Food Scene
So close to Casa dos
Francelhos and such
nice owner… and the
Pregos and Daily Specials are really good!
Pastelaria Joaninha
46a Beco do DescansoSo close to Casa dos
Francelhos and such
nice owner… and the
Pregos and Daily Specials are really good!
The oldest and most renowned maker of traditional Madeiran cakes. Specialities: "Bolo de Mel" and other traditional sweets.
Bolo de Mel - Madeira Sugarcane Honey Cake dates to the heyday of sugar production on the island, being Madeira oldest and most traditional pastry confection. The bolo de mel cake became a popular confection when the island was an important sugar producer since the cake itself is traditionally made with molasses instead of the now-popular honey, which meant it could be stored for up to 5 years. When it is served in Madeira, it is customary not to cut the cake, but rather to tear pieces off using the hands.
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Fabrica Santo Antonio
27-29 9000-079 Tv. do FornoThe oldest and most renowned maker of traditional Madeiran cakes. Specialities: "Bolo de Mel" and other traditional sweets.
Bolo de Mel - Madeira Sugarcane Honey Cake dates to the heyday of sugar production on the island, being Madeira oldest and most traditional pastry confection. The bolo de mel cake became a popular confection when the island was an important sugar producer since the cake itself is traditionally made with molasses instead of the now-popular honey, which meant it could be stored for up to 5 years. When it is served in Madeira, it is customary not to cut the cake, but rather to tear pieces off using the hands.
"Grão de Farinha" - A nice bakery and confectionery not so far from Casa dos Francelhos. Fresh bread several times a day!
Grão De Farinha, Lda.
"Grão de Farinha" - A nice bakery and confectionery not so far from Casa dos Francelhos. Fresh bread several times a day!
One of the good Pregos in Funchal. Speciality: “Prego Especial”
Prego Especial – A steak sandwich with garlic, ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato and a fried egg, traditionally presented in a “Bolo do Caco”.
Prego – A regular steak sandwich with garlic, traditionally presented in a “Bolo do Caco”.
Bolo do Caco - A flat, circular bread, shaped like a cake and thus called bolo (Portuguese for 'cake'). It is traditionally cooked on a caco, a flat basalt stone slab. The bread is usually served with garlic butter and parsley (called “Manteiga de Alho”) or eaten as a sandwich or as a Prego.
Restaurante Tangerina
3 R. das MercêsOne of the good Pregos in Funchal. Speciality: “Prego Especial”
Prego Especial – A steak sandwich with garlic, ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato and a fried egg, traditionally presented in a “Bolo do Caco”.
Prego – A regular steak sandwich with garlic, traditionally presented in a “Bolo do Caco”.
Bolo do Caco - A flat, circular bread, shaped like a cake and thus called bolo (Portuguese for 'cake'). It is traditionally cooked on a caco, a flat basalt stone slab. The bread is usually served with garlic butter and parsley (called “Manteiga de Alho”) or eaten as a sandwich or as a Prego.
A great variety of nice homemade teas and cakes! The cakes are delicious!
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Loja do Chá Madeira • Tea House Madeira ®
33 R. do SabãoA great variety of nice homemade teas and cakes! The cakes are delicious!
Café do Teatro
Avenida ArriagaA nice and beautiful place to taste cosmopolitan Funchal!
The most famous "Queijada" from Madeira.
Queijada - It is made with creamy cheese, eggs and sugar. They are small cakes flattened and rounded form with a very pleasant and characteristic flavour.
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PENHA D'ÁGUIA
8 R. de João GagoThe most famous "Queijada" from Madeira.
Queijada - It is made with creamy cheese, eggs and sugar. They are small cakes flattened and rounded form with a very pleasant and characteristic flavour.
Restaurante Armazém do Sal
135 R. da AlfândegaOne of the nicest restaurants in Funchal.
An historic and beautiful Café, recently renewed to is past glory!
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Golden Gate Grand Café
2A Av. ZarcoAn historic and beautiful Café, recently renewed to is past glory!
