine Company

Museu do Vinho

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museu do Vinho during your travels in Madalena. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Museu do Vinho

Adega do Vulcão

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Adega do Vulcão during your travels to Madalena. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Adega do Vulcão

Activities

Horta: Whale and Dolphin Watching Expedition

Horta: University Startup Whale and Dolphin RIB Boat Trip

AU$144
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Horta: University Startup Whale and Dolphin RIB Boat Trip
Faial

Private half a day Faial, a first impression

AU$100
per adult
Private half a day Faial, a first impression
The Crater and Piquinho Peak - 2351meters

Pico Mountain: Climb the Highest Point of Portugal 2351m

AU$125
per adult
Pico Mountain: Climb the Highest Point of Portugal 2351m
From Madalena: Pico Volcanoes and Lakes Guided Day Tour

From Madalena: Pico Volcanoes and Lakes Guided Day Tour

AU$150
per adult
From Madalena: Pico Volcanoes and Lakes Guided Day Tour
Faial

Full-Day Private Tour of Faial

AU$167
per adult
Full-Day Private Tour of Faial
Banana Plantation

Private full day Faial, life on the island

AU$184
per adult
Private full day Faial, life on the island
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