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Activity Horta, Portugal

Storytelling walk "Once upon a time...Horta"

4.9 (17 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Storytelling walk "Once upon a time...Horta"

About this activity

The History of Horta told like a story, along your steps, in the hidden corners and the old alleys of the city. A unique opportunity to discover the island off the beaten track.

Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours Walking Tours DSA non-compliant Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate
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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
French
Operated by
Faial en Français

Ages: Children (8–12 years) · Adults (13–77 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Your guide

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    10 min

    Beginning of the route, explanation of the origins of the city of Horta, from the arrival of the very first colonizers to their installation in the Flamengos valley.

  2. Stop 2

    10 min

    The old public clock in the city. Immerse yourself in the history of corsairs and piracy in the 16th century, and more particularly in the Azores and Horta.

  3. Mercado Municipal da Horta

    10 min

    Located next to one of the city's many ancient convents. Travelers will receive a bit of history here on what used to be the old city center and the life that reigned there then.

  4. Igreja Matriz do Santissimo Salvador

    10 min

    The old Jesuit college. Travelers will discover here the merchant and cosmopolitan Horta of the 17th century

  5. Stop 5

    10 min

    Discovery of the library garden, former private residence of an important merchant family, and life in Horta in the 18th century

  6. Stop 6

    10 min

    Visit of the former German colony and discovery of the city at the time of submarine cables.

  7. Stop 7

    Passing by

    Rampart against pirates and the city's first fort

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 17 reviews
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Storytelling walk "Once upon a time...Horta"

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