Pizzaria Pico Da Atalaia 2
26A Rua dos BarreirosGood Italian (Roman) style pizzas, crispy and thin!
A great place to eat a steak and good seafood very close to Funchal Marina. They brew their own beer!
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Beerhouse
Avenida Do MarA great place to eat a steak and good seafood very close to Funchal Marina. They brew their own beer!
A great newcomer in Funchal bakery business! With exceptional freshly made cakes!
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Confeitaria
28 Av. do InfanteA great newcomer in Funchal bakery business! With exceptional freshly made cakes!
Miminho
75 Av. da MadalenaExcellent birthday cakes and much more…
Clube Naval do Funchal - Head Office
Rua da Quinta CalaçaA nice sea view and traditional Madeiran dishes.
Great view over the sea and a very nice place to eat and have a drink by the sunset.
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Atlantic
179 Estrada MonumentalGreat view over the sea and a very nice place to eat and have a drink by the sunset.
Indian Palace
197 Estrada MonumentalA very good Indian restaurant.
A good “Picado” on the west part of the Island and a nice vegetable soup for children.
Picado (or Picadinho) - Traditionally consists of small cubes of beef fried with garlic and laurel leafs in a pan, served in one big dish surrounded by french fries. It is normally served to be shared among several people.
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Restaurant Olhar do Campo
99 Caminho Lombo da RochaA good “Picado” on the west part of the Island and a nice vegetable soup for children.
Picado (or Picadinho) - Traditionally consists of small cubes of beef fried with garlic and laurel leafs in a pan, served in one big dish surrounded by french fries. It is normally served to be shared among several people.
Restaurante Churrascaria Montanha
Rua Conde CarvalhalA great view over Funchal and a good Espetada.
Just open for lunch on weekdays, but serves great traditional Portuguese food by the hands of a very kind owner/cooker – Rita!
O Tasco da Rita Restaurante
Rampa dos PiornaisJust open for lunch on weekdays, but serves great traditional Portuguese food by the hands of a very kind owner/cooker – Rita!
Casa de Pasto das Eiras
15 Vereda do Pico PascoalA very informal restaurant with a tasty grilled Tuna.
A mandatory stop when visiting the peaks! Even if just for a Poncha!
Specialities: “Sopa de Tomate e Cebola”, “Poncha Tradicional”
Sopa de Tomate e Cebola – A strong soup for cold days at the Madeiran hills. Not just any old bowl of soup but a rich homemade style of tomatoes and onions soup with no added water, topped with slices of good rustic bread and a poached egg.
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Restaurante Casa De Abrigo Do Poiso
A mandatory stop when visiting the peaks! Even if just for a Poncha!
Specialities: “Sopa de Tomate e Cebola”, “Poncha Tradicional”
Sopa de Tomate e Cebola – A strong soup for cold days at the Madeiran hills. Not just any old bowl of soup but a rich homemade style of tomatoes and onions soup with no added water, topped with slices of good rustic bread and a poached egg.
Restaurante O Polar
26 Rua do Pico da TorreA great Espetada restaurant, recommended by our Guests!
One of the oldest and best Espetada restaurants in Madeira, serving the best French fries from the Island.
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As Vides Restaurant
17 R. da AchadaOne of the oldest and best Espetada restaurants in Madeira, serving the best French fries from the Island.
Restaurante Viola
596 Estr. João Gonçalves ZarcoOne of the best Espetada restaurants in Madeira.
The best “Lapas” from Madeira and such a good garlic bread and views! Specialities: "Lapas Grelhadas" and "Bolo do Caco".
Lapas Grelhadas- Limpets (lapas) are a special shellfish variety with only one shell that survives only in clear sea waters, providing it with a unique flavour. Served with garlic, butter and a squeeze of lemon, this specialty comes in a hot pan directly from the grill. Add hot Bolo do Caco with melting garlic butter and parsley and you’ll have the favourite meal starter among locals.
Bolo do Caco - A flat, circular bread, shaped like a cake and thus called bolo (Portuguese for 'cake'). It is traditionally cooked on a caco, a flat basalt stone slab.
