Interactive Map of Madeira
Explore the top landmarks and excursions around Madeira, from Funchal to the levadas, the peaks, and Porto Santo. Click any marker to learn more.
Funchal landmarks
Day trips & excursions
Blandy's Wine Lodge Blandy's Wine Lodge in central Funchal: how Madeira wine is fortified and aged, the four noble grapes, and what a tasting actually involves. Cabo Girão Cabo Girão's free glass skywalk hangs 580m above Câmara de Lobos. How to get there, when to go and what you'll see below. Calheta Calheta's imported gold-sand beach and marina, plus how to use the town as a base for Paul do Mar and Ponta do Pargo. Câmara de Lobos: Madeira's Fishing Village of Poncha and Churchill Câmara de Lobos: Madeira's colourful fishing port, Winston Churchill's painting spot, and where to drink poncha the pescador way, ten minutes from Funchal. Caniço: Madeira's Diving Coast Base Caniço de Baixo is Madeira's best-known dive base: warm water, a modern seafront and easy access from Funchal. Curral das Freiras: The Valley of the Nuns Curral das Freiras: Madeira's cirque valley of the Nuns, the Eira do Serrado viewpoint above it, and the village known for chestnuts and liqueur. Fanal, Madeira's Ancient Fog Forest Fanal's centuries-old til trees rise from drifting mist on the Paul da Serra plateau - but only when the fog arrives. Here's when to go. Funchal Botanical Garden Funchal Botanical Garden sits above the city with tropical and endemic plants. Here's how to get there, what to see, and how long to stay. Funchal Old Town & Rua de Santa Maria Zona Velha's painted doors, evening terraces and the Art Deco Mercado dos Lavradores fish hall, in Funchal's old town. Funchal: Madeira's Capital City Guide Funchal guide: Zona Velha's painted doors, Mercado dos Lavradores, and the cable car to Monte — the city that anchors every trip to Madeira. Laurissilva: Madeira's Ancient Laurel Forest Madeira's Laurissilva is a Tertiary-era laurel forest, UNESCO-listed since 1999 and the largest surviving stand of its kind on Earth. Levada das 25 Fontes & Levada do Risco, Rabaçal Walking the Levada das 25 Fontes and Levada do Risco at Rabaçal: the compulsory shuttle, the trail fee, and what each walk actually involves. Levada do Caldeirão Verde: The Long Way Through the Tunnels The Levada do Caldeirão Verde: a 13km walk from the Queimadas through four unlit tunnels to a waterfall pool. Permits, timing and what to pack. Machico Machico is where Madeira's story begins: an imported golden beach, a 1419 landing site, a working fishing harbour and a gateway to the wild east. Mercado dos Lavradores Funchal's 1940 Art Deco market: flowers, tropical fruit, the fish hall's black scabbard fish, opening hours, and the fruit-tasting trap to avoid. Monte Monte above Funchal: the cable car up, the church and Emperor Charles I's tomb, and the wicker toboggan run down to Livramento. Monte Palace Tropical Garden The Monte Palace Tropical Garden above Funchal: azulejo tile murals, koi lakes, a volcanic rock garden and shaded paths across the hillside grounds. Pico do Arieiro Madeira's only drive-up summit: 1,818m, sunrise above the clouds when the weather allows, cold mornings, and the start of the Vereda do Arieiro. Pico Ruivo: Madeira's Highest Peak Madeira's highest peak at 1,862m, reached only on foot via the short Achada do Teixeira path or the full PR1 traverse from Pico do Arieiro. Ponta de São Lourenço: The Bare East Coast Walk Ponta de São Lourenço is Madeira's bare, red-rock peninsula walk: exposed, windswept, permit-required, and nothing like the shaded levadas further west. Porto Moniz Porto Moniz's natural lava pools: paid pools with changing rooms versus the free wild pools, and why the north swell shuts them without warning. Porto Moniz Natural Pools Porto Moniz's lava pools explained: paid pools with changing rooms vs free wild pools, tide closures, and how to plan a visit that might not happen. Porto Santo Beach Nine kilometres of golden sand on Porto Santo, reached by ferry or a 15-minute flight from Funchal — what to know before you cross. Porto Santo, Madeira's Golden-Sand Island Porto Santo's nine kilometres of golden sand, 43km from Madeira by ferry or a 15-minute flight — what to see, when to go and how to get there. PR1: Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Madeira's classic high-mountain traverse: 7km, three tunnels, basalt stairs, 3-4 hours one way. What the PR1 actually demands. Rabaçal Rabaçal is the trailhead for 25 Fontes and Levada do Risco — reached only by a paid shuttle from the car park, never by private car. Santana & the Thatched Houses Santana's red, white and blue thatched casas de colmo explained: what they are, which ones you can visit, and why they're reconstructions. São Vicente: Lava Caves and the North Coast Village São Vicente's lava caves: 700m of volcanic tubes formed 890,000 years ago, plus the