What to do in Madeira Island

Activities, attractions and tours
Funchal which includes a coastal town, a sunset and mountains

Places to Visit in Madeira Island

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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.

Old Town Funchal
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São Roque

Travellers like the restaurants in São Roque, and Funchal Ecological Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

São Roque
Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

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Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Fortaleza do Pico and Holy Trinity Church while you're in town.

Sao Pedro
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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.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria
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Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta
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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 PARQUE FORESTAL DE QUEIMADAS or Madeira Theme Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana

Day trip destinations from Madeira Island