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Praia dos Reis Magos
The best “Lapas” from Madeira and such a good garlic bread and views! Specialities: "Lapas Grelhadas" and "Bolo do Caco".
Lapas Grelhadas- Limpets (lapas) are a special shellfish variety with only one shell that survives only in clear sea waters, providing it with a unique flavour. Served with garlic, butter and a squeeze of lemon, this specialty comes in a hot pan directly from the grill. Add hot Bolo do Caco with melting garlic butter and parsley and you’ll have the favourite meal starter among locals.
Bolo do Caco - A flat, circular bread, shaped like a cake and thus called bolo (Portuguese for 'cake'). It is traditionally cooked on a caco, a flat basalt stone slab.
Fresh grilled fish, seafood and Filete de Espada have to be eaten here! Speciality: "Filete de Espada".
Filete de Espada – Espada Preto (Black scabbardfish) is a species that mainly live in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean and much appreciated in Madeira. As a fish it has an ugly look (look for them in Mercado dos Lavradores, in Funchal) but tastes good when cooked. These fish are extremely palatable, with a delicate texture and almost buttery flavour. Fillets that are seasoned with salt, bay leaves, pepper, minced garlic and lemon juice, marinated. Peeled fish fillets are then dipped in egg and flour, fried in oil and sprinkled with fresh parsley, sometimes sided with fried banana.
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MaréAlta - Peixe & Mariscos
Fresh grilled fish, seafood and Filete de Espada have to be eaten here! Speciality: "Filete de Espada".
Filete de Espada – Espada Preto (Black scabbardfish) is a species that mainly live in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean and much appreciated in Madeira. As a fish it has an ugly look (look for them in Mercado dos Lavradores, in Funchal) but tastes good when cooked. These fish are extremely palatable, with a delicate texture and almost buttery flavour. Fillets that are seasoned with salt, bay leaves, pepper, minced garlic and lemon juice, marinated. Peeled fish fillets are then dipped in egg and flour, fried in oil and sprinkled with fresh parsley, sometimes sided with fried banana.
A Tea House in the westernmost place to have great cakes and great sea views!
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Casa de Chá 'O Fio'
Rua do MiradouroA Tea House in the westernmost place to have great cakes and great sea views!
Restaurante Vila Da Carne
30 A R. Dr. João Abel de FreitasA great place to taste the Espetada Regional!
Venda da Donna Maria
51 Rua de Santa MariaExcellent "Tapas" in the heart of the Old Town area!
il Vivaldi
2 R. Conselheiro José Silvestre RibeiroA superb Italian restaurant that opened in 2018!
A privileged view over Funchal bay area, where good food is served in an atmosphere created by the most famous Interior Designer of Madeira: Nini Andrade Silva
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Design Centre Nini Andrade Silva
A privileged view over Funchal bay area, where good food is served in an atmosphere created by the most famous Interior Designer of Madeira: Nini Andrade Silva
The stewed octopuss is so good! And the traditional french fries... And the sangria...
Restaurante Snack-bar Frente Ao Sol
The stewed octopuss is so good! And the traditional french fries... And the sangria...
An exceptional traditional restaurant with old recipes from Madeira Island. Ask a little bit of different plates (there are many...) so You can have a complete experience!
It is a very nice place to have a recovering lunch after a walk in "Levada do Rei", but it is better to book ahead, mainly on weekends.
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Restaurante Cantinho Da Serra (santana)
An exceptional traditional restaurant with old recipes from Madeira Island. Ask a little bit of different plates (there are many...) so You can have a complete experience!
It is a very nice place to have a recovering lunch after a walk in "Levada do Rei", but it is better to book ahead, mainly on weekends.
A mandatory place for before or after one of the Levada walks that pass by or start in Rabaçal. To my taste, they serve by far the best Queijadas from Madeira: home made with an old recipe. Refreshments and other home made cakes are also excelent!
Rabacal Nature Spot Café
A mandatory place for before or after one of the Levada walks that pass by or start in Rabaçal. To my taste, they serve by far the best Queijadas from Madeira: home made with an old recipe. Refreshments and other home made cakes are also excelent!
