Terceira island - all beaches

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About Terceira island

Sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Terceira island. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

Terceira island Best beaches

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Zona Balnear da Prainha
Zona Balnear da Prainha
Zona Balnear da Prainha

Zona Balnear da Prainha

Se 0.4 km
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
3.1 Amenities index
Praia da Riviera
Praia da Riviera
Praia da Riviera
Good for Relax

Praia da Riviera

Belo Jardim 1 km
Very good
8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
3.7 Amenities index
Praia Grande
Praia Grande
Praia Grande
Good for Relax

Praia Grande

Praia da Vitoria 0.1 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.1 Amenities index
Zona Balnear da Silveira
Zona Balnear da Silveira
Zona Balnear da Silveira

Zona Balnear da Silveira

Sao Pedro 0.5 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Rocks cover • Very crowded • Rocks bottom
6.2 Amenities index
Praia da Vitoria
Praia da Vitoria
Praia da Vitoria
Good for Relax

Praia da Vitoria

Praia da Vitoria 0.4 km
Good
7.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.1 Amenities index
Praia da Salga
Praia da Salga
Praia da Salga
Camping

Praia da Salga

Salga 0.1 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Concrete cover • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
4.2 Amenities index
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Popular types of Terceira island beaches

Uncrowded
Uncrowded
Rocks
Rocks
Long beaches
Long beaches
Wild
Wild
Good for Relax
Good for Relax
Sup-surfing
Sup-surfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 9 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Terceira island.

Sandy beaches in Terceira island

Zona Balnear da Prainha

Zona Balnear da Prainha
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Se 0.4 km
Praia da Riviera

Praia da Riviera
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Belo Jardim 1 km
Praia Grande

Praia Grande
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Praia da Vitoria 0.1 km
Praia da Vitoria

Praia da Vitoria
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Praia da Vitoria 0.4 km
Praia Sargentos

Praia Sargentos
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Portugal, Praia da Vitoria (Santa Cruz) 0.5 km
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The best beaches in small bays in Terceira island

Zona Balnear da Prainha

Zona Balnear da Prainha
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Se 0.4 km
Zona Balnear da Silveira

Zona Balnear da Silveira
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Portugal, Sao Pedro 0.5 km
Praia da Salga

Praia da Salga
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Salga 0.1 km
Praia Sargentos

Praia Sargentos
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Portugal, Praia da Vitoria (Santa Cruz) 0.5 km
Praia dos Salgueiros

Praia dos Salgueiros
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water, Concrete bottom
Portugal, Ribeira Seca de Baixo 0.4 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Terceira island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly wide, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of gray color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 4.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Terceira island is less than 500 meters. 9 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Terceira island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Terceira island's beaches

Zona Balnear da Prainha
10 Ezzeddine Mohamad

The beach located in the heart of the town is fantastic. It's conveniently situated within walking distance from most hotels in the vicinity. However, the sand was a bit too hot and not as clean as the sand in Southern California. Despite that, the water was incredibly refreshing, but one must be cautious of jellyfish. I found my daughter playing with one on the beach, and I'm grateful she didn't get stung. Nevertheless, this beautiful area is a must-visit spot.

Praia da Riviera
10 Lina Kao

Beautiful

Praia Grande
8 Nuri Emre Sancak

This stunning beach has a plethora of beach sport facilities and a charming walking path that leads to a quaint harbor. Additionally, there are numerous gift shops, restaurants, and ice cream parlors in close proximity to the beach. The harbor is lovingly protected by the 'Imaculado Coracao de Maria' atop a nearby hill.

Zona Balnear da Silveira
10 Luisa Silva Rodrigues

This beach is perfect for swimming, with almost no waves, making it suitable for children. You can also spot some fish near the rocks, and some people even jump off the wall into the sea. It's a popular spot for locals, too.

Praia da Vitoria
10 Ryana Kaelin

Awesome place"

Piscina Natural do Refugo
10 Nirah Kimi

The Piscina was absolutely charming and the scenery was breathtaking! 😍 I would have loved to go for a swim if the weather had been a bit warmer.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 8 beaches in the island, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 22.9°C and water up to 23.6°C. The coldest month is March - air temperature drops to 15.7°C and water to 16.3°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Terceira island? In total there are 9 beaches and the most popular is Zona Balnear da Prainha.

Most viewed beaches of Terceira island

Piscina Natural do Refugo

Piscina Natural do Refugo
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Refugo 0.4 km
Zona Balnear da Prainha

Zona Balnear da Prainha
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Se 0.4 km
Praia da Riviera

Praia da Riviera
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Belo Jardim 1 km
Zona Balnear da Silveira

Zona Balnear da Silveira
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Portugal, Sao Pedro 0.5 km
Praia da Vitoria

Praia da Vitoria
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Praia da Vitoria 0.4 km
Praia Sargentos

Praia Sargentos
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Portugal, Praia da Vitoria (Santa Cruz) 0.5 km
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