Peter Cafe & Scrimshaw Museum

About

Peter Café Sport, nestled in the historic marina of Horta, Azores, blends a centuries‑old nautical bar, a world‑recognized Scrimshaw museum, and exhilarating whale‑watching and cycling adventures. The café—famed for its striking blue exterior and vibrant sailor banners—serves hearty Portuguese fare and the house gin, Peter’s Gin, crafted by the Azevedo family since the early 20th century. Adjacent to the bar lies the Scrimshaw Museum, showcasing an exquisite collection of whale‑tooth carvings created by New England whalers before the Azores’ own whaling era, offering a window into maritime art and history. For the adventurous, the complex furnishes free‑raft whale‑watching tours, catamaran rentals, and scenic bicycle routes around volcanic caldera and coastal cliffs, making Peter Café Sport a premier destination for culture, cuisine, and marine exploration.

Highlights

• Scrimshaw Museum
• Peter’s Gin Bar
• Whale Watching Tours
• Maritime Banners

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At a glance

• Typical visit: about 2 hours

Tickets & pricing