Akua
6 R. Dos MurcasA recent newcomer to Funchal restaurant panorama with extraordinary reviews!
An highly recommended restaurant with great ambiance and food by Chef Julio Pereira!
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kampo
6 R. do SabãoAn highly recommended restaurant with great ambiance and food by Chef Julio Pereira!
A recent must in Funchal bakery scene! "Queijada" and "Pastel de Nata" are considered the best in town!
Kodea bakery
76 R. da AlfândegaA recent must in Funchal bakery scene! "Queijada" and "Pastel de Nata" are considered the best in town!
Aromi Pizzaria
A nice pizzeria and many more Italian dishes (with take away) !
Very nice pizzas close to Casa dos Francelhos (1km downhill). Take-away and home deliveries are welcome.
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Restaurante RATATOUILLE - FUNCHAL
2 R. da Ponte NovaVery nice pizzas close to Casa dos Francelhos (1km downhill). Take-away and home deliveries are welcome.
A very nice restaurant by the sea, a must for everyone who loves fish dishes. Take the cable car down the cliff and enjoy the beach and this great restaurant!
Restaurante Fajã dos Padres
9300 Caminho do ArieiroA very nice restaurant by the sea, a must for everyone who loves fish dishes. Take the cable car down the cliff and enjoy the beach and this great restaurant!
An excellent fish restaurant in the old town area of Funchal!
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Restaurante Gavião Novo
131 Rua de Santa MariaAn excellent fish restaurant in the old town area of Funchal!
A great place to eat, benefiting from the breath-taking landscape view of the ocean. Impeccable service, offering a cuisine based on Madeiran traditions, well presented, with refinement and elegance.
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Restaurante Quinta Do Furão
nº 6 Estrada da Quinta do FurãoA great place to eat, benefiting from the breath-taking landscape view of the ocean. Impeccable service, offering a cuisine based on Madeiran traditions, well presented, with refinement and elegance.
Restaurante Casal da Penha
1 Beco da AtaídeFantastic restaurant, cozy and with very nice views!
An old town restaurant with seafood specialities. Try the "Cavaco"!
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Restaurante A Romana
15 Largo do Corpo SantoAn old town restaurant with seafood specialities. Try the "Cavaco"!
Welcoming staff and the food is carefully homemade! Specials include mainland Portugal traditional dishes.
Restaurante Velha Cabra
8 Rua das DificuldadesWelcoming staff and the food is carefully homemade! Specials include mainland Portugal traditional dishes.
A very special place to enjoy an excellent traditional meal after a Levada walk! Booking is mandatory as it is not open on a daily basis!
Casa dos Salgados Coffee Bar
Caminho Municipal dos SalgadosA very special place to enjoy an excellent traditional meal after a Levada walk! Booking is mandatory as it is not open on a daily basis!
A very popular bar/cafe among youngsters with an excellent "Prego no Bolo do Caco" and other traditional Madeiran dishes.
Bela 5 Snack Bar
5A Rua Bela São TiagoA very popular bar/cafe among youngsters with an excellent "Prego no Bolo do Caco" and other traditional Madeiran dishes.
The ex-Ottavia Gelateria keeps selling the best ice-cream in Funchal, made by an Italian couple!
Sao Sabores
67 Rua Queimada CimaThe ex-Ottavia Gelateria keeps selling the best ice-cream in Funchal, made by an Italian couple!
Arts & Culture
Funchal Katedral
Rua do AljubeFunchal´s Cathedral
One of the most beautiful squares in Funchal where some of the most iconic monuments and museums are located.
Paços do Concelho do Funchal
One of the most beautiful squares in Funchal where some of the most iconic monuments and museums are located.
The University of Madeira Rectorship is located in a old and beautiful religious building that deserves your visit!
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Jesuit College of Funchal
Rua dos Ferreiros EstradaThe University of Madeira Rectorship is located in a old and beautiful religious building that deserves your visit!
In my view point, the most beautiful church of Madeira, richly ornamented and painted, built by the Jesuits order.
