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4 Days in Funchal: Botanical Gardens, Stunning Views, and Authentic Delights

João Santos

João Santos

28 Nov 2023

Embark on a 4-day adventure in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. Explore the lush Madeira Botanical Garden, indulge in local cuisine at Planka and Rústico, visit Santa Catarina Park and Funchal Cathedral, enjoy breathtaking views from Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos, and savor gourmet delights at Gourmet - Real Companhia and Pizzaria Tutti i Gusti. Experience the beauty of Pico do Arieiro, relish the flavors of Sabores do Curral and Vale das Freiras, and discover the enchanting Monte Palace Madeira. Don't miss the delicious dishes at Rústico and Cantinho do Petisco.

Trip to Funchal

Day 1Botanical Bliss and Culinary Delights
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$149

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$ 20

Dorisol Florasol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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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
12 - 18 min

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Planka
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$57
11 - 14 min

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Rústico
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
Day 2Parks, Cathedrals, and Scenic Views
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$114

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$ 26

Dorisol Florasol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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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
8 - 12 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
11 - 14 min

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Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos
Viewpoint with a cafe & vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Gourmet - Real Companhia
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
6 - 8 min

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Pizzaria Tutti i Gusti
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 3Majestic Peaks and Hidden Treasures
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$114

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$ 20

Dorisol Florasol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Sabores do Curral
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
2 - 3 min

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Vale das Freiras
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 4Palace Wonders and Gastronomic Pleasures
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$165

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$ 20

Dorisol Florasol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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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
8 - 10 min

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Rústico
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54

Budget breakdown: $624 In total

Activities & Food:$541
Transport:$84