I went to Furnas by bus from Ponta Delgada. The trip was more than two hours but I did not mind because it is near the coast. The village is very nice, the hiking tour near the Furnas Lake is nice. After I went to the Terra Nostra Garden. For me it is more a forest than a garden, amazing... More

We visited Furnas in Sao Miguel when our group of 23 from Toronto, Canada went on a transatlantic cruise in November 2012. the place is fantastic, beautiful sceneries and very clean. We witnessed how they cooked a local favorite Cozido a stew cooked in the ground for a few hours, we saw the water boiling and sprouting from the earth,... More

Furnas should be on your must-visit stops in Sao Miguel. Try and be there around noon when the pots of food are taken out of the ground. We then scooted over to O miroma to have some. We weren't particularly hungry so one serving of cozido was enough for three of us- the restaurant is nicely done, service pleasant and... More

Furnas is a must stop for anyone in Sao Miguel. The town is small enough to easily walk all around, there are two beautiful churches and several nice restaurants. This town is well worth a few hours stop over to explore.

Upon arrival at this location in the pouring rain I confess I was unfortunately unable to make the most of it and see many of the attractions enjoyed by others. All I saw was people asking me for admission and no places left to bathe in. I am a Geo-tourist and Furnas was to be one of the highlights of... More

You must visit the Furnas Lake and gardens and taste the "Cozido das Furnas" - a local dish well worth it, served in large portions. Becareful when visiting the geysers as there is no protection, so don't get too close.

Furnas and its lake are a wonderful experience. Walk through the mountainous paths reminiscent of Switzerland -- green pastures and grazing cows, then sneak through the forest and over a hill to amaze your senses! You will first smell the sulphurous air, then notice the smoke emanating from the rocks, only to be further impressed by the sound and sight... More

Furnas is amazing - you should plan to allocate at least 2-3 hours to swim in hot springs. It is definitely the place to return for relaxing treatment! Towels are provided if you visit Dona Beija springs. Costs 2 Euro per person, but you can use the ticket for the whole day (with repeated entrance)

If you have been to Iceland you recognize what you see very easily. Boiling mudpots, steaming soil, the smell of rotten eggs - it is all here. Even naturally carbonated spring water can be tried in some of the pipes sticking out on the road. Very special taste, but still good! A house "turned on the side" can also be... More