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A rental car is the best means to explore Ponta Delgada, but driving around Ponta Delgada can be quite a task especially if you are visiting the city for the first time. To help you avoid unnecessary hassle, below are some tips on getting around Ponta Delgada:
The speed limit within Ponta Delgada built up areas is 31 miles/hour and on the more open non built up areas is 50 miles/hour.
Most tourist guesthouses and resorts offer a safe parking facility for guests. The airport is also a good place to park your car especially for longer durations.
From 10:00 am to 11:00 am and 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm are the prime rush hours, try and avoid the downtown area during these hours.
If you wish to see the neighboring areas of Ponta Delgada, Furnas is one of the top places that might interest you. It is known for its natural hot springs, fumaroles and many geysers scattered all over the village. You can also pay a visit to the Gorreana Tea Factory.
The second most popular destination near Ponta Delgada is Lagoa do Fogo. The drive offers breathtaking views of beautiful vistas along the Atlantic. Impressive volcanic landscapes, scenic beaches and a lush nature reserve, make Lagoa a true nature lovers paradise.