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10 Days in Funchal: A Journey of Natural Beauty and Cultural Delights

Raphael Husch

Raphael Husch

11 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, exploring stunning botanical gardens, captivating museums, and indulging in delicious cuisine. Discover the hidden gems of Funchal as you immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and soak in the breathtaking views from scenic viewpoints. Join us on this unforgettable journey of natural beauty and cultural delights!

Trip to Funchal

Day 1
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$168

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$ 20

Madeira Botanical Garden
Hillside botanical gardens with a bird park, natural history museum & glass houses, plus sea views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
18 - 22 min

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Associação dos Carreiros do Monte
Site for hill rides in handcrafted wicker sleds pulled by men known as "carreiros."
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
16 - 20 min

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Planka
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$57
13 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
Day 2
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$133

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$ 13

Museu Quinta das Cruzes
500 years of art, ceramics, jewelry & antiques housed in an 18th-century villa in lush gardens.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$19
9 - 11 min

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Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos
Viewpoint with a cafe & vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Sabor da Índia
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
8 - 12 min

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Delhi Indian Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 3
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$117

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$ 7

Pico do Arieiro
A road reaches this 1,818-meter high peak, with a cafe & gift shop, that often looks down on clouds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
38 - 46 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Restaurante Olives
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
4 - 5 min

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Taberna Ruel
Situado numa das mais antigas ruas do Funchal, o Restaurante Taberna Ruel veio deixar a sua marca no coração do centro histórico do Funchal.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$57
Day 4
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$108

Museu de Historia Natural do Funchal
Opened in 1929, this natural history museum is housed in the landmark Palace of Saint Peter.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Funchal Cathedral
Gothic-style, late-15th-century Catholic church with an ornate interior comprising 3 naves.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Bioforma
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 5
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$117

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$ 7

Pico Ruivo
Accessible by foot only, Madeira Island's highest mountain offers coastal views, trails & restrooms.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Cantinho da Serra
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
9 - 11 min

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Restaurante Quinta do Furão
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$57
Day 6
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$178

Blandy's Wine Lodge (former Adegas de São Francisco)
Samples & guided tours exploring Madeira wine production. barrel making & storage.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$38
7 - 10 min

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CR7 Cristiano Ronaldo Museum
Museum spotlighting the famous footballer Cristiano Ronaldo featuring his career history & trophies.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$26
4 - 5 min

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Beerhouse
Mestre nos irresistíveis sabores do mar regados pela cerveja de fabrico próprio.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 7
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$111

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$ 7

Jardim Municipal do Funchal
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Barreirinha Bar Café
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
4 - 5 min

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Arsenal
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$57
Day 8
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$114

Farmers' Market
Traditional indoor facility built in 1940 featuring merchants of produce, flowers & seafood.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Armazém do Sal
De sabores tradicionais portugueses, aconchegados pelo requinte da alta cozinha, temos capacidade para 140 visitantes, graças a três diferentes confortáveis espaços, onde se escuta música ao vivo, saboreiam-se iguarias, vinhos e se experiência, com orgulho, a própria história!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$57
6 - 9 min

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Taberna Ruel
Situado numa das mais antigas ruas do Funchal, o Restaurante Taberna Ruel veio deixar a sua marca no coração do centro histórico do Funchal.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$57
Day 9
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$147

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$ 7

Santa Catarina Park
Large, garden-like park with diverse trees, flower beds & walkways, plus a lake with ducks & swans.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Madeira Story Centre
Unique, modern museum with interactive exhibits of Madeira's history, plus a bistro with a terrace.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$30
2 - 3 min

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Taberna Ruel
Situado numa das mais antigas ruas do Funchal, o Restaurante Taberna Ruel veio deixar a sua marca no coração do centro histórico do Funchal.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$57
1 - 2 min

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Restaurante Santa Maria
The Restaurant Santa Maria Funchal offers you an open kitchen and a décor inspired by the old fishmongers. The unique menu has a varied selection of fish and seafood, as well as sushi.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 10
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$171

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$ 7

Monte Palace Madeira
Big, multi-level garden with exotic trees & flowers, ponds, African sculptures & a mineral museum.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$56
14 - 17 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60

Budget breakdown: $1426 In total

Activities & Food:$1362
Transport:$64