WELCOME TO THE ISLANDS
Two islands, two different rhythms that awaken your senses and unique experiences that you will certainly want to repeat.
Explore both the diverse landscapes and the famous gastronomy, feel the difference in climates and colors across these two islands that many consider paradise.
What do you already know about Madeira?
TASTE
MEAT
Beef, Chicken, or Sausage Espetada (skewers)
Carne de Vinha de Alhos (garlic-marinated pork)
Beef, chicken, sausage, or octopus Picadinho.
RECOMMENDED SPOTS
O Polar – Câmara de Lobos
Restaurante Santo António – Estreito Câmara de Lobos
Restaurante “O Viola” – Câmara de Lobos
La Vaca Negra – Funchal
Taberna do Petisco – Santa Cruz
Beef & Wines – Funchal
Carvão Grill – Funchal
Restaurante “O Forno” – Ponta do Pargo
Talho do Caniço – Caniço
FISH/SEAFOOD/MOLLUSK
Black scabbardfish fillet with banana
Tuna Steak
Grilled Trout
Fish Soup
Limpets
Câmara de Lobos style Octopus / Octopus “à lagareiro”
RECOMMENDED SPOTS
Abrigo do Pastor – Camacha
Restaurante Alta Vista – Funchal
Restaurante “O Ideal” – Paul do Mar
Restaurante “O Lagar” – Câmara de Lobos
Levada dos Tornos – Caniço
Tasquinha do Pescador – Caniçal
SIDE DISHES
Fried cornmeal (milho frito)
Bolo do caco (traditional flatbread)
STARTERS AND SNACKS “DENTINHO”
Bolo do caco with garlic butter
Carne de vinha de alhos
Dried skipjack tuna in escabeche
Pickled small onions
Chicken wings
Suckling pig trotters
Peanuts
Mixed Nuts
Octopus Salad
FRUIT
Banana
Banana-passionfruit
Passionfruit
Pitanga (Surinam cherry)
Mango
Custard apple (Anona)
Guava
Delicious Monster fruit (Monstera deliciosa)
Prickly pear (Tabaibo)
Tree tomato (Tomate inglês)
Chestnut
Avocado
Papaia
Fig
Pêro da Ponta do Pargo (local apple variety)
Tangerine
RECOMMENDED SPOTS
Mercado dos Lavradores (Farmers’ Market)
PASTRIES
Honey cake (Bolo de mel)
Madeira cheese pastries (Queijadas da Madeira)
Honey cookies (Broas de Mel)
Passionfruit Pudding
RECOMMENDED SPOTS
Fábrica Santo António – Martins & Martins –
Pastelaria Boutique Lido – Choux Pâtisserie
TRADITIONAL DRINKS
Poncha – sugarcane rum, honey, and lemon. Fisherman style, regional, passionfruit, etc.
Madeira Wine – regional wine
Coral Beer – local beer
Nikita – cocktail with fruit and ice cream
Pé de cabra – Mix of alcoholic beverages
Wine with Laranjaça (orange soda)
“Brisa” – Carbonated soft drink
RECOMMENDED SPOTS
Taberna da Poncha – Ribeira Brava
Venda do Nelson – Câmara de Lobos
Venda do André – Quinta Grande
Engenhos do Norte – Porto da Cruz
Bar “O Moega” – Assomada
Venda Velha – Funchal
Bar Farol Verde – Câmara de Lobos
Casa do Farol – Câmara de Lobos
Blandy´s Wine Lodge – Funchal
Adega HM Borges – Funchal
Bar Pé de Cabra – Lombada
Bentornato A Rum Bar – Madalena do Mar
VISIT
BEACH
Calheta – Fajã dos Padres – São Lourenço – Machico –
Praia Formosa – Pedra da Eira – Ponta do Sol – Santa Cruz
VIEWPOINT
Rosário – Eira do Serrado – Pináculo – Guindaste Viewpoint – Paredão Viewpoint – Ponta do Rosto – Lombo da Quinta – Cabo Girão
SHOPPING CENTER
Madeira Shopping – Forum Madeira – Plaza Madeira – Anadia Shopping – Caniço Shopping – Camacha Shopping
MUSEU
Whale Museum – Caniçal | Monte Palace Madeira Museum – Funchal | Quinta das Cruzes Museum – Funchal | 3D Fun Art – Funchal
GARDEN AND QUINTA
Madeira Botanical Garden – Funchal
Quinta Splendida Botanical Garden – Caniço
Quinta da Boa Vista Gardens – Funchal
Quinta das Cruzes Garden – Santo António
Quinta do Poço Gardens – Funchal
Quinta da Magnólia Garden – Funchal
Quinta Jardins do Lago – Funchal
ACTIVITIES
NATURE
Levada das 25 Fontes
Levada do Caldeirão Verde
Vereda da Ponta São Lourenço
Vereda do Areeiro
Levada Nova / Moinho
Laurissilva Forest
CITY “FUNCHAL”
Historic Center and Culture – old town and farmers’ markets
Monte Cable Car
Visit to the CR7 Museum
ADVENTURE AND SEA
Boat tours
Diving/Snorkeling
Natural Pools: Porto Moniz and Seixal;
Surf: The north coast offers great surf spots.
CAR RENTAL
Renting a car is essential to explore and make the most of every minute of your activities.
We recommend booking in advance
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Did you know?
TRADITIONAL EXPRESSIONS
Madeirans, much like Azoreans, have their own expressions; they are almost a dialect and only locals will know how to explain their meaning.
Common expressions:
“semilha” – potato
“dentinho” – appetizer
“amae” – “Oh my god”
“cambado” – Injured, wounded
“bilhardeira” – Gossip
“apaz” – Calling someone – boy / guy
“babuginha” – Water’s edge
“caga saco” – Showoff / boastful person
“chinesa” – Coffee with milk (meia de leite)
“cramar” – To complain
“cubano” – Native of Lisbon (Lisboeta)
“dar uma resonda” – To reprimand
CLASSICS AND SPORTS
On the island of Madeira, there are many enthusiasts in the automotive world. Madeirans are rigorous about both classic cars (Madeira Classic Car Revival) and supercars.
The community passionately lives motorsport, led regionally by the famous “Rally Vinho Madeira” event.
Furthermore, during nighttime visits to specific areas, it is possible to witness gatherings of mechanical and aesthetic tuning enthusiasts, driving stunts, and much more.
MOTORCYCLING
On the island, on Wednesdays and Sundays, the highway becomes the stage for lovers of the exhaust melody of high-displacement motorcycles, with countless bikes of various brands and models.
On weekends, it is also common to see a mix of scooters and trail bikes geared towards tours and trails.
The biker community is active, organizing motorcycling-related events, especially on Biker’s Day in the event organized by the Club Motards Madeira.