Cabo Girao
Cabo Girao
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- Rebecca S8 contributionswhat a viewWhat a view! 2 euros for an adult and children are free. There are toilets, cafe and souvenir shop when you enter. Walking past these you reach the view point, 589 meters up. There is a solid view point you can stand on and enjoy the view and for the more daring you can take 3 small steps down and onto the glass floor where you cab see all the way down the cliff onto the beach and sea below. It was such a great experience and the views out were spectacular. We definitely recommend this place. We stayed for a drink and a bathroom break, both of which facilities are good. All in all we were there around 45 minutes.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 30 October 2023
- Viktorija AVilnius, Lithuania92 contributionsOne of the best viewpoints in MadeiraThe entrance costs 2€/person, there’s free parking, got lucky to come (~13pm) after dozens of tourists groups went back to their buses, so we didn’t run into them neither at the viewpoint, neither driving to the top of the mountain, because the road was a bit scary. The view is worth a visit. The glass floor makes it more special (and of course adds more fear). It’s said that sometimes you can see the whales or dolphins in a distance, but we didn’t get a chance to see any. There were a lot of butterflies, birds flying above our heads. Also, ran into very friendly and cute black dog! Plus, there are many souvenir shops (good prices, we found many interesting things, for example: stones; so, we had quite a shopping with Madeira wine, poncha’s and e.c. Nice that we got a discount from the seller. We liked this place.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 4 November 2023
- RoverPInverness, United Kingdom750 contributionsWorth a short visit.It's a great spot if it isn't too crowded. Good views back towards Funchal. This is about the height of the cliff rather than the view. Also, take note of how close to the cliff edge some of the land is cultivated.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 November 2023
- Lynette0708Shanghai, China1,475 contributionsStunning viewAlthough not many things to do, it worths 2 EUR to give a check. No need to say how spectacular the ocean looks, it’s sometimes bit crowded but still, good to spend some time there. Return Bolt could wait quite long, better to call a Bolt on app in advance.Visited December 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 26 December 2023
- jessica r18 contributionsGreat glass floor experienceLovely view, scary glass floor. All nice and clean and safe..you can't begrudge them the 2 euro entry..toilets, cafe and gift shop before you walk in. Can also do levada walks etc from here...the village below is lovely too to look around.Visited February 2024Travelled with familyWritten 24 February 2024
- Voyage0313066021426 contributionsAmazing experience, but not for those with vertigoWe were lucky. We took the yellow bus tour, there were no other coaches there and so it was not too crowded. €2 to get to the viewing platform which is reasonable and the views were outstanding. Had a bit of a Marilyn Monroe moment as it gets a bit breezy standing on the grated section of the platform, so hold on to your skirt! Overall, well worth a visit.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 20 April 2024
- LonelyPlantManchester, United Kingdom129 contributionsAmazing views and wonderful experienceAmazing views! Not one for those with vertigo or fear of heights, but definitely worth a visit. From the top of one of the tallest cliffs in Europe, you get great panoramic views over the Atlantic and a terrific (terrifying) view vertically, 588m to the ocean and coastline below. You can stand on the glass-bottomed viewing platform and get some wonderful shots. It’s a shame that the tour that we’d booked goes there, but doesn’t include the tickets in the price but it was worth the extra couple of Euros. Madeira has stunning views from the mountains, anyway, but this is an added extra. Having said that, it does seem to be a bit excessive, charging for entrance to a perfectly natural view… they’ve deliberately planted tall trees around it, so you can’t see the view without paying to get in. I suppose the price goes to the upkeep of the safety of the platform, though.Visited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 27 April 2024
- Tony36Crowborough, United Kingdom1,012 contributionsSpectacular must do, if in the area.Views to beat them all. A very worthwhile visit. Only suggestion - is there a way to arrange a visit from a window cleaner? The underside of the glass could do with a bit of a wipe over! Is there a ‘Superman’ on the Island? Would make a huge difference. Still give it 5 Stars though.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 May 2024
- DanielleNorth Carolina521 contributionsStunning Ciffside VistasCabo Girao is an elevated viewing area set on the cliffside with a glass skywalk on one of the highest cliffs in Europe. Making for stunning vistas and breathtaking views of the ocean, cliffs, and coastal highways. At 2€ per person to enter, it is very affordable. Purchase tickets upon arrival. Check the weather before going, a clear day offers the best views. Arrive as early as possible, parking is free but limited, and the venue tends to become crowded quickly. It is an easy walk to the observation area. There is a gift shop and restaurant on site. We even saw a local cat hanging out. We love seeing cats wherever we go! We spent maybe 20 minutes here. It was absolutely worth the stop. It would be a great sunset viewing area. But don't fret if you can not make it here. Madeira is full of amazing viewpoints!Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 August 2024
