Funchal Madeira 7 Day Itinerary

July 10, 2024

Title: 7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Funchal, Madeira

Day 1: Arrival & Downtown Funchal

🏨 Accommodation: Stay in the city center for easy access to main attractions. Recommended hotels include Quinta da Casa Branca and The Vine Hotel.
🚇 Transportation: The city is easily explored on foot, but consider getting a Madeira Card for unlimited use of public transport.
🏛️ Activities: Visit the [Madeira Botanical Garden](https://www.jard do-mundo. Madeira.pt/), Madeira Museum, and Cable Car (Teleférico) up to Monte**.
🍽️ Food: Dine at A Casa do Bolhão for traditional Madeiran cuisine.
🌃 Evening: Stroll around the Zona Velha (Old Town) and enjoy a drink at one of the local bars.

Day 2: Monte & Levada Walk

🌳 Activities: Take a leisurely walk along a Levada (aqueducts) in the countryside. We recommend the “Levada do Caldeirão Verde” or “Levada da Nova.”
🍽️ Food: Lunch at Restaurante Casa de Santa Bárbara in Monte after your walk.

Day 3: North Coast & Fajã dos Padres

🚗 Transportation: Rent a car or join a coastal tour.
🏰 Activities: Visit the town of São Vicente, the Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pool, and the picturesque village of Seixal. Finish the day at Fajã dos Padres, a beautiful black sand beach.
🍽️ Food: Try seafood at Restaurante O Rei do Peixe in Porto Moniz.

Day 4: Southern Madeira & Ponta de São Lourenço

🚗 Transportation: Continue exploring with your rental car or join a southern tour.
🏞️ Activities: Visit the beautiful village of Ponta do Sol, the charming town of Jardim do Mar, and enjoy the stunning views at Ponta de São Lourenço.
🍽️ Food: Lunch at Casa das Tecelões in Ponta do Sol.

Day 5: West Coast & Fanal Forest

🚗 Transportation: Rent a car or join a western tour.
🌲 Activities: Drive along the winding roads of Eira do Serrado and visit the unique Fanal Forest, home to laurissilva trees.
🍽️ Food: Dine at Restaurante Azeitao in Ribeira Brava for delicious seafood and Madeiran dishes.

Day 6: Leisure Day & Beaches

🏖️ Activities: Relax at one of Funchal’s beaches, such as Garajau or Lido.
🛏️ Relaxation: Treat yourself to a spa day at the Terra Nata Wellness Center or simply enjoy the hotel facilities.
🍽️ Food: Savor Mediterranean cuisine at Restaurant Ondina.

Day 7: Departure

✈️ Transportation: Depending on your flight time, you may have a few hours to explore more of Funchal or do some last-minute shopping in the city center.
🛬 Departure: Head to the airport and bid farewell to Madeira!

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