Seek and find
One of the best things about island travel is the sea view. As a Zeeland native, I simply never tire of it. Do you love green vistas and rugged rock formations? Then chances are you'll book a ticket to this tropical paradise immediately after reading this Madeira Travel Guide. Portuguese island Want to book? There are several beautiful viewpoints on the island.
You can explore these with a guide on a tour or jeep safari, but renting a car and venturing out on your own is also an option. Winding roads through cloud-capped mountains early in the morning. I love it. And sometimes I felt like I was in Costa Rica instead of Europe. How unique is it to find yourself standing by a cliff with waterfall-topped beaches, accessible only by boat?
View this post on Instagram
7 Most Beautiful Views and Viewpoints on Madeira
In this blog post, I've listed the most beautiful viewpoints and viewpoints of Madeira that you definitely want to see if you visit the island.
- For one of the most beautiful views of Madeira, go to the Pico do Arieiro. I was there during a sunrise tour with Hit The Road Madeira And it was definitely one of the highlights of the trip. If you have a rental car, you can, of course, drive to the top yourself early in the morning. The best view is at the foot of the observatory.
- Unfortunately, Pico Ruivo was shrouded in fog during our trip, and we couldn't hike the narrow path to the summit. If you're luckier, definitely add this viewpoint to your Madeira bucket list!
- Want to have lunch with a beautiful view? Then book a table on the terrace at Quinta do Furao. Don't be surprised if it gets very crowded inside during lunchtime. It's no hidden gem, but it's a place not to be missed for lunch or dinner with panoramic views. Tip: above the beach, at the foot of the cliff, there's a waterfall!
- Near the northern village of Porto Moniz, you'll find several natural pools nestled in the rocks by the sea. Locals say it can get very crowded, so go early to avoid the crowds!
- One of Madeira's most famous attractions is without a doubt Cabo Girão, where you have a viewing platform with a glass floor at a height of almost 600 metres.
- You can stay overnight there (as we did during our trip), but you can also just go there for something to eat and drink. You can take a cable car from the top of the cliff. Two Fathers GirdleA place that can't be reached by car. But you can by boat!
- Visit Prainha do Caniçal at the beginning of the São Lourenco peninsula, and you'll instantly lose track of whether you're looking out at the rocks of Nusa Penida in Bali or Madeira. The peninsula boasts several stunning viewpoints.
View this post on Instagram
| TIP: Via the website of Visit Madeira you can find a lot of practical information about the island.
Madeira travel tips for planning your trip
After reading these travel tips for Madeira, are you excited to go on a holiday to Madeira yourself? Then also read these travel tips to help you plan and book your trip. Transavia of Tui You can fly to Madeira. Because there are only a few flights per week, it's often cheaper to book a package holiday. Therefore, it's definitely worth considering all the alternatives when planning your trip to Madeira. In these Madeira travel tips, I've already done some research for you!
FLIGHT TICKETS TO MADEIRA:
If you're looking for flights to Madeira, search for "Funchal" as your destination. This is the island's capital, where the airport is also located. Use the links below to find tickets for your desired dates.
➳ Transavia offers flight tickets from €75 for a one-way trip >>
➳ Book a return ticket via Tui from €249 >>
| TIP: Are you flying via Schiphol? Then you can here Download a €5 voucher for a discount at See Buy Fly! Reserve a cheaper parking spot in advance if you by car to Schiphol goes. That can save quite a bit of money. Our favorite hotels near Schiphol (which we've also tested ourselves) are citizenM en Hilton. Handy if you have a very early flight!
CAR RENTAL IN MADEIRA
Through which channels you reach those people, classic and out of the box. Sunnycars, Reviews, Happycar of Europcar You can book a car to pick you up at Funchal Airport upon arrival. If you want to see more of Madeira than just the area around your hotel, renting a car is essential.
YOURLBB'S FAVORITE (BOUTIQUE) HOTELS & TRIPS:
☾ Estalagem Da Ponta Do Sol: Boutique design hotel with sea view and good restaurant. (From €615,- incl. car, also bookable as a package tour via Eliza Was Here)
☾ Fathers' Girdle: A unique eco-hotel at the foot of a high cliff, accessible only by boat or cable car. In the evening, you can relax at the seaside restaurant.From €615,- incl car, also bookable as a package tour via Eliza Was Here)
☾ Pestana CR7 Funchal: Design hotel with a pink rooftop pool. (Can also be booked as a package trip via Corendon from €913)
☾ Castanheiro: Small-scale apartment-hotel in Funchal with swimming pool and spa. (from €961,- via Tui)
☾ Calhau Grande: 8 rustic houses for a real Portuguese atmosphere. (from €625,- incl. car via Eliza Was Here)
☾ Quinta do Farao: at the top of a cliff with a waterfall and a panoramic restaurant. (from €820 incl. car via Tui)
☾ Quinta do Arco: Quietly situated yellow quinta with a rose garden, private cottages and shared swimming pool. (from €605,- incl. car via Eliza Was Here)
☾ Baia Azul: larger modern hotel with sea views on the quiet side of Funchal. (from €613,- via Tui)
☾ Casa do Papagaio Verde: Romantically decorated, with a large garden and sea view. (from €595,- incl. car via Eliza Was Here)
View this post on Instagram
TOURS & ACTIVITIES IN MADEIRA:
✦ Via Hit The Road Madeira You can book a sunrise tour for breathtaking views from Pico do Arieiro.
✦ Go on a RIB boat from Rota dos Cetaceos Dolphin watching from Funchal. You might even be able to snorkel with them if the weather is good!
✦ Would you like to take a Levada walk with an experienced guide? We took a tour with Madeira Adventure Kingdom.
Want to read more blogs about Madeira? Then click through to the extensive travel guide >>
Do you have any tips for Madeira that shouldn't be missing from the Madeira Travel Guide? Let us know via the button below and TIP THE EDITORS!
YourLBB's latest lists
Are you already receiving the weekly Your Little Black Book newsletter in your inbox? It includes the Amsterdam Weekend Guide and an overview of all the new hotspots and most popular articles.
AMSTERDAM UPDATES
Sign up for the newsletter and receive the new AMSTERDAM BUCKETLIST BOOK for free.
"*" indicates required fields
PSSSST... you can find more (travel) tips in my books!
- Feed Your Wanderlust – Travel Guide for a bohemian lifestyle
- staycation – 22 guides and shortlists for a holiday close to home
- Wanderlust – Urban Travel Style Guide
- The Amsterdam City Guide (Dutch) & The Amsterdam City Guide (English)
Great as a gift for yourself or someone who loves to travel as much as you do!
WITH LOVE,
ANNE
Discover more tips in the
Portugal Little Black Book
Click here
Travel Tips
To do
Read more?