Church of St. John the Evangelist (College Church)
Largo do ColégioIn my view point, the most beautiful church of Madeira, richly ornamented and painted, built by the Jesuits order.
A traditional manor house with beatiful gardens and a very interesting collection of old furniture, jewellery, ceramics and sculpture. And a bar/restaurant with great views over the Funchal bay!
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Museu Quinta das Cruzes
A traditional manor house with beatiful gardens and a very interesting collection of old furniture, jewellery, ceramics and sculpture. And a bar/restaurant with great views over the Funchal bay!
Collections of sculpture, paintings, prints, furniture, ceramics, crystals dating from the 17th to 19th centuries. A special structure was built to accommodate a very interesting and important glazed tiles collection.
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Frederico de Freitas Museum
nº7 Calçada de Santa ClaraCollections of sculpture, paintings, prints, furniture, ceramics, crystals dating from the 17th to 19th centuries. A special structure was built to accommodate a very interesting and important glazed tiles collection.
One of the oldest (16th. century) and most well preserved museums in Funchal.
It houses collections of paintings, sculptures, jewellery and garments.
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Sacred Art Museum of Funchal
21 R. do Bpo.One of the oldest (16th. century) and most well preserved museums in Funchal.
It houses collections of paintings, sculptures, jewellery and garments.
A recent space dedicated to Madeiran football star, Cristiano Ronaldo!
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CR7 Museum
Nº27 Av. Sá CarneiroA recent space dedicated to Madeiran football star, Cristiano Ronaldo!
It is an urban fortress built to defend the port of Funchal that holds a contemporary art museum nowadays and 14 years ago hosted my wedding party! Great views over Funchal bay and a nice restaurant!
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Forte de São Tiago
8 Tv. do ForteIt is an urban fortress built to defend the port of Funchal that holds a contemporary art museum nowadays and 14 years ago hosted my wedding party! Great views over Funchal bay and a nice restaurant!
Fortress of Saint Lawrence is an historical monument and political symbol of the Autonomous Region of Madeira built in the beginning of the 16th century in order to protect the people of Funchal. It also hosts the Madeira Military Museum.
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Palácio De São Lourenço
Avenida ZarcoFortress of Saint Lawrence is an historical monument and political symbol of the Autonomous Region of Madeira built in the beginning of the 16th century in order to protect the people of Funchal. It also hosts the Madeira Military Museum.
A beautiful church with an amazing view over the Funchal city and bay areas.
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Igreja Paroquial de Nossa Senhora do Monte / Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Monte
1 Rampa da SacristiaA beautiful church with an amazing view over the Funchal city and bay areas.
Painted Doors Project - Almost every door is painted or decorated by guest artists.
Rua de Santa Maria, Funchal
2 Rua de Santa MariaPainted Doors Project - Almost every door is painted or decorated by guest artists.
It offers a unique chronological and interactive journey through the last 600 years of Madeira Island history.
Madeira Film Experience
Rua Conselheiro José Silvestre RibeiroIt offers a unique chronological and interactive journey through the last 600 years of Madeira Island history.
Drinks & Nightlife
The most renowned Poncha bar for passion-fruit and fisherman poncha varieties!
Poncha - Poncha is a traditional alcoholic drink, made with aguardente de cana (distilled alcohol made from sugar cane juice), honey, sugar, orange/lemon juice and with different fruit juices according to the version of poncha, but traditionally lemon juice is used. The more traditional versions – “à Pescador” (Fishermen style - with lemon and lemon peel) and “Tradicional” (with orange juice also) are stronger and famous for their healing power. More recently, Poncha Maracujá (with passionfruit) and Poncha Tangerina (with tangerine) made their appearance and became very popular for their softness.
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Bar Number Two
nº 2 Largo do PoçoThe most renowned Poncha bar for passion-fruit and fisherman poncha varieties!
Poncha - Poncha is a traditional alcoholic drink, made with aguardente de cana (distilled alcohol made from sugar cane juice), honey, sugar, orange/lemon juice and with different fruit juices according to the version of poncha, but traditionally lemon juice is used. The more traditional versions – “à Pescador” (Fishermen style - with lemon and lemon peel) and “Tradicional” (with orange juice also) are stronger and famous for their healing power. More recently, Poncha Maracujá (with passionfruit) and Poncha Tangerina (with tangerine) made their appearance and became very popular for their softness.
