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Funchal

The island’s capital, Funchal, is surrounded by mountains and overlooks the Atlantic. At one end you will find the marina, the starting point for boat trips around the island, several restaurants and cafes. In the historic center, the series of traditional streets are lined with stores, museums, and gardens, and also the Cathedral.

The Fábrica de Santo António in Funchal, Madeira, is a century-old confectionery factory. It's the oldest one on the whole island.It's a spot that locals and tourists flock to, all eager to sample the traditional biscuits, cakes, jams, and...
Descending Monte in a Wicker Toboggan Sled is a must-do experience.Picture this: you, perched in a wicker basket, hurtling down the mountain at breakneck speeds, guided by two locals decked out in traditional garb.First, we'll take the Funchal...

Fórum Madeira

Gotta do some shopping? Forum Madeira is a stunning spot for getting your retail fix, leisure and fun.And if you happen to be there during the holidays, it's all decked out with festive decorations that'll get you in the...
Discover the beauty and magic of Quinta Das Cruzes Museum!Dedicated to decorative arts, covers various themes from Painting, Sculpture, Furniture and others.This was the last home of the family of João Gonçalves Zarco,one of the Portuguese explorers who discovered...

Sacred Art Museum

The Sacred Art Museum of Funchal is located in the historic Paço Episcopal do Funchal, founded by Dom Luís Figueiredo de Lemos in 1594.Here, one can find a significant portion of the history of Madeira Island. It is well...
At the edge of the Mar Avenue rises São Lourenço Palace. A well-preserved historical and national monument since 1943.Its interior houses a museum. It is impossible to go unnoticed by anyone visiting this area due to its imposing size,...
Visiting Blandy's Wine Lodge and sampling Madeira wine is a experience that should be savoured by all wine aficionados.To explore other locations in Funchal, see the article "Things To Do In Funchal" For the top tourist spots on the...

Funchal Cathedral

The primary religious site in Funchal, Madeira Island, is the Funchal Cathedral, a National Monument since 1910.To know the island's capital, visit the "Things To Do In Funchal" page. To discover what to do on Madeira, refer to...
The Madeiran's São João Baptista do Pico Fortress offers a unique view of the Funchal bay, where the majestic ocean seizes the horizon. A Public Interest monument since 1940.Coordinates: 32.651363; -16.91644On a hot day, the steep streets leading up to the fortress...
The Museum of Universal Memories resides in a late 19th-century house adjacent to various tourist sites in the Funchal historic centre, such as the Quinta das Cruzes Museum and Santa Clara Convent. To find out what to visit in...
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