Terceira Island Walking Tour: Discover Historical Angra do Heroísmo

Embark on a walking tour of Terceira Island’s historical Angra do Heroísmo. Discover the city’s evolution from the 15th century to the present day through the eyes of a passionate geologist.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rua do Pisăo 114 - We will take a walking tour lasting approximately three hours, starting at the monument to D. Pedro IV and ending in the old square. During the walking tour, historical and urban aspects will be covered while we go up and down several cobbled streets. We will have the opportunity to visit monuments such as the church of mercy, cathedral, palace of the general captains and town hall.
What's Included
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Tickets to monuments
Additional Information

Terceira is a distinct island within the Azores chain. Its historical narrative is etched by voyagers, pirates, military leaders, kings, and princesses. Its growth was enabled by the exceptional natural offerings it provided for boats on numerous trade routes during the 16th century.
The guided walk is designed to introduce Angra do Heroísmo as a major…

Location
Rua do Pisăo 114
Rua do Pisăo
Meeting point at the monument to D. Pedro IV
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Barbara_d
Nov 26, 2025
Ricardo is very kind and... - Ricardo is very kind and knowledgeable. We started at a viewpoint at the top of the city where he gave us a very good overview of Angra ( literally). And progressed down into town pointing out many important/ interesting buildings while narrating the historical and cultural context. I would like to take a longer tour off the island someday.
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Bp1121958
Sep 25, 2025
Historical tour with a geologist. - Ricardo was a very knowledgeable guide. He shared a relaxed vibe, and he didn't rush us . There was plenty of time to ask questions. It was a historical tour and we enjoyed very much the anecdotes about this city and its colorful citizens. This tour gave us a richer experience of the Azores.
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Josogil
Sep 25, 2025
Wonderful time, Learned a lot! - We had a wonderful morning walking around the city with Ricardo! He obviously loves the Azores and his city! He was very knowledgeable and tied information together making it easy to understand. It was a relaxing learning experience. He also provided us recommendations for places to eat and go! We had a great time and you will too!
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Nataliya_b
Sep 18, 2025
Amazing tour with Ricardo - One of the best tours we’ve ever had. Ricardo is very knowledgeable and passionate about history of Terceira. This tour took around three hours and we learned so much! Ricardo is very accommodating about our walking speed, we even had a short break at local cafe to relax. We highly recommend this tour when you’re in Terceira, you’ll see and learn a lot!
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P8028jfdeborahb
Sep 10, 2025
Great tour! - We had a great experience on our tour. It is a lovely city, and we enjoyed learning the history of Terceira and the Azores. Ricardo was very knowledgeable and interesting.
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Elizabeth_l
Aug 23, 2025
Ricardo was a great... - Ricardo was a great guide! Shared lots of great history and stories of the island. Could answer all our questions. Was a great way to spend a morning and explore Angra.
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Discoska
Jul 20, 2025
Fun fact! - Ricardo was a friendly and charming tour guide who led our small group around Angra. He told the stories of the city’s past in a way that was engaging. And fun fact! (A favorite saying of his) - he’s a geologist and knows a lot about the volcanic origins and tectonic shifts that have shaped this island city. We highly recommend him if you’re looking for someone to give you a snapshot of the important role Terciera and Angra have had on world history.
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Iandy1339dd
May 25, 2025
Relaxed and Very Informative - Wonderful Tour! - Ricardo was a fantastic guide. Very relaxed and very easy going. The tour was set at a gentle pace where you could appreciate the city and all it's rich history while Ricardo gave you all the information you could ask for. You could tell how much he appreciated Angra do Heroísmo and was excited to share everything about the city. The focus on having small groups made the tour much more personal. Would absolutely recommend to anyone!
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Janet_c
May 18, 2025
Great introduction to Angra - We enjoyed our walk with Ricardo very much. It’s a great introduction to the town and very informative.
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Sharon_h
May 13, 2025
Ricardo is the best - I give Ricardo 10 stars. It was an excellent tour and I learned so much about the history of Terceira and Angra. I had to rebook the time because of a conflict with another tour and Ricardo was extremely accommodating. I highly recommend this tour.
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).