village, the volcanism centre and how to fit it into a north coast day. Seixal Seixal's black-sand beach, lava-carved natural pools and roadside waterfalls on Madeira's north coast — plus why the pools aren't always safe to enter. The Funchal–Monte Cable Car The 2000-built cable car climbs from Funchal's Zona Velha to Monte in 15 minutes over 560m — tickets, timing and what awaits at the top. The Monte Toboggan Run Madeira's wicker toboggan from Monte since 1850: how the carreiros steer it, what it costs, and why it never goes back to Funchal. Achadas da Cruz Cable Car The service cable car at Achadas da Cruz drops 450m to a working faja on Madeira's west coast — spectacular, short, and often closed by wind. Calheta Beach: Madeira's Golden Sand on the West Coast Calheta's golden-sand beach and marina on Madeira's west coast: what it is, how it differs from Machico, and how to plan a day there. Camacha: Life on Madeira's Farming Plateau Camacha is Madeira's cool, terraced farming plateau between Funchal and the east coast — a quiet stop, not a headline sight. Caniçal & the Whale Museum Caniçal was Madeira's last whaling port until 1981. Today its museum and boat trips tell how a hunting village became a whale sanctuary. Desertas Islands: Madeira's Forbidden Nature Reserve A strict nature reserve 25km off Madeira, home to the Mediterranean monk seal. No public landings — boat trips approach without going ashore. Eira do Serrado: The Viewpoint Over Curral das Freiras Eira do Serrado is a short, car-accessible viewpoint over the Curral das Freiras cirque — a dramatic view with almost no walking required. Faial & the Eagle Rock Faial sits beneath the Penha de Aguia on Madeira's north coast: a quiet village, a dramatic rock promontory, and a short trail on foot, not by car. Funchal Cathedral (Sé) The Sé anchors Funchal's Zona Velha at the top of Rua da Sé — where it stands, what it looks like, and how long to spend there. Funchal Cruise Port: A Short Call Ashore How to spend a short cruise call in Funchal: walking time to the old town, taxi options for Monte, and what not to attempt in one day. Funchal Marina & Waterfront Funchal's marina and waterfront: the promenade, boat trips and cruise quay — a modern harbour, not the old town's cobbled centre. Garajau: Madeira's Marine Reserve and Cristo Rei A protected reserve of tame brown groupers since 1986, watched over by Madeira's 1927 Cristo Rei — how to dive Garajau responsibly, and when to visit. Jardim do Mar A cliffside fishing village on Madeira's west coast, reached by a hairpin road, with cobbled lanes and none of the resort crowds. Levada dos Balcões An easy hour-long walk from Ribeiro Frio to the best low-effort view of Pico Ruivo and Pico das Torres in Madeira. Madeira Airport: Landing at Cristiano Ronaldo Airport Madeira's airport sits on a clifftop runway extension over the sea, with a reputation for crosswind landings and winter diversions to Porto Santo. Paul da Serra & Fanal Madeira's only plateau: flat, windswept, often fogbound, with Fanal's twisted ancient laurel trees at its edge. What to expect, honestly. Paul do Mar Paul do Mar is Madeira's raw west-coast surf village: black rock, big swells and a working harbour — not a swimming beach like nearby Calheta. Ponta do Pargo: Lighthouse at the Edge of Madeira Ponta do Pargo, Madeira's westernmost point: lighthouse, cliffs and Atlantic sunsets, plus honest driving and practical tips. Ponta do Sol Ponta do Sol on Madeira's west coast: banana terraces, one of the island's sunniest microclimates, and a quiet riverside village with no natural beach. Porto da Cruz Porto da Cruz is a cliff-locked fishing village on Madeira's north coast, where the road runs out before the coastline turns wild again to the east. Queimadas Queimadas forest park is the trailhead for the 13km Levada do Caldeirão Verde: four unlit tunnels, a torch essential, and a paid PR trail permit. Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro: Madeira's Private English Garden Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro is a private English-style garden near Funchal, distinct from Madeira's public Botanical Garden. Visiting hours, prices, tips. Ribeira Brava Ribeira Brava's fort, blue-tiled church and square, and why this coastal town is Madeira's key junction towards Paul da Serra and Rabaçal. Ribeiro Frio Ribeiro Frio is the drive-in start for the short, view-rich Levada dos Balcões and the longer forest walk to Portela on the Levada do Furado. Santa Cruz: Madeira's Airport Town Santa Cruz is home to Madeira's runway-on-stilts airport, known for crosswinds and real winter diversions to Porto Santo or Las Palmas. São Jorge A cliffside village between São Vicente and Faial, seen from the coast road rather than explored on foot. São Vicente Caves & the Volcanism Centre Inside Madeira's 890,000-year-old lava tubes at São Vicente: what the