- JFWhiteMoncton, Canada6,677 contributionsViews!Very inexpensive and worth ot stop to visit. This place has free parking spots all over the area and cost 2 euros per person. Its an automatic machinfle than can take your money. Such nice views up there. Lots of people and over crowded, but worth it.Visited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 September 2024
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PatriciusZ
91 contributions
Nov 2019
Its obviously a tourist trap, you are not really above the water, the cliff is not vertical. Its more like a balcony with view of the sea. Nothing extra special. We were here in november and the entry was free (it was crowded tough). If they ask money for this in season, feel free to skip this attraction and better drive to the mountains and you will get much more satisfying views
Written 23 January 2020
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ChrisQi999
UK9 contributions
Jan 2020
Great views of the coast and Funchal. I visited at a quiet time but, from the parking for coaches and the turnstiles, it can get very crowded. Views possible without 'walking on glass' but that is the point of the attraction. A change for some vertigo therapy!
Lots of parking (unless busy). Pleasant surroundings. Cafe & tourist shops. Bus 154.
Lots of parking (unless busy). Pleasant surroundings. Cafe & tourist shops. Bus 154.
Written 15 February 2020
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Bath_Rich
Bath, UK115 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Really worth a visit. We caught the no 7 bus (less than 3 Euros) from Funchal…no need to pay through the nose for a tourist bus experience! Really interesting journey as you snake up the mountain coming head on to other buses and trucks on narrow roads…great fun. Took about 45 minutes and once there you can wander round and then down to the glass and grid walkways which are really something. I’m not great with heights but still managed it! Amazing views all
Around and obviously through the floor to the beach almost 600 metres below. Yes it was busy but it is free and you can still get some good photos. After being the typical tourist you can stroll over to the gift shop and cafe and have a coffee and delicious vegan lemon cake…yum!
Then just catch the No 7 back into town after an hour…it’s well worth a couple of hours of your day!
Around and obviously through the floor to the beach almost 600 metres below. Yes it was busy but it is free and you can still get some good photos. After being the typical tourist you can stroll over to the gift shop and cafe and have a coffee and delicious vegan lemon cake…yum!
Then just catch the No 7 back into town after an hour…it’s well worth a couple of hours of your day!
Written 25 May 2022
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Maddie A.
Jersey, UK30 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
Lots of people, floor is no longer fully transparent because the glass hasn't been changed recently - therefore not so scary. There is a metal support construction right under the glass as well, which obstructs the view.
But the view is amazing! Soooo high and so much space, wind on your face, really amazing experience.
But the view is amazing! Soooo high and so much space, wind on your face, really amazing experience.
Written 22 October 2020
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amdgriggs
Sheffield, UK1,669 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Very impressive glass-floored viewing platform, arguably the highest in Europe (the Norwegians dispute this) with great views generally. It’s fascinating watching people’s reactions as they first step onto the platform. Easy parking and there’s now a cafe, shop and toilets here too. A must-see on Madeira.
Written 15 February 2020
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Laura T
Middlesbrough, UK7,667 contributions
Apr 2022
Cabo Girao is a famous viewpoint on the second highest sea cliff in the world, and the highest in Europe. There is a suspended glass platform offering views of Funchal and ocean, and a second platform with a floor.
I was very underwhelmed by our whole experience. However, I can't really complain as entrance to the viewing platform is free, we just weren't all that impressed by the views. And the crowds of people detracts from the glass floor thrill factor, which you can actually barely see through (see photos) or else it's looking through a thick metal grid. The early morning views are nice enough and it is only a very short easy walk from the carpark, along good paths, so fine for a pram etc.
There is apparently a cable car to travel down to the bottom of the cliffs and see the black rock beaches. The ride is just 3 minutes, with views towards the East. Located 4kms away from the Skywalk, with a separate small carpark. I read that the cost is €5 each but we did not have time to experience this for ourselves.
