Explore Madeira
Browse family-friendly places across Madeira, from playgrounds to nature spots.
132 places found
verifiedFeaturedParque Urbano da Nazaré
A modern urban park in Funchal with playground equipment, walking paths, green spaces, and exercise areas. Popular with local families for weekend outings. Includes picnic areas and plenty of shade.
verifiedFeaturedJardins do Lido
Seaside gardens along Funchal's promenade with playgrounds, green lawns, and ocean views. A great spot for kids to play while parents enjoy the coastal scenery. Connected to the Lido promenade walking path.
verifiedFeaturedParque Infantil da Quinta Magnólia
A beautiful playground set within the historic Quinta Magnólia gardens in Funchal. Features modern play equipment, shaded areas, and a lovely café nearby. Perfect for a family morning surrounded by tropical gardens.
verifiedFeaturedPestana CR7 Funchal
Cristiano Ronaldo's lifestyle hotel on Funchal's waterfront, right next to the CR7 Museum. Features a rooftop pool with city views, gym, and modern rooms. Kids will love the football theme and proximity to the marina and old town.
verifiedFeaturedSaccharum
A modern design hotel in Calheta, right next to the only natural sand beach in Madeira. Features a rooftop pool, spa, and spacious rooms with ocean views. Ideal for families who want beach time and West coast adventures.
verifiedFeaturedPestana Grand
A premium resort surrounded by 12,000 m² of tropical gardens in Funchal. Features indoor and outdoor pools, a dedicated children's area, tennis courts, spa, and family-oriented entertainment. Great base for exploring the island.
verifiedFeaturedHotel Porto Mare
A tropical resort in Funchal's hotel zone surrounded by lush gardens with three outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a dedicated children's pool. Offers family suites, a kids' club, playground, and free access to the neighboring Lido complex.
verifiedFeaturedHotel The Cliff Bay
A 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel perched on Funchal's coastline with stunning ocean views. Family-friendly with a children's pool, kids' activities, spacious family rooms, and a Michelin-starred restaurant. Direct saltwater pool access by the sea.
verifiedFeaturedBelmond Reid's Palace
Madeira's most iconic luxury hotel since 1891, set on a cliff above Funchal. Features subtropical gardens, three pools (including a kids' pool), a children's playground, family suites, and a kids' club with supervised activities. The perfect luxury family escape.
verifiedFeaturedMuseu da Baleia da Madeira
The Whale Museum in Caniçal tells the story of Madeira's whaling past and its transformation to whale conservation. Features life-size whale models, interactive exhibits, and a real whale skeleton. Educational and fascinating for kids.
verifiedFeaturedGrutas de São Vicente
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Volcanic caves formed 890,000 years ago with guided tours through lava tubes. The Volcanism Centre explains Madeira's geological origins with interactive displays. An underground adventure that fascinates kids and adults alike.
verifiedFeaturedAquário da Madeira
Madeira's aquarium in Porto Moniz, next to the famous natural pools. Features local marine species, touch pools for kids, and educational exhibits about the Atlantic Ocean ecosystem. A perfect rainy-day activity combined with the natural pools.
verifiedFeaturedCR7 Museum
A museum dedicated to Cristiano Ronaldo in his hometown of Funchal. Displays his trophies, Ballon d'Or awards, shirts, and memorabilia. Kids love the interactive zone with wax figures and photo ops. Located by the Funchal marina.
verifiedFeaturedMadeira Story Centre
An interactive museum in Funchal's Old Town that tells the story of Madeira from volcanic origins to the present. Features multimedia exhibits, a 4D cinema, and hands-on displays that make history fun for children of all ages.
Monte Palace Tropical Garden
A stunning tropical garden in Monte with exotic plants, koi ponds, tiled panels, and a small museum. Kids love feeding the fish and exploring the winding paths.
Piscinas Naturais de Porto Moniz
Natural volcanic rock pools filled with crystal-clear ocean water. The shallow pools are perfect for kids and the area has changing rooms, sun loungers, and snack bars.
Teleférico do Funchal
The Funchal Cable Car takes you from the old town to Monte with stunning views over the bay. Kids love the ride and you can visit the tropical garden at the top.

Poiso campsite (permit required)
We didn't camp here, just stopped our car on the side of the road, but most of the time there is a lot of fog just like in fanal forest, givi g this place a magical touch. In the distance, Pico do Are...