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Velas Ferry

Velas ferry port in Sao Jorge is served by a number of ferry routes with crossings to Sao Roque, Praia da Vitoria, Horta & Madalena available. With a selection of up to 21 Sailings Weekly, the port of Velas connects Sao Jorge with Pico, Terceira & Faial.

Sailing durations range from 50 minutes on the Sao Roque service to 6 hours 25 minutes on the Praia da Vitoria service.

Although there is a brief summary on this page, as sailing information can vary based on time of year we’d advise you to get live sailing times and prices in our Velas fare search.
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  • Velas Accommodation

    If you’re looking to spend a night at or near Velas Ferry port before or after your trip or if you are looking for accommodation for your entire stay, please visit our Velas Accommodation page for the best accommodation prices and one of the largest selections available online!

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Velas Guide

What is there to do in Velas?

There are around 10,000 people living on the island of Sao Jorge, with many of them resting in the cosy capital of Velas. The quaint town adheres to visitors hoping to bask in the stunning surroundings whilst enjoying a drink at one of the bars, as well as the more adventurous types longing to explore the undulating terrain. The striking landscape is what draws so many to the island; verdant hills afford incredible panoramic vistas of the encompassing water and the quaint boats residing by the harbour. The 10,000 permanent residents of Sao Jorge are a relatively large number for a fairly small island, though there are nearly twice as many cows living amongst the locals. Unsurprisingly, there is a strong cheese industry in Velas – visit one of the cheese-tasting facilities to enjoy the local produce. After sampling a few tasty cheeses, bask in some mesmerising architecture showcased by the Church of Santa Barbara which displays remarkable structures and designs.

How do you get around Velas?

The town is very small so it can be covered entirely by foot.

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