Forte de São Brás
Located in Vila do Porto, it is believed that its construction took place around the 17th century. Its main purpose was to protect the island from attacks and lootings by French, English and even Barbary pirates and privateers.
Baía de São Lourenço Natural Reserve
It is a seaside resort with a beach and a natural swimming pool, located at the bottom of a wonderful slope, where you can admire the vines that produce the famous São Lourenço wine.
Santa Maria Museum
Located in the center of the Santo Espírito parish, this museum is set up in an old rural house from the 20th century. Here, there are expositions of furniture and utensils of a typical Santa Maria home.
Ribeira do Maloás
Also known as “Calçada dos Gigantes”, this creek is located in Malbusca, in the Santo Epírito parish. It has a waterfall 20 meters high and its formation was the result of the contact between sea water and molten lava.
Praia Formosa
A magnificent white sand beach that is a contrast to the rest of the Azorean beaches which are dark sand beaches due to the decomposition of basalt rock. These waters have an alluring temperature that are just right for a relaxing swim and also to practice sea sports, like surfing.
Cascata do Aveiro
Located in Maia, on the east coast of the Santa Maria Island, this imposing waterfall is over a 100 meters tall. It has two ponds along its stream descent.
Poço da Pedreira
A rain originated lake, situated on a quarry. A beautiful place where human activity and nature combine to produce an amazing sight.
