The Madeira Islands are a stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic — a place of lush greenery and rugged mountains 1,000km from the European mainland. where you can hike in the morning, surf in the afternoon, and finish your day in a fine restaurant where the breathtaking view is complemented by unforgettable Mediterranean or traditional Madeira cuisine.
Restaurants in Madeira Islands
4.5 based on 479 reviews
If you want to step in the footsteps of the first explorers then come here and see the amazing Convent which is still in use today. It is so worth the climb up the hill!
4.5 based on 3,403 reviews
Acquired in 1840 by Charles Ridpath Blandy, the Blandy's Wine Lodge has always been and is still an integral part of the production of Blandy's Madeira Wine. Located in the center of Funchal, Blandy's Wine Lodge allows visitors to Madeira an opportunity to experience first hand Madeira Wine in the making. Our tours will guide you through some of the history of the wine, its development and evolution, as well as the opportunity to taste the various styles of Madeira. Blandy's Madeira celebrated its bicentennial in 2011, the Blandy Wine Lodges give you a privileged perspective on 200 years of Madeira Wine. The lodge was bought by Charles Ridpath in the mid-19th century and not only was it an extremely valuable property, but was also very useful due to the fact that it was directly connected to the family's town house. Each one of the Lodge's rooms have their own character and due to the differing temperatures and humidity, the wines all have differing ageing profiles based on their location within the lodge. The eastern warehouse holds wine dating back to 1920 and the family's private vintage collection is held within thick stone walls, below the ground floor. The museum holds artefacts that include letters from Sir. Winston Churchill, coins from Blandy's bank and the island's oldest wooden lagar, dating back to the 17th Century. Murals from the renowned German artist Max Romer decorate the tasting room and references from the company's wide range of vintage wines are held in the sala frasqueira. Today the Lodge is the heart of the family's wine business where over 650 casks, tonnels and vats are stored, ageing the finest of the family's wines in the traditional canteiro method.
We did the 45 minute tour; brilliant guide, plenty to see, two different styles of Madeira wine to sample at the end of the tour, with the possibility of paying a very reasonable amount to sample many other wines, which we did! If you then buy a bottle of the wine that you sampled, the cost of the sample is deducted from the purchase price (and an additional 10% deducted if you had done the tour, so we ended up with two nice bottles of Madeira for 16.40 euros. Most helpfully, they give you a voucher to pick up the bottles at the airport after you have gone through security.
4.5 based on 63 reviews
This is the President's garden and is generally open on weekdays . It is attached to the Santa Catarinha park and entrance is 1 Euro (bargain) Immaculately kept(well done to the gardeners) and full of interest with lovely views over the port . Not keen on the caged birds,macaws and peacocks which looked sad and bored and needed bigger cages and enrichment or even freedom but the gardens themselves were lovely
4.5 based on 565 reviews
Founded by royal charter of D. Sebastiao in 1569, the Jesuits' College of Funchal marked, throughout the centuries, the lives of the inhabitants of Madeira Island. For more than 400 years of history, it served a number of tenants, from British invaders to the University of Madeira, coming to serve as a military facility and a number of schools. Despite its military applications, it has always kept a close relationship with education. Portrayed as "one of the most remarkable buildings that exist in the island" by historian and professor at the University of Madeira Rui Carita, the Jesuits' College of Funchal is the stage of a cultural and scientific awareness project lead by the Students' Union meant for both local residents and visitors of the region. The inauguration of another Gaudeamus - AAUMa Academic Store at the entrance of the College was the starting point of its opening for the general public. Added to it was a circuit of autonomous tours of the College, as well as monthly gatherings for Coimbra Fado and a service of guided tours, whose circuit includes reserved areas of the University of Madeira Rectory, among others. The Students' Union has also published The Jesuits' College of Funchal - A History, by Rui Carita, a book that narrates the history of the College, its tenants and its transformations throughout the centuries. These are projects that, above all, show the spirit of this institution, which benefits from a precious asset both scarce and undervalued in this country; the volunteer work and the dedication of a solid team. Everyone's contribute will be vital, even if in the form of a simple visit to our store. Only then will we be able to continue financing all of the projects that we have to offer to both our associates and the population, whether free of charge or under a symbolic price.
The facade is magnificent, so is the typical Jesuit interior of the church. Drop in when you are in the neighborhood, it is worth the effort
4.5 based on 2 reviews
DESIGN CENTER NINI ANDRADE SILVA is located in the emblematic building of Molhe - Fortaleza Nossa Senhora da Conceição, once the home of Gonçalves Zarco, a former Portuguese navigator and colonizer of the Madeira Archipelago. Acting and dynamic, the Design Center Nini Andrade Silva, intends to assume as a space of experiences, emotions and sharing with the best view of the city of Funchal!
4.0 based on 88 reviews
Stunning views, fun walk. Handy tip: While you're in the area also visit Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu and Manor Estate of the Crosses Museum (Quinta das Cruzes)... these are about 5 minutes below the fort, and have tea shops (Quinta has a cafe). This area and Monte Palace are the highlights of Funchal.
3.5 based on 857 reviews
There isn’t too much to see in Santana but I love coming here. There is a free car park just opposite the traditional houses with a free toilet. There are 5 houses each selling things like souvenirs, traditional foods and plants. They are really cute. Opposite (and above the car park) there’s a small market selling fruits. There’s also an Aladdin’s den of a souvenir shop on the corner. A highlight for me was going into the old house which is done up as it would have been with the kitchen, bathroom and beds etc. Manuel greeted us here with a coffee liqueur and a biscuit and took some expert photos of us outside the house. You can find him right at the top of R. Dr. João Abel de Freitas Médico. You’ll see the traditional house. Just go on in! Certainly a highlight!
3.5 based on 403 reviews
Despite rather mixed TA reviews my wife and I thorougly enjoyed our evening dining at 'the Fort'. We arranged to be picked up from our hotel (Jardins do Lago) in their vintage Austin 10 (cost 15 euros - a taxi would have cost at least 10 euros). The driver drove us through the old town honking his horn all the way - we laughed the whole way to the restaurant. Our meal was first class so no complaints from us - however the next table were extremely unhappy - they were there before us and only received their main course as we were about to leave - they sent it straight back! Not sure what went wrong. Anyway, we would certainly return.
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