Map of the Azores Islands, Portugal

Discover the nine volcanic islands of the Azores with our interactive map featuring crater lakes, hot springs, and natural wonders.

About the Azores

The Azores is a Portuguese archipelago composed of nine volcanic islands situated in the Atlantic Ocean, roughly 1,500 km west of Lisbon. Known for dramatic volcanic landscapes, crater lakes, hot springs, and some of the world's best whale watching, the Azores offer an unspoiled natural paradise.

9 Islands
~250K Population
2,351m Mt. Pico Height
20+ Whale Species

The Nine Islands

The Azores are divided into three groups:

Eastern Group

  • São Miguel - Largest island, home to Ponta Delgada and famous Sete Cidades crater lake
  • Santa Maria - Warmest island with beautiful beaches

Central Group

  • Terceira - UNESCO World Heritage city of Angra do Heroísmo
  • Pico - Portugal's highest mountain and UNESCO vineyards
  • Faial - "Blue Island" with Capelinhos volcano
  • São Jorge - Long narrow island famous for cheese
  • Graciosa - Peaceful island with sulfur cave

Western Group

  • Flores - UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with waterfalls
  • Corvo - Smallest island with volcanic caldera

Top Attractions

Sete Cidades

Twin crater lakes (one blue, one green) on São Miguel.

Mount Pico

Portugal's highest peak at 2,351m on Pico Island.

Furnas

Geothermal valley with hot springs and cozido stew cooked underground.

Whale Watching

World-class cetacean watching with over 20 species.

Angra do Heroísmo

UNESCO World Heritage historic city on Terceira.

Lagoa do Fogo

Fire Lake - stunning crater lake on São Miguel.

Getting to the Azores

The main airport is Ponta Delgada (PDL) on São Miguel, with direct flights from mainland Portugal, other European cities, and North America. Inter-island flights and ferries connect the nine islands.