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City break in Graciosa. Active leisure ideas for Graciosa - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Despite the fact that Graciosa Island is not the most popular destination among European fans of active holidays, still, there are diverse activities besides just local attractions. For instance, there is of the most peculiar elevations of Portugal – Caldeira volcano (402m above sea level). Basically, it’s a side of a giant extent volcano’s crater. It’s not Mount Elbrus, of course, but, on the other hand, anybody can climb it if they want to, even untrained ones. One has to go all the path on foot, so you can just enjoy a magnificent view of Graciosa and neighbouring islands.
There are no pieces of architecture older than five-and-a-half centuries old here on to Graciosa Island. The reason is simple: the archipelago is located quite far from the mainland, so … 
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The beaches of the Graciosa Island are lengthy. Almost all of them are covered with pure white sand. It is noteworthy that a significant part of the coast is available for water activities … Open
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If you’re not fond of all those cars and other kinds of transport but wouldn’t mind trying horse riding, then you have a wonderful opportunity here on the island to do it. It would take about 1-2 hours and before starting you’ll be instructed and explained how to behave with the animals. You’d hardly fall down from a horse, so just enjoy the view and new feelings.
On the Graciosa Island, there are only three hotels and each of them attractive in their own way. For holidaymakers who got used to staying at the highest-level hotel, the hotel Graciosa is … Open
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In addition, you can hunt rabbit or partridges here. However, you’re obliged to get permission from the local government. But you don’t need one if you decide to go fishing. You can also pay one of the local fishermen for instructing you and find out more about fishing craft in the local water area. There is lots of fish, so you’ll definitely catch some.
As you decide to go to Graciosa Island, remember that it’s far not the biggest island of the Azores, so there are not that many shops here. It won’t be a problem to buy basic … Open
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In addition, the islands provide great facilities for learning windsurfing or boat sailing.
If the beach holiday is your choice, you have to go to wide, clean and uncrowded Paraya beach. Swimming in Carapacho natural basin would be a great experience. What is more, there are several dozens of small solitary bays where you can snorkel or have a magnificent romantic evening. If a night-clubs-type, go to Santa Cruz – the majority of local clubs are there. 
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Guide to your best city break in Graciosa - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Graciosa - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Graciosa?' disappears immediately.