Located on the south coast, a short drive from Funchal. The skywalk is free to enter and there are public toilets (take change). Open from 8.30am to 8pm. Spend upto half an hour to look at the views. We visited as part of a very busy action-packed touristy day to Porto Moniz natural swimming pools, Seixel, etc
I was very underwhelmed by our whole experience. However, I can't really complain as entrance to the viewing platform is free, we just weren't all that impressed by the views. And the crowds of people detracts from the glass floor thrill factor, which you can actually barely see through (see photos) or else it's looking through a thick metal grid. The early morning views are nice enough and it is only a very short easy walk from the carpark, along good paths, so fine for a pram etc.
There is apparently a cable car to travel down to the bottom of the cliffs and see the black rock beaches. The ride is just 3 minutes, with views towards the East. Located 4kms away from the Skywalk, with a separate small carpark. I read that the cost is €5 each but we did not have time to experience this for ourselves.
Located on the south coast, a short drive from Funchal. The skywalk is free to enter and there are public toilets (take change). Open from 8.30am to 8pm. Spend upto half an hour to look at the views. We visited as part of a very busy action-packed touristy day to Porto Moniz natural swimming pools, Seixel, etc
Written 20 March 2023
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little_miss_perfect
Essex, UK302 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
We took a Bolt from our hotel in Camara de Lobos, cost about €10.
The glass viewing point is very high and the views are good. It wasn’t very crowded there even though we went about midday on a Sunday. We had lunch at the cafe there and it wasn’t very good. I would recommend to just stick to drinks and cake.
The glass viewing point is very high and the views are good. It wasn’t very crowded there even though we went about midday on a Sunday. We had lunch at the cafe there and it wasn’t very good. I would recommend to just stick to drinks and cake.
Written 10 July 2022
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Inna B
St Ives, UK53 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
Lots of breath taking pictures! Very much recommended. You will love Madeira holiday! This is the west tour. We paid €55per person ( including east, west tour and nuns valley trips)
Written 14 November 2020
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NickofSurrey
Surrey, UK1,017 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Busy on a cloudy and coldish day in May, so can only imagine what this is like in August. I would estimate that the glass bit is no wider than 8-10 metres wide. Fantastic views across Funchal, and the drop below the glass is great, but doesn't photograph that well as you get the relection of the glass. Worth the effort to get here, but you only need 10 mins - in fact no one would be able ro take photos if we all lingered. Don't forget your 50c if you need the loo. Has a cafe and shop
Written 26 May 2022
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Elina Michaelidou
London, UK709 contributions
Nov 2021
Cabo Girao is an interesting place to visit with great views over Madeira and the Atlantic ocean. The glass floor feels safe enough although it would benefit from some cleaning. We visited the place just after sunset and it wasn't very crowded, although it's better to arrive a bit earlier for better lighting.
Written 17 January 2022
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Tourist information website visit madeira . com says it is CLOSED? Does anyone know if this is correct? Maybe because of COVID?
Written 22 July 2020
I don’t know! Sorry. Maybe call to tourism of Madeira.
Written 6 September 2020
savez vous le tarif pour accéder a cette plateforme car nous venons en mai et notre hotel n'est ps loin de cet endroit
Written 23 February 2020
Do I have to pay to come here or can I just walk to this venue
Written 11 September 2019
It would be a long uphill walk. Better to take transport.
Written 20 September 2019
Por favor,alguém poderia informar como é o acesso ao mirante? Tem que subir escadas, percorrer alguma trilha, etc? Pergunto porque minha mae tem dores no joelho e já tem 80 anos! Obrigada.
Written 1 August 2019
Dat is best te doen...het platform bevindt zich op 100m van waar je je auto parkeert.Het zijn hoogstens enkele trapjes om er te geraken.Doe het rustig aan en de beloning voor je mama zal nog zo mooi zijn!
Written 4 August 2019
Procura na cidade do Funchal que tens programas para isso.
Written 27 July 2019
There is a service bus that goes there but infrequent. You can also take a bus to Miradour and walk about 10 mins to the viewpoint. Hilly. There is also the little green train from Camera Do Lobos to the viewpoint. Takes you up and back and waits 15 minutes for you at the top. 9 euros return.
Written 25 May 2019
You can get there on "Rodoeste" bus. I don't remember bus number, but all "Rodoeste" timetables are near the bus stops in the center of Funchal. You should choose bus with tag "via Cabo Girao".
Written 26 September 2017
What is the cliff height?
Written 26 June 2017
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