São Jorge

São Jorge

Pick up your car at São Jorge Airport or another available location on the island. Book in advance and find the category that best suits exploring São Jorge with complete flexibility.

Why rent a car in São Jorge

Long and narrow, São Jorge stands out for its fajãs, scenic roads and viewpoints spread along the island. Since the main points of interest are far apart, a car lets you explore every route with greater freedom and make the most of your time during your stay.

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Pick-up points in São Jorge

Check the pick-up and drop-off points available in São Jorge, including São Jorge Airport and other locations on the island. Check opening hours, contact details and services before booking your car.

Aeroportos

SAO JORGE-Airport

AddressAEROPORTO DE SAO JORGE

Phone+351 295240940

Emailrentivsaojorge@illhaverde.com

Gares/Portos

SAO JORGE-Gare-Pier

AddressGARE MARITIMA DO PORTO DAS VELAS

Phone+351 295432141

Emailrentivsaojorge@illhaverde.com

Cidade

SAO JORGE-Velas Village

AddressLARGO DR. JOAO PEREIRA, 21

Phone+351 295432141

Emailrentivsaojorge@illhaverde.com

What to discover in São Jorge

Velas

The island’s main urban centre, known for its seafront, port and proximity to several natural points of interest.

Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo

One of the Azores’ most iconic landscapes, known for its lagoon, hiking trails and surfing.

Fajã dos Cubres

One of São Jorge’s most visited fajãs, where the peaceful landscape and lagoon create one of the island’s most characteristic settings.

Fajã dos Cubres Viewpoint

One of the best places to appreciate the island’s scale and the relationship between its cliffs, fajãs and ocean.

Sete Fontes Forest Park

A natural area ideal for enjoying endemic vegetation and several walking trails in the interior of the island.

Driving in São Jorge

São Jorge stretches along a narrow strip of land, with a main road connecting its different towns. Some access roads to the fajãs have steep slopes and more demanding bends, so adapt your driving to the route and weather conditions.

What type of car do we recommend?

For exploring São Jorge in comfort, an SUV or crossover is an excellent option, especially if you want to visit several fajãs and drive around the whole island. A compact car is well suited to the main journeys, while a family car offers more space for groups or trips with extra luggage.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where can I pick up a car in São Jorge?

Ilha Verde offers pick-up and drop-off points in São Jorge, including São Jorge Airport and other available locations on the island. During the booking process, you can check the available locations and choose the most convenient option.

Can I pick up the car at São Jorge Airport?

Yes. São Jorge Airport is one of Ilha Verde’s main pick-up and drop-off points on the island. Location availability is shown during the booking process.

Is it worth renting a car in São Jorge?

Yes. São Jorge has a long, narrow geography, with its main points of interest spread between different towns and fajãs. A car lets you explore the island with greater flexibility and make the most of your time during your stay.

What type of car is recommended for São Jorge?

For exploring São Jorge in comfort, an SUV or crossover is an excellent option, especially if you want to visit several fajãs and drive around the whole island. A compact car is well suited to the main journeys, while a family car offers more space for groups or trips with extra luggage.

Which places should not be missed in São Jorge?

Do not miss Velas, the Caldeira de Santo Cristo and Cubres fajãs, the coastal viewpoints and Sete Fontes Forest Park.

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