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10 Days in Funchal: A Journey of Discovery

Jakob Dübbert

Jakob Dübbert

7 Feb 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Funchal, where ancient marvels and breathtaking landscapes await. Explore hidden gems, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this vibrant city. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Funchal

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Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Funchal
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$23

Prima Caju
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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House Museum of Frederico de Freitas
The 18th-century house museum of collector Frederico de Freitas is dedicated to the decorative arts.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
2 - 3 min

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Museu de Historia Natural do Funchal
Opened in 1929, this natural history museum is housed in the landmark Palace of Saint Peter.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2From Coffee Delights to Majestic Views
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$96

Land Food & Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
1 - 2 min

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Funchal-Monte Cable Car
Modern cable car with vast panoramic views & connecting the lush Botanical Garden to Monte.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
1 - 2 min

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Monte Palace Madeira
Big, multi-level garden with exotic trees & flowers, ponds, African sculptures & a mineral museum.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$38
4 - 6 min

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Associação dos Carreiros do Monte
Site for hill rides in handcrafted wicker sleds pulled by men known as "carreiros."
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
Day 3Gardens, Gastronomy, and Quinta Charm
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$37

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$ 9

Casa de Pasto das Eiras
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
5 - 6 min

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Palheiro Gardens
Landscaped green space showcasing tropical plants in a hillside venue overlooking the ocean.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
11 - 14 min

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Quinta da Boa Vista
Year-round gardens showcasing a wide variety of orchids & other exotic plants & flowers.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Exploring Nature's Wonders and Historical Treasures
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$43

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$ 5

Padaria Sésamo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
12 - 17 min

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Madeira Botanical Garden
Hillside botanical gardens with a bird park, natural history museum & glass houses, plus sea views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
9 - 11 min

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Capela do Corpo Santo
Small fishermen's chapel built in the 15th century & decorated with ceiling paintings & carvings.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Forteresse de Santiago
Enormous, yellow-hued fort built in the 17th century to defend the city from attacks by pirates.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 5A Gastronomic Journey and Golfing Paradise
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$158

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$ 5

Restaurante Boa Vista
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
33 - 50 min

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Palheiro Golf
Scenic golf resort offering an 18-hole course with mountain & ocean views, plus a luxe hotel & spa.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$125
18 - 22 min

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H. M. Borges madeira winery
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
Day 6Conquer the Peaks and Discover Serene Gardens
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$14

Bar do Arieiro
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
Pico Ruivo
Accessible by foot only, Madeira Island's highest mountain offers coastal views, trails & restrooms.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Jardim de Santa Luzia
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Trekking Adventures and Cultural Delights
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$33

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$ 9

Casa de Abrigo do Poiso
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
13 - 16 min

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Pico do Arieiro
A road reaches this 1,818-meter high peak, with a cafe & gift shop, that often looks down on clouds.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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Museu Quinta das Cruzes
500 years of art, ceramics, jewelry & antiques housed in an 18th-century villa in lush gardens.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
Day 8Art, History, and Wine Tasting
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$65

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$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
4 - 6 min

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MAMMA - Museum of Modern Art of Madeira
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu
Collection of decorative arts amassed by a well-traveled individual, displayed in an 1800s house.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
4 - 6 min

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Blandy's Wine Lodge (former Adegas de São Francisco)
Samples & guided tours exploring Madeira wine production. barrel making & storage.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
Day 9Flavors, Museums, and Breathtaking Views
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$23

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$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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Henrique and Francisco Franco Museum
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
10 - 15 min

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Jardim Municipal do Funchal
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos
Viewpoint with a cafe & vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 10A Melting Pot of Culture and Coastal Bliss
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$18

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$ 9

Rima Coraçāo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
1 - 2 min

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Museu de Electricidade Casa da Luz
Unpretentious museum about the area's history of electricity, with vintage tools in basic exhibits.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Fortaleza de São João Baptista do Pico
Imposing hilltop castle offering panoramic views of the city & sea, plus an adjacent cafe.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Lido bathing complex
Seafront leisure complex with saltwater tidal pools, a kids' pool & sundecks overlooking the sea.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $551 In total

Activities & Food:$508
Transport:$43