List of islands and archipelagos in Portugal. We compare prices for rental cars on most of the islands. Book a rental car on an island like the Azores and popular islands such as Madeira, Faial, Armona, Santa Maria, Graciosa, Pico, São Miguel, Flores, Terceira, Porto Santo, São Jorge. There is also information about sights, places, destinations and popular destinations as well as how to get around the islands. Tips for trips between islands via ferries.
Portugal is a country located in southwestern Europe that is home to several islands. Some of the most well-known islands in Portugal include:
- Madeira: Located in the Atlantic Ocean, Madeira is an archipelago of four islands that is known for its beautiful landscapes, including the Laurisilva forest, and its mild climate.
- Azores: Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Azores are an archipelago of nine islands that is known for its beautiful landscapes, including the Furnas thermal baths, and its rich history and culture.
- Porto Santo: Located in the Atlantic Ocean, Porto Santo is an island that is known for its beautiful beaches and its mild climate.
- Berlengas: Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Berlengas are a group of islands that are known for their beautiful landscapes, including the Berlengas Nature Reserve, and their rich history and culture.
- Selvagens: Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Selvagens are a group of islands that are known for their beautiful landscapes and their rich history and culture.
The archipelago of the Azores is politically organized as an autonomous region and includes nine islands and the Formigas islet group. There are nine major Azorean islands: Flores and Corvo, to the west; Graciosa, Terceira, São Jorge, Pico, and Faial in the centre; and São Miguel, Santa Maria, and the Formigas islets to the east. The largest city of the Azores is Ponta Delgada. The archipelago of Madeira is politically organized as an autonomous region and includes two principal islands and two minor island groups. The archipelago of Madeira includes the islands of Madeira, Porto Santo, the Desertas, and the Savage Islands.
