Discover Funchal

Thanks to the subtropical climate, bougainvillea, birds of paradise and orchids bloom year-round in and around Funchal in lush colors, best admired in the city's Botanical Garden.

The centuries-old, narrow irrigation channels crisscross the entire island, and their accompanying trails lead through lush laurel forest, along steep ravines and past hidden waterfalls to Madeira's most beautiful natural spots.

In the Monte district, two men in traditional dress guide passengers in woven wicker sleds down the steep, cobbled streets to Funchal, a thrilling mode of transport popular since the 19th century.

The world-famous fortified Madeira wine has been produced for centuries in traditional wine lodges in the city and can be sampled on tours with tastings right at Funchal's historic harbor.

Madeira Airport lies about 15 kilometers east of the city and is served directly several times a week from numerous European cities, with a bus or taxi transfer reaching the center in about 30 minutes.

Thanks to the subtropical climate, bougainvillea, birds of paradise and orchids bloom year-round in and around Funchal in lush colors, best admired in the city's Botanical Garden.

The centuries-old, narrow irrigation channels crisscross the entire island, and their accompanying trails lead through lush laurel forest, along steep ravines and past hidden waterfalls to Madeira's most beautiful natural spots.

In the Monte district, two men in traditional dress guide passengers in woven wicker sleds down the steep, cobbled streets to Funchal, a thrilling mode of transport popular since the 19th century.