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Jun
70°F 21°C
63°F 17°C
Jul
73°F 22°C
65°F 18°C
Aug
75°F 23°C
68°F 20°C
Sep
75°F 23°C
67°F 19°C
Oct
72°F 22°C
65°F 18°C
Nov
67°F 19°C
60°F 15°C
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Quinta do Riacho, Funchal
Quinta do Riacho
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Ranked #1 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
5 of 5 stars 62 reviews
Owner description: Enjoy Madeira Island wonderful weather, breathtaking taking views and great trails on a horse. In Quinta do Riacho there’s an... more » Owner description: Enjoy Madeira Island wonderful weather, breathtaking taking views and great trails on a horse. In Quinta do Riacho there’s an equestrian activity for everyone. From calm trail riding to galloping through the mountains. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  3.6 miles from city centre
Madeira Adventure Kingdom, Funchal
Madeira Adventure Kingdom
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Ranked #2 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Canyons
Distance  12.1 miles from city centre
Ponta de Sao Lourenco, Funchal
Ponta de Sao Lourenco
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Ranked #3 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  11.0 miles from city centre
Madeira Catamaran, Funchal
Madeira Catamaran
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Ranked #4 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Monte Palace Tropical Garden, Funchal
Monte Palace Tropical Garden
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Ranked #5 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 233 reviews
At Monte, a fashionable hill town in Madeira, are the magnificent gardens that surround the chateau-like Monte Palace.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites; Gardens
Madeira Explorers, Funchal
Madeira Explorers
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Ranked #6 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  10.4 miles from city centre
Monte Cable Car, Funchal
Monte Cable Car
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Ranked #7 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 72 reviews
Attraction type  Lookouts
Lava Pools, Porto Moniz
Lava Pools
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Ranked #8 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Distance  24.4 miles from city centre
Quinta do Boa Vista, Funchal
Quinta do Boa Vista
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Ranked #9 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Artur de Barros e Sousa Lda, Funchal
Artur de Barros e Sousa Lda
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Ranked #10 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  10.9 miles from city centre
Botanical Gardens Madeira, Funchal
Botanical Gardens Madeira
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Ranked #11 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 244 reviews

Take a worthwhile trip to the Botanic Gardens in Funchal on the island of Madeira.  Why is it worth seeing?  The gardens are very walkable and don't require a great deal of time... more »

Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  703.5 miles from city centre
Santo da Serra Golf, Machico
Santo da Serra Golf
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Ranked #12 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: Over-looking the bay of Machico lies the Santo da Serra Golf Club. Its original course, built in 1937, was redesigned in 1991... more » Owner description: Over-looking the bay of Machico lies the Santo da Serra Golf Club. Its original course, built in 1937, was redesigned in 1991 by the famous golf architect Robert Trent Jones who created a spectacular 27 hole golf course in one of the most beautiful landscapes that nature may offer. The MACHICO and the DESERTAS courses are the ones usually played on the Madeira Island Open, while the SERRAS course, though slightly plain, maintains the same game level. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Cabo Girao, Funchal
Cabo Girao
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Ranked #13 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 83 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  10.8 miles from city centre
Sacred Art Museum (Museu de Arte Sacra), Funchal
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Ranked #14 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews

Housed in a former bishop's palace, this museum houses an extensive collection of masterpieces by Flemish artists from the 15th and 16th centuries. The museum also contains church... more »

Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  10.9 miles from city centre
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte, Funchal
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte
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Ranked #15 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
This 18th-century church, a pilgrimage site, is located in the picturesque village of Monte.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  9.5 miles from city centre
Santa Clara Monastery, Funchal
Santa Clara Monastery
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Ranked #16 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews

 The Santa Clara Monastery was founded by Zarco's grandchildren on the site where he originally built a chapel. It is said that one of his grand-daughters was the first abbess of... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Madeira Story Centre, Funchal
Madeira Story Centre
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Ranked #17 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 67 reviews

