Ribeira Grande Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Ribeira Grande

Hotel Verde Mar & SPA
Clean hotel - excellent staff- amazing spa and the smell of the hotel is so fresh! Great ocean view, walking distance to shops and restaurants and the town square
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort
One of the best resorts we have ever stayed…if you are looking for a place to disconnect from the world, reconnect with nature & recharge your batteries, look no further. We can’t wait to go back.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Quinta de Santana
Very friendly staff, great to have parking
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Quinta de Santana
Very friendly staff, great to have parking
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Pico do Refúgio
Great location, stunning hotel grounds, warm hospitality and delicious breakfast. Amazing place overall.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Quinta do Passo
Location was great, town was very walkable with very good restaurants near by. Super easy to get to all areas of the island from this spot.
Reviewed on 13 May 2025
Popular places to visit

Lagoa do Fogo
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa do Fogo during your travels in Matriz. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Caldeira Velha
Explore the great outdoors at Caldeira Velha, a lovely green space in Conceição. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Batalha Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Calhetas at Batalha Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Monte Verde Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monte Verde Beach during your trip to Conceição?

Caldeira Velha Natural Monument
Explore the great outdoors at Caldeira Velha Natural Monument, a lovely green space in Ribeira Grande. Wander the gardens and seaside in the area.
Santa Bárbara Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Bárbara Beach during your trip to Ribeira Seca?
Things to do

Adventure in the Furnas, with volcanoes, lagoons and tea plantations

São Miguel East: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch

From Ponta Delgada: Lagoa do Fogo & Hot Springs Day Trip



