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3-Day Adventure in Funchal: Exploring the Charms of Madeira

Maria Pinto

Maria Pinto

26 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. Discover the vibrant Farmers' Market, wander through the historic Zona Velha, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Jardim Municipal do Funchal. Join us on this unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Funchal

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Viator

Day 1
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$44

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Padaria Pau de Canela
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
9 - 14 min

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Funchal City Center
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Farmers' Market
Traditional indoor facility built in 1940 featuring merchants of produce, flowers & seafood.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Praça do Povo
No time set
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Portaliano
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
1 - 2 min

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Blandy's Wine Lodge (former Adegas de São Francisco)
Samples & guided tours exploring Madeira wine production. barrel making & storage.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$13
2 - 3 min

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Jardim Municipal do Funchal
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Café Concerto
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 2
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$17

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$ 9

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Arsenal
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
2 - 3 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Funchal Cable Car
Sea & mountain views attract riders of this modern gondola running from Funchal to Monte.
No time set
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Santa Catarina Park
Large, garden-like park with diverse trees, flower beds & walkways, plus a lake with ducks & swans.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Túnel das Poças do Gomes
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos
Viewpoint with a cafe & vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Jardim de Santa Luzia
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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OPAN Cruz Vermelha
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$13
Day 3
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$70

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$ 11

Castanheiro Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Land Food & Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
1 - 2 min

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Monte Palace Madeira
Big, multi-level garden with exotic trees & flowers, ponds, African sculptures & a mineral museum.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
9 - 11 min

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As Asinhas
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
6 - 8 min

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Palheiro Gardens
Landscaped green space showcasing tropical plants in a hillside venue overlooking the ocean.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$13
9 - 11 min

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Madeira Botanical Garden
Hillside botanical gardens with a bird park, natural history museum & glass houses, plus sea views.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$13
6 - 9 min

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Padaria Sésamo
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$14

Budget breakdown: $150 In total

Activities & Food:$131
Transport:$20