If you want to get around São Jorge, you really need to rent a car. That's true of most of the islands in The Azores, but it's especially true of São Jorge. Most of the car rental companies are based in and around Velas.
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If you want to get around São Jorge, you really need to rent a car. That's true of most of the islands in The Azores, but it's especially true of São Jorge. Most of the car rental companies are based in and around Velas.
The City of Velas in S?o Jorge Island, AzoresThe historical center of the city of Velas, the main of the island, is picturesque and quiet and there's a clear view to Mount Pico whenever you look to the sea.
A typical visit lasts for 1h-1h30 and there is a variety of sights once inside. This includes the viewpoints, the castle's battlements, a camera obscura, the museum and the numerous hidden paths.
Entrance to the castle is paid: ticket price includes free guided tours in English, Spanish and Portuguese that take place several times a day, but you can also visit the castle independently.