Horta: The Glamorous Seaport in the World
Horta is a coastal town located on the east coast on the island of Faial in Azores. Horta, Portugal provides a primary harbor for a lot of yachts from different countries on their expeditions. Horta is also famous for several global sailing events held annually and an entry point for offshore fishing trips, looking at dolphins and whale touring and snorkelling activities.
Best Time to Visit
Horta is a town that experiences warm temperatures and the most active month for tourism in Horta is in January succeeded by February and October. During these months costs for hotels and flights are a bit pricy but you can save if you purchase ahead of time. The least month for travel is in November. Tourists will enjoy festivals on summer months (June to August) and popular festivals include Montanha Pico Festival, Carnaval, Azores Fringe Festival and more.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Horta being the glamorous seaport in the world boast tourist attractions that every tourist will surely enjoy. Capelinhos is an attraction in Faial with a lighthouse and visitor center on the cliff of the volcano. Fort of Santa Cruz cited as the Castelo de Santa Cruz is the historic center of Horta that served as a military base in the 16th century. You can take a casual walk in Horta Historic Center and encounter the realness of the island city. Tourists can take the rest of the day with the finest Horta, Portugal hotels that provides amenities and nearby tourist attractions like the 4-star Hotel Horta, or the stunning Pousada Forte da Horta or at Azoris Faial Garden – Resort Hotel.