A small wine company, family owned, with the most special Madeira wines from the Island!
Vinhos Barbeito
A small wine company, family owned, with the most special Madeira wines from the Island!
Taberna da Poncha
A mandatory stop for traditional Poncha!
An excellent place for a sunset drink, just above the sea and the Barrerinha Beach Complex.
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Barreirinha Bar Café
Largo do SocorroAn excellent place for a sunset drink, just above the sea and the Barrerinha Beach Complex.
A great place in Funchal downtown area to taste a very nice Passion Fruit "Poncha" and also non-alcoholic versions of this traditional drink!
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Rei da Poncha
147 Rampa do CidrãoA great place in Funchal downtown area to taste a very nice Passion Fruit "Poncha" and also non-alcoholic versions of this traditional drink!
The 5 o'clock tea at the balcony or a drink at sunset have a charm like no other in Madeira! Be sure to book in advance to make sure You get a nice place in the most iconic hotel in Madeira.
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
139 Estrada MonumentalThe 5 o'clock tea at the balcony or a drink at sunset have a charm like no other in Madeira! Be sure to book in advance to make sure You get a nice place in the most iconic hotel in Madeira.
Paladares
110 Rua Maria AscensãoAs a beer brand states: "Probably the best Wine Bar in Madeira!"
An exceptionally decorated wine bar that serves traditional table wines from Madeira along with a very complete assortment of Portuguese wines
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Porto de abrigo
Avenida Marcos Marques RosaAn exceptionally decorated wine bar that serves traditional table wines from Madeira along with a very complete assortment of Portuguese wines
Parks & Nature
An old sugar cane mill (Engenho Hilton) transformed in a contemporary urban garden, with extensive lawns, a children playground and a café, and less then 10 min. walking distance from to Casa dos Francelhos...
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Jardim de Santa Luzia
An old sugar cane mill (Engenho Hilton) transformed in a contemporary urban garden, with extensive lawns, a children playground and a café, and less then 10 min. walking distance from to Casa dos Francelhos...
The closest beach from Casa dos Francelhos (just a 25min. walk) in the Old Town area.
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Complexo Balnear Barreirinha
281 Rua de Santa MariaThe closest beach from Casa dos Francelhos (just a 25min. walk) in the Old Town area.
The natural swimming pools at Porto Moniz are formed by volcanic lava, naturally filled with crystal-clear sea water.
The natural pools of Porto Moniz are the highlight of the village of Porto Moniz.
The natural salt water swimming pools are made up of volcanic rock, into which the sea flows naturally.
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Naturlige svømmebassiner
The natural swimming pools at Porto Moniz are formed by volcanic lava, naturally filled with crystal-clear sea water.
The natural pools of Porto Moniz are the highlight of the village of Porto Moniz.
The natural salt water swimming pools are made up of volcanic rock, into which the sea flows naturally.
Prainha, not far away from the point of São Lourenço, is a black sand beach of volcanic origin that offers the opportunity for an unusual day at the beach.
The landscape surrounding this beach is a stark contrast to that found on most of the rest of the island. Here, the usual shades of green are replaced by an arid landscape of yellows, browns and oranges.
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Praia do Caniçal
9 R. do PescadorPrainha, not far away from the point of São Lourenço, is a black sand beach of volcanic origin that offers the opportunity for an unusual day at the beach.
The landscape surrounding this beach is a stark contrast to that found on most of the rest of the island. Here, the usual shades of green are replaced by an arid landscape of yellows, browns and oranges.
In my opinion, it is the most beautiful beach in Madeira! Its clear, blue waters and no crowds makes it very special. And it has a bar!
Praia da Ribeira de Natal
In my opinion, it is the most beautiful beach in Madeira! Its clear, blue waters and no crowds makes it very special. And it has a bar!
A black sand beach created "by accident" that incredible views over the waterfalls and riffs of Madeira's north coast.