caves and volcanism centre show, ticket basics, and how to plan the visit. Seixal: Black Sand Beach and Natural Pools on Madeira's North Coast Seixal's black-sand beach, wild natural pools and roadside waterfalls make it the north coast's most photogenic, least polished stop. The CR7 Museum The CR7 Museum in central Funchal traces Cristiano Ronaldo's career in trophies and memorabilia. Not to be confused with the airport that shares his name. The Levada do Risco & 25 Fontes: Rabaçal's Shuttle-Only Trail Rabaçal's two classic walks: the short Levada do Risco and the longer Levada das 25 Fontes, reached only by the compulsory shuttle from the car park. The Lido & Praia Formosa Funchal's seafront pools and coastal walkway from the Lido to Praia Formosa: what's swimmable, what's walkable, and why the beach isn't golden sand. The Porto Santo Ferry: Crossing from Madeira How to cross from Funchal to Porto Santo: the 2h15 ferry, the 15-minute flight, and why winter sailings get cancelled. Vila Baleira, Porto Santo Vila Baleira, Porto Santo's capital: the Casa Colombo, the town Columbus knew, and the nine-kilometre beach that starts at its edge. Achada do Teixeira: The Short Way Up Pico Ruivo Achada do Teixeira is the short, paid trail (PR1.2) to Pico Ruivo, Madeira's summit - about 2.8km one way, no long traverse needed. Arco de São Jorge & the Rosas Garden A quiet farming village on Madeira's north coast, known for banana and vine terraces and the Rosas garden, between São Jorge and Porto da Cruz. Boaventura & Ponta Delgada: A Quiet North Coast Stop A quiet cliff-top pause on Madeira's north coast, between Santana and São Vicente — a stop to fold into a drive, not a destination on its own. Boca da Encumeada, the Col Between North and South Boca da Encumeada is Madeira's central mountain pass, with views of both coasts on a clear day — though a clear day on both sides is never guaranteed. Campanário Campanário is a quiet terraced village on Madeira's west coast, between Câmara de Lobos and Ribeira Brava — a scenic stop, not a sight in itself. Canhas & the Ponta do Sol Uplands Canhas is Madeira's terraced farming country above Ponta do Sol, and the road on to the Paul da Serra plateau. Caniço de Baixo: Madeira's Diving Coast Caniço de Baixo is Madeira's low-key diving base beside the Garajau reserve, with warm, clear water and dive centres for every level. Columbus House, Porto Santo The Casa Colombo museum in Vila Baleira, where Columbus lived and married Filipa Moniz around 1479. What's inside and why it matters. Estreito da Calheta: Terraces Above the Coast Estreito da Calheta: the terraced farming village above Calheta's coastal resort, with old levadas, banana plantations and no direct beach access. Estreito de Câmara de Lobos: The Village Above the Vines Estreito de Câmara de Lobos: the terraced wine village above the port, not the harbour itself, with vineyards, poncha and clifftop views. Machico Beach: Madeira's Imported Golden Sand Machico's golden beach isn't natural — its sand was imported in 2008. What that means for your visit, and how it compares to volcanic Prainha next door. Madalena do Mar Madalena do Mar is a working fishing village on Madeira's west coast, framed by banana terraces and a black pebble shore, with no tourist infrastructure Pico do Facho Porto Santo's highest point, a short drive from Vila Baleira with the island's widest panorama over the beach and coastline. Pico dos Barcelos Pico dos Barcelos: a hillside viewpoint minutes from Funchal, with wide views over the bay, the city and the hills behind it. Prainha: Madeira's Natural Black-Sand Beach Prainha is Madeira's only natural black-sand beach, near Caniçal on the wild east coast — smaller, rawer and far less sheltered than Machico. Prazeres Prazeres is a quiet farming hamlet above Madeira's west coast cliffs, all dairy pasture and apple orchards, with no single sight to chase. Quinta Grande & Fajã dos Padres Quinta Grande's private cable car drops to Fajã dos Padres, a banana-covered ledge reachable only by wire or by boat, with one restaurant at sea level. Santa Catarina Park Santa Catarina Park in central Funchal: a harbour-view garden for a short pause, not a half-day outing. What to see in twenty minutes. Santo da Serra Santo da Serra is Madeira's green, breezy interior plateau near the east coast — golf, forest walks and a climate nothing like Funchal's. São Martinho & the Western Suburbs of Funchal São Martinho is a quiet hillside suburb west of central Funchal, known for sunset views over the bay rather than sights to tick off. São Tiago Fortress The ochre-walled 17th-century fort guarding Funchal's Zona Velha: a photogenic 15-minute stop, not a half-day out. Serra de Água & the Encumeada Road Serra de Água and the winding Encumeada pass road: the narrow mountain route linking Madeira's south and north, with driving notes and viewpoints.