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Madeira is an archipelago full of stunning landscapes, lush forests, volcanic mountains, exotic and colorful flower gardens, delicious local flavors and crystal clear Atlantic’s blue waters, perfect for swimming and exploring.
Top 20
1. Véu da Noiva Waterfall, Madeira
Located between Seixal and São Vicente, the stunning Véu da Noiva viewpoint offers visitors picture-perfect, postcard-like views of the Véu da Noiva waterfall cascading from the tall green cliffs of the Northern coastline, straight down into the deep blue Atlantic.
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2. Miradouro dos Balcões, Madeira
Did you know that Madeira’s forest is a Natural UNESCO World Heritage Site?
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3. Praia do Seixal, Madeira
Located next to Seixal Harbor, the Praia do Seixal is the island's most popular beach for visitors and locals alike. One look at the stunning scenery of this beach and you'll understand why.
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4. Pico do Arieiro/ Pico Ruivo, Madeira
Pico do Arieiro is the third highest peak of Madeira at 1,818m (5,964ft) high, and from there you get the most incredible panoramic views over the central mountains of the island.
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One of the most visually stunning hiking trails of the island starts here and ends in Pico Ruivo, so if you’re not afraid of heights go for it.
Sitting at an astonishing 1,862m (6,100ft) tall, Pico Ruivo is Madeira's highest peak.
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5. Ponta de São Lourenço, Madeira
The Eastern-most point of Madeira Island is said to have earned its name from one of the three discoverers of the island, who shouted "São Lourenço, that’s enough!" upon nearing the peninsula with his ship.
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6. Cascata dos Anjos, Madeira
Playfully referred to as "Madeira’s famous car wash", the Cascata dos Anjos is a beautiful waterfall cascading right into the middle of the street. Well worth the visit even if it is just to take the famous photo under the waterfall!
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7. Jardim Tropical Monte Palace, Madeira
A beautiful tropical garden located in the heart of Funchal, with an area of 70,000m², the Monte Palace Tropical Garden is home to a huge collection of exotic plants and also to one of Portugal’s most important tile collections spread all over the garden describing moments of Portuguese historical significance.
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8. Caniço coastline, Madeira
Madeira’s coastline is as gorgeous as the island.
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9. Miradouro do Guindaste, Madeira
As @thecatarinamaia says: Madeira, an island where even chickens appreciate the view.
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10. Casas de Santana, Madeira
Nestled on Madeira's beautiful North coast in the municipality of Santana, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, you'll find the small village of Santana and its cute-as-a-button traditional houses.
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Built of natural stone and thatched with straw roofs, these small, colorful houses served as dwellings for local families for centuries.
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11. Porto Moniz pools, Madeira
The natural saltwater swimming pools of Porto Moniz were formed by lava rock and are one of the most beautiful places to take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean.
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12. Mercado dos Lavradores, Madeira
Head to Mercado dos Lavradores in downtown Funchal for a real taste of the island exotic fruits.
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And get ready to try some exotic varieties of passion-fruit.
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13. Jardim Botânico da Madeira
First opened in 1960, the beautiful Madeira Botanical Garden spans an area of 80,000m² and is home to a collection of over 2,000 exotic plants.
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14. Fajã dos Padres, Madeira
Feeling like a photoshoot in Madeira’s most iconic banana plantation? Plus: did you know Madeira’s bananas are the best?
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15. Cabo Girão, Madeira
A popular lookout point located on Madeira's sunny south coast, the beautiful Cabo Girão boasts breathtaking views over Funchal, Câmara de Lobos and the Atlantic as far as the eye can see.
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16. Funchal, Madeira
Discover the charming port city of Funchal, a cruise-ship hub and a historical and colorful city teeming with restaurants, cafés and friendly locals.
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The views over Funchal are to die for.
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17. Porto Santo Beach
Porto Santo has earned the popular nickname "The Golden Island" for its extensive 9km (5.5mi) stretch of shoreline with soft, golden sands and warm, crystal clear waters.
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Not only is it relaxing for beach bums, but the sands of Porto Santo Beach are said to have naturally healing properties, scientifically proven to help in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The minerals found in the sea water also help your body recover from stress and fatigue.
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18. Miradouro & Moinhos da Portela, Porto Santo
Though the island of Porto Santo is quite small, warm and dry, it is very hilly in places which can cause it to be pretty windy. The island's first settlers took advantage of their climate by building many windmills across the island.
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Just a bit ahead, the Miradouro da Portela offers a panoramic view over Porto Santo Beach coastline.
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19. Porto das Salemas, Porto Santo
Head to the Salemas Beach in Porto das Salemas to enjoy the most breathtaking natural pools in this small, charming bay, where the locals claim the water is bluer than anywhere else in the archipelago.
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20. Miradouro das Flores, Porto Santo
This viewpoint offers an amazing view over Porto Santo’s surrounding islets.
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