What is the currency?
The currency in the Azores is the Euro (EUR), symbolised by €.
What is the time zone?
The Azores operate on Azores Time (AZOT), which is GMT-1, and Azores Summer Time (AZOST) during daylight saving, GMT.
What is the weather like?
The Azores enjoy a mild Atlantic climate with pleasant temperatures year-round. Summers average around 24°C, while winters are typically around 16°C.
Top things to see & do
Visit the stunning crater lakes of Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo, relax in the geothermal hot springs of Furnas, watch whales and dolphins in the Atlantic waters, and take in panoramic island views from dramatic coastal viewpoints.
Top local cuisine to try
Try Cozido das Furnas, a traditional stew slow-cooked underground using volcanic heat; sample fresh Atlantic seafood like grilled limpets and tuna; and enjoy sweet treats such as Queijadas, the Azores’ famous custard pastries.