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What to see in Madeira
Discover which are the most fascinating places to visit while on holidays in Madeira and Porto Santo.
Get to know the cultural heritage dating back to the age of the Discoveries, and nowadays exhibited in its museums, churches, palaces, and manor houses.
Some of the most interesting places to visit are:
Cathedral of Funchal
Visit the Funchal Sé, one of the oldest buildings in Madeira and a silent witness of its rich history.
Mercado dos Lavradores Market
Desfruta de um dia de compras ou de um passeio pelo famoso Mercado dos Lavradores Market do Funchal, na Madeira.
Madeira Wine Museum
Visit these wine cellars of Madeira, located inside a medieval monastery.
Sacred Art Museum
Enjoy a day of shopping or a walk through the famous Dos Lavradores Market of Funchal, in Madeira.
Historical Center of Funchal
Visit the old Funchal area and enjoy a nice walk around.
Santa Clara Convent
Visit this convent founded in 1496 and discover its 15th century cloisters.
Contemporary Art Museum and São Tiago Fortress
Visit this 17th century fortress, which nowadays hosts a fascinating museum of contemporary art.
Museu do Bordado (Embroidery Museum)
Get to know the processes behind Madeiran realisation and admire its valuable pieces.
Madeira’s Botanic Garden
Spend a different day having a look at the grass and flowers tapestries in the Botanic Garden in Madeira.
Parque de Santa Catarina Park
Enjoy the wonderful views and a relaxing moment having a walk in this public park in Funchal.
Museological Area of the São Lourenço Palace
Visit this interesting museum located in the bastions of São Lurenço Palace, in the Island of Madeira.
Henrique and Francisco Franco Museum
Admire the collection of artworks by these two Madeiran brothers.
Frederico de Freitas House Museum
why not checking out the important pieces of work in this monumental house museum of Funchal, in Madeira?
Funchal Natural History Museum
Learn more about the flora, the fauna, and the geology of the Archipelago of Madeira.
São João do Pico Fortress
Visit this 17th century fortress and enjoy the excellent views of the city of Funchal from its walls.
Igreja do Socorro Church
Discover this church located in the Largo do Socorro of Funchal.
Igreja de São Pedro Church
Get to know more about the Igreja de São Pedro Church of the city of Funchal.
Capela do Corpo Santo Chapel
Discover the history of this chapel established by fishermen in the city of Funchal.
Igreja do Colégio de São João Evangelista Church
Visit the Igreja Jesuita do Colégio Church of the city of Funchal.
Museu Quinta das Cruzes Museum
Visit this gorgeous house turned into a decorative art museum on your way through Funchal.
Museu do Brinquedo do Funchal (Toy Museum)
Spend an amusing day having a look at old toys in this interesting museum for children and adults.
Casa da Luz Electricity Museum
Visit this interesting museum set up in the old Thermal Power Station of Funchal.
Cristiano Ronaldo Museum
Admire Cristiano Ronaldo’s trophies and take a picture next to a real size wax statue of this Portuguese soccer player.
Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro
Relax and enjoy the beauty of the gardens in this pretty residential farm.
Pico do Areeiro
Be surprised by the imposing views offered by the third highest peak of the Island of Madeira.
Monte
Do not hesitate in visiting the locality of Carreiras do Monte and enjoy the best panoramic views from the Funchal Bay.
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte Church
Visit the Igreja of Nossa Senhora do Monte Church, in Funchal, Madeira.
Terreiro da Luta
et to know the imposing monument of Madeira built to worship the Virgin.
Quinta Tropical Monte Palace
Visit the Quinta Tropical Monte Palace and enjoy its exotic gardens and fascinating museum.
Câmara de Lobos
Discover this little attractive fishing village.
Cabo Girão Cape
Lean out and be surprised by the impressive views offered by the biggest cliff in Europe.
Curral das Freiras
Visit this secret valley and be surprised by its imposing views.
Calheta
Discover what to see in the population of Calheta.
Ponta do Pargo
Visit Ponta do Pargo, the highest occidental pike of Madeira.
Porto Moniz
Visit the cosmopolitan village of Porto Moniz, in the far North of Madeira.
Aquário da Madeira Aquarium
Visit the Aquarium of Madeira and discover the Madeiran maritime realm.
Porto Moniz Natural Pools
Have a relaxing bath in these wonderful natural swimming pools in Madeira.
Centro de Ciência Viva de Madeira
Visit the Centro de Ciência Viva of Madeira in Porto Moniz.
Ponta do Sol
Enjoy the sunset from Ponta do Sola and take with you a unique unforgettable moment of your holidays in Madeira.
Paul da Serra
Discover the biggest plateau in the Island of Madeira.
Ribeira Brava
Get to know this village in the southeastern coast.
Madeira Ethnographic Museum
Visit this Ethnography museum located in an old sugar mill.
São Vicente
Discover the village of São Vicente and explore its fascinating caves.
Grutas de São Vicente Caves
Explore the grutas de São Vicente caves and get to know more about them and the birth of the island by visiting the Volcanism Centre of Madeira.
Ruta da Cal Museum Centre
Visit this museum centre and explore two calcareous rock quarries and a lime oven.
Seixal
Discover this picturesque village.
Praia da Laje or Jaimaica Beach
Relax in the intimate Laje beach, in Seixal, Madeira.
Praia do Porto do Seixal Beach
Enjoy a refreshing bath in this black sand beach, located in the village of Seixal, Madeira.
Seixal Natural Swimming Pools
Swim in the quiet waters of the Seixal Natural Swimming Pools, Madeira.
Miradouro do Véu da Noiva Overlook
Admire the wonderful views of the Véu da Noiva Waterfall and the Northern coast of Madeira from this wonderful overlook.
Santana
Discover what to see on the village of Santana.
Parque das Queimadas Park
Enjoy the nature offered by the Parque das Queimadas Park.
Madeira Thematic Park
Spend an amusing day in Madeira Thematic Park.
Ribeiro Frio Natural Park
Get in touch with nature and enjoy a few relaxing days.
Pico Ruivo
Dare to climb Pico Ruivo Pike, the highest peak of the Archipelago of Madeira.
Machico
Get to know the city of Machico.
Caniçal
Visit Caniçal port and discover its whaling tradition visiting the Whale Museum.
Museu da Baleia (Whale Museum)
Visit this interesting museum located in the town of Caniçal, Madeira.
Prainha Beach
Enjoy a different beach day in this black sand beach with volcanic origins.
Santa Cruz
Discover the city of Santa Cruz and spend an amusing day on its aquatic park.
Madeira Aquapark
Spend a fun day in this aquatic park located in Santa Cruz.
Praia dos Reis Magos Beach
Visit the little Reis Magos Beach on your way through Caniço.
Camacha
Visit the village of Camacha and discover its famous basket making craft.
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