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Praia do Porto do Seixal
A black sand beach created "by accident" that incredible views over the waterfalls and riffs of Madeira's north coast.
One of my preferred walks in the North Coast! Do not forget to see (and climb a little...) the waterfalls. And avoid weekends so You can enjoy a more peacefull walk!
Levada dos Cedros
One of my preferred walks in the North Coast! Do not forget to see (and climb a little...) the waterfalls. And avoid weekends so You can enjoy a more peacefull walk!
An easy and nice Levada walk with nice waterfalls at the end! Avoid weekends and early mornings so You can enjoy a calmer tour!
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Levada do Alecrim
An easy and nice Levada walk with nice waterfalls at the end! Avoid weekends and early mornings so You can enjoy a calmer tour!
A great walk in the north-east coast of Madeira with splendid views of the ocean and the traditional Laurisilva forest! Be more careful on rainy and windy days!
Vereda Do Larano
A great walk in the north-east coast of Madeira with splendid views of the ocean and the traditional Laurisilva forest! Be more careful on rainy and windy days!
The most beautiful walk You can do in Madeira (at least for me!). Difficult but very very rewarding!
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PR1 Vereda do Areeiro
The most beautiful walk You can do in Madeira (at least for me!). Difficult but very very rewarding!
The closest beach access from Casa dos Francelhos! Great to combine with a snack and drink at Barreirinha Bar Café (its outdoor tables are just at the beach entrance). Please remember that "beach" in Madeira means a place with sea access (almost never with sand).
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Praia da Barreirinha
3 Largo do SocorroThe closest beach access from Casa dos Francelhos! Great to combine with a snack and drink at Barreirinha Bar Café (its outdoor tables are just at the beach entrance). Please remember that "beach" in Madeira means a place with sea access (almost never with sand).
A beautiful walk in the heart of the Laurissilva forest. Avoid weekends and early morning schedules to enjoy a calmer ride!
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PR18 Levada Do Rei
A beautiful walk in the heart of the Laurissilva forest. Avoid weekends and early morning schedules to enjoy a calmer ride!
Travel within the ancient Madeiran forest and enjoy sceneries that always make me remember the "Lord of the Rings" landscapes. Just magic!
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PR13 Vereda do Fanal
ER209Travel within the ancient Madeiran forest and enjoy sceneries that always make me remember the "Lord of the Rings" landscapes. Just magic!
A very easy walk that will make You want to explore much more of the Madeira's Laurissilva forest !
Um caminho para todos
A very easy walk that will make You want to explore much more of the Madeira's Laurissilva forest !
A walk that goes up and down constantly and goes into the heart of the Island. So beautiful and chalenging!
PR1.3 Vereda da Encumeada
A walk that goes up and down constantly and goes into the heart of the Island. So beautiful and chalenging!
A very pleasant Levada walk on Madeira's northwest (in websites or digital maps, look for PR7, as this walk is also known by other names). A long and enjoyable ride!
Levada do Moinho
Levada do MoinhoA very pleasant Levada walk on Madeira's northwest (in websites or digital maps, look for PR7, as this walk is also known by other names). A long and enjoyable ride!
Understandably, one of the most visited places in Madeira: amazing gardens and an unique view of the Funchal bay.
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Madeira Botanical Garden
Understandably, one of the most visited places in Madeira: amazing gardens and an unique view of the Funchal bay.
A beautiful 7 ha garden that hosts plants and trees from all over the world.
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Monte Palace Tropical Garden
4 Caminho do MonteA beautiful 7 ha garden that hosts plants and trees from all over the world.
A romantic garden, lots of space for kids' adventures and a view point over the Machico valley.
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Quinta do Santo (Santo António Da Serra)
497 ER207A romantic garden, lots of space for kids' adventures and a view point over the Machico valley.
Shopping
A must see place in Funchal (not to buy...)! This iconic, and still working, fish and vegetables market has a mix of colours, sounds and smells that a visitor cannot escape from. Visiting until 10 am will enable you to see the freshly fished scabbard fish and tuna before being sold to restaurants and supermarkets.
