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Would you take a dip in a volcanic lava pool? The lava-formed sea water at the Porto Moniz natural swimming pools is a must-stop visit on your trip to Madeira. Read our full guide on this natural beauty…you don’t want to miss out on it during your backpacking travels on the island.

The small island of Madeira is a well kept secret, full of details that amaze and we want to discover. From the historical centre of Funchal to the picturesque village of Câmara de Lobos, or through the natural landscapes of the Northwest, various experiences, colours and flavours wait for you

Palheiro Golf Scenic golf resort offering an 18-hole course with mountain & ocean views, plus a luxe hotel & spa.

Santo da Serra Golf Club Scenic 27-hole golf course overlooking the bay, site of an annual professional tournament.

The Mercado dos Lavradores is a fruit, vegetable, flower and fish market in Funchal, Madeira. The building was designed by Edmundo Tavares and opened on 24 November 1940. The facade, main entrance and fish market contain traditional Azulejo depicting regional themes, executed by João Rodrigues

Enjoy a wonderful ride on the Santa Maria de Columbo; if you're lucky, you may spot dolphins or whales, but you can always enjoy this journey regardless.This magnificent replica of Christopher Columbus’s flagship “SANTA MARIA” was built in
Madeira island at the small fishing village of Câmara de Lobos.


The Câmara de Lobos Promenade is a 2.2-km-long pedestrian area by the sea that connects the Lido to the Câmara de Lobos bay. It's ideal for taking long morning walks, and it's enjoyed by jogging enthusiasts

he internationally famous Monte Sledges are hand-made from wicker and wood by specialised craftsmen and carpenters. They are then pushed by two drivers, called 'carreiros', who are dressed in typical white garments and wear straw hats. With recognised skill, they use their boots with thick rubber soles as brakes to control the vehicle during the journey.

The route taken by the Monte Sledges is two kilometres long, and takes about 10 minutes to complete, starting in the parish of Monte, towards Funchal, and finishing in Livramento. Besides the adrenaline and excitement, this trip offers a panoramic view over the capital of Madeira, with the ocean in the background.

Funchal bay is one of the most famous calling cards of the Madeira archipelago. Its beauty is undeniable, whether appreciated from the sea or from the island itself. Santa Catarina Park is one of the best places to contemplate it.

Located between Avenida do Infante and Avenida Sá Carneiro, with a position overlooking the port of Funchal, Santa Catarina Park has an area of 36,000 m². It is one of the most frequented green parks in the capital of Madeira, due to its central location, but not only that.

Here, visitors will find a large lawn, surrounded by flowerbeds with countless species of trees, shrubs and herbs from all over the world. In addition, Santa Catarina Park has a small pond with an island created for the birds that live here to rest and nest.

Located in the parish of Santo António da Serra, Quinta do Santo da Serra is a public park with a large green area. This is a superb recreational area on Madeira's east coast, much appreciated by the island's families, school population and visitors to this region.

Quinta do Santo da Serra was built in the late 19th century by the Blandy family. Designed according to the English colonial style, it was acquired in 1975 by the now extinct Junta Geral do Distrito Autónomo da Madeira. From then on, its name was changed to 'Quinta da Junta' and it became the official holiday residence of the President of the Regional Government.

Los dos teleféricos de Madeira permiten comprender su orografía. Sobrevolar esa ladera creada por innumerables erupciones y coladas volcánicas nos recuerda que vivimos una experiencia única sobre un punto caliente. The Funchal Cable Car, or Madeira Cable Car, is a gondola lift that transports people from the lower section of Funchal, Madeira to the suburb of Monte

The Whale Museum opened to the public in 1989 in the fishing village of Caniçal. The museum focuses on the history of whaling in the seas of the archipelago of Madeira.

In its most recent incarnation in a new space since September 2011, the museum contains an important ethnographic collection that retrieves utensils and past experiences, rigorously documenting the history of whaling in Madeira throughout the 20th century.

The museum's main mission is the preservation of heritage and historical knowledge about whaling in Madeira, the dissemination of knowledge about cetaceans and the ocean.

Madeira's heritage includes buildings from different historical periods and architectural styles. A unique legacy that enriches the visit to the archipelago.If it can be said with conviction that this Atlantic archipelago is a floating garden, it is also correct to say that it is also a veritable open-air museum. This is because the islands' built heritage offers inestimable value to the streets of its towns and cities. Madeira's monuments reflect the cultural, architectural and artistic wealth of six centuries of History