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Arruda Pineapple Plantation
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Arruda Pineapple Plantation
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Aletommy
Brescia26 contributions
A sweet visit
Sep 2021 • Couples
We were expecting a plantation out in the countryside, while this is right in the city, surrounded by houses. This is the only reason for our 4 rating, since the landscape is really not so nice. However, everything else was excellent: the management of visitors in terms of Covid-19 precautions (staff are very diligent and they completely suspended guided tours), information given through panels and QR codes and, above all, what you can taste (and buy) at the bar!
Even if the plantation is quite small, it was a very interesting and "sweet" experience, we recommend it!
Written September 4, 2021
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Heather H
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Pleasant surprise
Apr 2023 • Couples
This was such a lovely little way to spend an afternoon. The tour is somewhat short and self guided but it’s pretty interesting to see how pineapples are grown. Some great Instagram moments and a lovely taste of pineapple at the end! If you have some time to spare it’s a great (and affordable—- read “free”) way to spend an hour or so!
Written April 12, 2023
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ROCruiser
Claremont, CA4,616 contributions
Disappointed
Nov 2019
Have read that one of the best produce to try is pineapples in Ponta Delgada. At the end of our private tour, we were brought here by our guides. I was excited that we finally got to try some. After strolling through the green houses and the grounds, we found the little gift shop and had to ask about fresh pineapples. Only then that they went to the back and brought out the cut-up pineapple pieces in a cup, 4E each and the pineapple juice was 3E a cup. I was disappointed at how sour both were and with that expensive price tag. It was nice to see the place but you can skip the pineapple.
Written March 13, 2020
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GijsAnton
Enschede, The Netherlands15 contributions
Quick, educative and fun!
Oct 2021 • Couples
A (self guided) tour along the Plantation, using QR codes to inform you. For us, that might be even better than with a tour guide, because it allows you to determine your own speed. Much to see and learn, but mostly: much to eat and drink! Everybody who works here is super friendly and the pineapples really taste like The Best Pineapple in the World. Recommend!
Written October 10, 2021
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For What It's Worth
São Miguel, Portugal105 contributions
Pineapple Potential
Mar 2020
We have visited the plantation several times over in the past few years. Fortunately the admission is free- a plus, unfortunately, the gift shop has turned into an overpriced "artisan" market, that neglects to emphasize the plantation. In fact, it seems to neglect its product leaving the customers to search around to find any pineapple related products. In addition, it would be beneficial for this company to provide samples of the actual pineapple. Considering the immense cost of these, albeit delicious pineapples, folks are less apt to buy because they aren't sure of the taste and if it is justified by the price. Of course that is just my "oipinaple" :)
Written March 11, 2020
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CSNunes
Porto, Portugal142 contributions
Not to miss!
Aug 2020
We visit in August 2020 during the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic. The visit is self-guided, which is good. You can see the several greenhouses with different stages of the pineapple growth (all clearly marked) and they give you a leaflet explaining all details. The greenhouses and area you visit is the oldest part of the plantation which is also good, since you have a the feeling you travel in time. There is a souvenir shop, with limit capacity restrictions. All staff is genuinely nice. There is a esplanade service and tables to eat outside, that has a great pineapple cake and a superb pineapple fresh juice (too die for!!!). All very clean and safe, you have to wear a mask.
Written September 18, 2020
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Maxim S
Somerville, MA24 contributions
Interesting if time permits
Jul 2021
Seeing various stages of pineapple growth is of some interest, but doesn't take a lot of time. The store has a lot of craft items, but surprisingly few edibles made out of pineapple. However, all of those that we tried (jam, chutney, mustard) were excellent.
Written July 11, 2021
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LDWG
Keene, NH261 contributions
samples sold here
Jan 2020
Then again, the duty-free shop at the airport also has them, for those inclined to risk losing them to overzealous customs agents. The labels on the greenhouse doors did not reflect the cultivation stage (in many cases). We find the pineapples grown here to have a more focused flavor than the Hawaiian ones found in the US. Pineapple jam/marmalade is worth acquiring here, too.
Written February 5, 2020
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Beth M
30 contributions
Pineapple Goodness
Apr 2023
Fun place to visit - neat to see and understand how pineapple is grown in the Azores. It is family friendly and a quick visit. You don’t need more than an hour. Make sure to check out the little cafe! The complementary shots of pineapple liquor when arriving was a nice touch.
Written April 26, 2023
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Lea B
Toronto, Canada1 contribution
Arruda Pineapple Plantation
Sep 2022 • Couples
It was a little confusing as to where the actual plantation was located. There’s a store that you come upon but seems to be only selling product. The plantation tour itself was self-guided as you go through greenhouses containing pineapples in various growing stages. There are placards at the entrance to each greenhouses but they unfortunately do a poor job of explaining the growing process. There’s a small store on premises that sells touristy items and offers small samples of pineapple liquor which is offered for purchase. The experience was interesting but we were underwhelmed as we had hoped for some broader information and a connection to the plantation via an informational tour or similar. Worth going but did not meet our expectations.
Written October 27, 2022
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