3-Day Portugal Weekend Getaway in Ponta Delgada

Your exciting weekend getaway in Portugal begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Ponta Delgada, your home for 2 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Travelers visiting Ponta Delgada can stay at amazing luxury stays like Pedras do Mar Resort & Spa. This 5-star hotel treats guests and visitors with care and respect at all times. Considered one of the best hotels in the area, Pedras do Mar Resort & Spa enjoys an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 966 guests.

VIP Executive Azores Hotel is one of the best places to relax after a day of exploring Ponta Delgada. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 2,882 guests, making it one of the best 4-star hotels in Portugal.

Alternatively, you can stay at a hotel like Hotel Alcides in Ponta Delgada that offers value-for-money accommodation options. Around 1,480 guests have reviewed this 3-star hotel, giving it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

You'll have plenty of choices to make the most of your stay.

Ponta Delgada has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Portugal. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Ponta Delgada to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Portas da Cidade de Ponta Delgada. This attraction is a spectacular city gate with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Ponta Delgada, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Rotas da Ilha Verde. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Ponta Delgada is Louvre Michaelense Bar Bistro Mercearia. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,678 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, Sunset Beach - Restaurante & Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,279 customers.

A weekend getaway in Portugal isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Ponta Delgada. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Ta Gente, which has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 844 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 3-day weekend getaway in Portugal!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Portugal, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Ponta Delgada. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Ponta Delgada!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Plantação de Ananás dos Açores. This outstanding must-see tourist destination and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 from 5,403 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Plantação de Ananás dos Açores is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Jardim Botânico José do Canto. Approximately 1,489 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing fort, Fort Saint Blaise. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,582 visitors.

The top-rated Jardim Botânico António Borges, an outstanding must-see tourist destination, is one place you should visit while in Ponta Delgada considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,383 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Gruta do Carvão - Monumento Natural. This popular site is rated 4.3 stars out of 5 by around 2,428 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Portugal. Check out all the tours Ponta Delgada offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Portugal can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Ponta Delgada.

Ta Gente offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Lava Jazz. One of the best bars in the city, Lava Jazz has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 279 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Cantinho dos Anjos is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,286 bar-goers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Ponta Delgada. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Portugal!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Portugal is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Ponta Delgada. Day 3 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Portugal.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Portugal, the popular Mercado da Graça is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Ponta Delgada.

Before leaving Ponta Delgada, fill yourself with delicious food from Apito Dourado for a final memorable meal to cap your weekend getaway in Portugal. This popular restaurant offers a whole menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 304 customers.

We also recommend Ned Kelly’s Irish Pub & Grill for your last chance at an unforgettable food and dining experience in Ponta Delgada. Ned Kelly’s Irish Pub & Grill has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 235 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Portugal and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Portugal!