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Don’t be fooled by Madeira’s relatively small size. It take longer to get around the island than you might think, which is due partly to the mountainous landscape, but also because there is simply so much to see and to do.
The island abounds with evidence of its long and interesting history, perhaps most clearly in its amazing range of churches, but also in its traditions and folklore. You’ll have some of your best experiences eating and drinking, with the local produce resulting in some surprising dishes, such as scabbard fish with banana. And you should certainly use the opportunity of tasting the unique wine that carries Madeira’s name, the finest of which may turn you into a lifelong devotee.
Madeira’s museums are well suited to it: smaller, more personal and all the more memorable for that. The classical music scene in Madeira is also small, but extremely dynamic and worth exploring while you are there. The gardens are unmissable, and in our children and swimming sections you’ll find advice about activities for the whole family. If you’re looking for a more active pastime, there is a range of sports to practice, and the amazing nature can best be enjoyed on a walking trip. And for a unique and special experience you can visit the Santa Maria caravelle, go whale and dolphin spotting, take a helicopter ride, visit the Madeira Theme Park or go tobogganing.
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