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Bonde marked
A must see place in Funchal (not to buy...)! This iconic, and still working, fish and vegetables market has a mix of colours, sounds and smells that a visitor cannot escape from. Visiting until 10 am will enable you to see the freshly fished scabbard fish and tuna before being sold to restaurants and supermarkets.
Supermarket and the other usual shopping maul stores (open everyday, except Jan 1 and Dec 25).
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La Vie
9 Rua Dr. Brito CâmaraSupermarket and the other usual shopping maul stores (open everyday, except Jan 1 and Dec 25).
Supermarket and other shops at 1,5 km from Casa dos Francelhos.
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Centro Comercial Anadia
27 Rua Do Visconde De AnadiaSupermarket and other shops at 1,5 km from Casa dos Francelhos.
A nice supermarket in La Vie Shopping maul, affordable, with a good (and also international assortment), easy to get by car and with lots of parking space. The shopping maul offers also opportunities to visit a variety of shops!
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Pingo Doce
C. C Entrada PrincipalA nice supermarket in La Vie Shopping maul, affordable, with a good (and also international assortment), easy to get by car and with lots of parking space. The shopping maul offers also opportunities to visit a variety of shops!
Located at Anadia Shopping, it is the best option for an affordable supermarket to those who stay at Casa dos Francelhos and prefer public transportation.
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Pingo Doce
C. C Entrada PrincipalLocated at Anadia Shopping, it is the best option for an affordable supermarket to those who stay at Casa dos Francelhos and prefer public transportation.
Entertainment & Activities
Beautiful views over Funchal area in a 15min trip from downtown to Monte!
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Teleférico do Funchal
Beautiful views over Funchal area in a 15min trip from downtown to Monte!
Stands Mount
An iconic symbol of Madeira, not cheap, but a must!
From Monte to the beautiful Botanical Gardens (and back), this cable car offers a fantastic aerial trip between two hills over Funchal.
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Jardim Botânico svævebane
From Monte to the beautiful Botanical Gardens (and back), this cable car offers a fantastic aerial trip between two hills over Funchal.
A wonderful resting place for a refreshment and some tapas at the end of the "Ponta de São Lourenço" foot track. And You can take a swim at Cais do Sardinha transparent waters and hire a boat to take You back to Quinta do Lorde marina.
Centro de Receção Casa do Sardinha
A wonderful resting place for a refreshment and some tapas at the end of the "Ponta de São Lourenço" foot track. And You can take a swim at Cais do Sardinha transparent waters and hire a boat to take You back to Quinta do Lorde marina.
Quinta Das Vinhas
Caminho dos SerrõesA great place to taste and feel Madeiran table wines and vineyards
A small and beautiful village by the sea in Madeira's south coast. Peaceful and with incredible sea views along the promenade!
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Jardim Do Mar
A small and beautiful village by the sea in Madeira's south coast. Peaceful and with incredible sea views along the promenade!
A small beach complex with a natural swimming pool of volcanic origin and direct access to the sea.
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Piscinas naturais
66 Rua da Ponta da CruzA small beach complex with a natural swimming pool of volcanic origin and direct access to the sea.
A small but very welcoming beach complex with cristal waters, a diving school and a nice bar/restaurant.
Lido Galomar
Rua Baden PowellA small but very welcoming beach complex with cristal waters, a diving school and a nice bar/restaurant.
The Whale Museum bears witness to the entire history of whaling and the activities associated with it. In my opinion one of the most interesting museums of Madeira.
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Hvalmuseet
nº1 R. Garcia MonizThe Whale Museum bears witness to the entire history of whaling and the activities associated with it. In my opinion one of the most interesting museums of Madeira.
Grocery Essentials
Rua do Comboio 71A
71A Rua do ComboioNamed "Super do Comboio" is located 100 meters away from Casa dos Francelhos...
A fruit and vegetable shop, with local produce and reasonable prices compared to the Farmers' Market.
Frutaria do Anadia
17B Rua Do Visconde De AnadiaA fruit and vegetable shop, with local produce and reasonable prices compared to the Farmers' Market.