Vista do Rei Viewpoint – Sete Cidades

It is called Vista do Rei Viewpoint, located in Sete Cidades – Ponta Delgada Municipality – on the Island of São Miguel. This is one of the most popular viewpoints sought after by tourists, offering a privileged view of the beautiful Sete Cidades Lagoon.

“Vista do Rei Viewpoint” is named after the visit of King D. Carlos I and Queen D. Amélia on July 6, 1901, during their royal visit to the island of São Miguel.

Miradouro da Vista do Rei – Vista aérea
Fotografia de ByAçores

It is not always possible to see the Sete Cidades Lagoon and the parish of Sete Cidades, as this area often experiences heavy fog. We recommend checking the real-time weather through SpotAzores before heading to this viewpoint.

Hotel Monte Palace

Hotel Monte Palace
Fotografia de Daniel Santos

Next to the Vista do Rei Viewpoint, you will find a building – currently abandoned – where a hotel once operated. The Monte Palace Hotel was open for only one year (from 1989 until the end of …). If you’re curious to know more about this hotel and the reason for its closure/abandonment, you can also find photos of before and after here.

Location on the Map

Vista do Rei Walking Trail

This viewpoint is the starting point for the PR3SMI Vista do Rei Trail, which takes you to the parish of Sete Cidades. It has an approximate duration of 2 hours and is considered easy difficulty. You can find more details about this walking trail here.

Photos of Vista do Rei Viewpoint

Lagoa das Sete Cidades
Fotografia de Rodrigo Pereira Aguiar

Lagoa das Sete Cidades
Fotografia de Procopio Dutra

Lagoa da Sete Cidades
Fotografia de Paula Jacob

Lagoa das Sete Cidades
Fotografia de Ruma Photography

Lagoa das Sete Cidades (Lagoa Azul e Verde)
Fotografia de Bruno Sousa

Lagoa Verde e Azul, Sete Cidades
Fotografia de Eduardo Miranda

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This is a must-visit location during your stay on the Island of São Miguel. Also, see these points of interest to visit in São Miguel.