What to do in Madeira Region

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal town with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent church, and a cliff overlooking the sea.
A coastal town with buildings on a hillside, a beach, and rocky outcrops.
A sunset over the ocean with waves crashing onto the shore.
A beach with people sunbathing, thatched umbrellas, and a rocky cliff in the background.
A coastal town at sunset with houses, a clear sky, and the sea.

Things to do

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

Rp529.834
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Rp713.238
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo Sunrise Hike

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer

Rp998.533
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer
Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour

Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour

Rp1.426.475
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour
Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains

Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains

Rp977.889
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Madeira Walks - Rabaçal and the 25 Fountains
Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal

Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal

Rp1.528.366
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal
Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira

Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira

Rp978.154
per adult
Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

Rp896.398
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

Rp743.397
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience
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1. Porto Moniz Natural Pools

The Porto Moniz Natural Pools are one of the city’s most popular attractions. Formed by volcanic lava, these tranquil pools are sheltered from the strong current of the Atlantic by black basalt rocks. Swim, sunbathe or snorkel at the pools, which are complete with changing rooms, lockers and lifeguard services. There’s also a children’s pool and play area, making the pools an excellent spot for a family excursion.
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A natural hot spring with people swimming and relaxing.

2. Madeira Botanical Garden

Enjoy the rich collection of more than 2,000 plants at the Madeira Botanical Garden. Set on a hillside overlooking Funchal, this beautifully landscaped garden offers dramatic views of the mountains to the north and the ocean to the south.
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A botanical garden with colorful flower beds, a palm tree, and a cityscape in the background.

3. Ponta Do Sol Beach

Ponta do Sol Beach is a pleasant pebble beach surrounded by rugged cliffs and lined with charming cafés. Known for being one of the sunniest places in Madeira, the beach is a wonderful spot to relax and bask in the warm sun and go for a dip in the calm coastal waters.
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A beach with people sunbathing, colorful buildings, and palm trees.

4. Praca do Municipio

Funchal’s Town Square is a bustling hub of activity, lined with beautiful checkered cobblestones and bordered by grand whitewashed buildings. In addition to being a lovely civic center, the square is an ideal starting point for visiting several attractions, including the Sacred Art Museum, City Hall and the former Jesuit College.
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A street with pedestrians, a taxi, and a building with a sign that reads "TATOO".

5. Palmeiras Beach

Santa Cruz Beach is the main beach area of Madeira’s second-largest municipality, and is comprised of the Ribeira da Boaventura bathing complex, a water park and the ocean beaches of Praia de Sao Fernando and Praia das Palmeiras. Relax on a scenic pebbly beach or explore the wild rides and swimming pools of the aquatic theme park. Stroll along the esplanade and watch planes flying in to land at the nearby Madeira International Airport.
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A rocky beach with a pier, palm trees, and buildings in the background.

What to do in Madeira Region

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A natural hot spring with people swimming and relaxing.

Porto Moniz Natural Pools

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Go for a swim in these unique salt water pools, which are dramatically set amid rugged coastal cliffs and protective volcanic rock.
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Where to stay in Madeira Region

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A historic church with a prominent bell tower and a white facade.

Old Town Funchal

If you're spending some time in Old Town Funchal, Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a clock, and people walking.

Sao Pedro

Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Quinta das Cruzes Museum and Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu while you're in town.

A narrow alley with two men carrying a large wicker basket.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria

Visitors to Imaculado Coracao de Maria like its gardens and seaside views, and Quinta Palmeira is a sight worth a stop.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a red door and blue shutters, surrounded by a garden with pink and purple flowers.
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Santana

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Maze or Madeira Theme Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A coastal marina with boats docked, a road leading to the marina, and buildings on a hillside.

Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but Casa das Mudas Arts Center and 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Day trip destinations from Madeira Region

A densely packed urban area with a mix of colorful buildings, including a prominent white church with a bell tower.

Funchal

A coastal resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

Ponta do Sol

A traditional thatched-roof house with a red door, blue shutters, and a white facade.

Santana

A coastal landscape with a cliff, ocean, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.

Arco de Sao Jorge

A mountainous landscape with lush greenery and hydrangea flowers in the foreground.

Serra de Agua

A rocky cliff with traditional stone houses and a clear river.

Campanário

A fountain in a square with buildings in the background.

São Martinho

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