The Madeira Story Centre is a spectacular interactive museum where you will find a wealth of information of the Archipelago’s History, from its volcanic origins to seaplanes, from... more »

Attraction type  Museums
Distance  10.8 miles from city centre
Palheiro Golf, Funchal
Palheiro Golf
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Ranked #18 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: Set within the magnificent Palheiro Estate and lying adjacent to the five-star Madeira Island Hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro –... more » Owner description: Set within the magnificent Palheiro Estate and lying adjacent to the five-star Madeira Island Hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro – a Relais & Châteaux property – the 18-hole, par 72 Championship golf course meanders through a pristine environment of maritime pine and botanical woodland embroidered with lush, sub-tropical vegetation.At nearly 500 m (1640 ft) above sea level, the location is blessed with dramatic views of Madeira’s mountainous skyline and the vast Atlantic Ocean. Nestling below just 10 minutes away is Funchal, the island’s capital. Designed by renowned golf architect Cabell B. Robinson, this picturesque layout with year-round appeal takes full advantage of Madeira’s hilly terrain, with abrupt ridges and deep valleys providing a compelling challenge for even the most seasoned golfer.Teeing off here is to walk through a verdant and tranquil 200-year-old country estate, and an abundance of fragrant, exotic flora lends the course a unique and singular quality. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Blandy's Wine Lodge, Funchal
Blandy's Wine Lodge
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Ranked #19 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 104 reviews

Blandy's Wine Lodge could be one of the high points of your visit to Funchal. Right in the centre of the city, huge doors lead into a fragrant courtyard where there are two... more »

Attraction type  Wineries; Historic Sites
Distance  11.1 miles from city centre
Faja dos Padres
Faja dos Padres
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Ranked #20 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Avenida do Mar, Funchal
Avenida do Mar
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Ranked #21 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 29 reviews
This busy and vibrant boulevard is home to many seafood restaurants and outdoor cafes with waterfront views.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  11.1 miles from city centre
25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco
25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco
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Ranked #22 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  20.6 miles from city centre
Laurel Forest (Laurisilva)
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Ranked #23 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Forests; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  594.3 miles from city centre
Levada Ribeira de Janela
Levada Ribeira de Janela
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Ranked #24 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Distance  594.3 miles from city centre
Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro, Funchal
Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro
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Ranked #25 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: Garden enthusiasts should look no further than this superb estate, owned by the prominent Blandy family, and the surrounding... more » Owner description: Garden enthusiasts should look no further than this superb estate, owned by the prominent Blandy family, and the surrounding Blandy's Garden, which is one of the most beautiful parks on Madeira. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  11.1 miles from city centre
Madeira Theme Park
Madeira Theme Park
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Ranked #26 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: The Madeira Theme Park is an ample space with 7 acres of land, where visitors of all ages can embark on a voyage of discovery... more » Owner description: The Madeira Theme Park is an ample space with 7 acres of land, where visitors of all ages can embark on a voyage of discovery throughout Madeira and Porto Santo. Visitors can learn about island history, familiarize themselves with our traditions and culture, vibrate with the exceptional beauty of our landscapes, explore an immense park-garden and feel the unique force of nature. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  7.5 miles from city centre
Cathedral Se, Funchal
Cathedral Se
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Ranked #27 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 40 reviews
A visit to Portugal's magnificent cathedral, dating from the 1400s, is a must-see during a tour of Funchal.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  11.1 miles from city centre
Pregetter's Orchid Garden, Funchal
Pregetter's Orchid Garden
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Ranked #28 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  10.0 miles from city centre
Jardim de Sao Francisco, Funchal
Jardim de Sao Francisco
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Ranked #29 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Thus lovely city park is a perfect place for a walk or just simply to people-watch.
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  11.1 miles from city centre
Mountainbike Touren auf Madeira, Canico
Ranked #30 of 53 Attractions in Madeira
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Biking Trails
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