Explore Madeira
Browse family-friendly places across Madeira, from playgrounds to nature spots.
138 places found

Teleférico do Jardim Botânico
Teleférico do Jardim Botânico - this is another segement of the cable car that will bring you into the botanical garden that is half way down the hill...

Cristo Rei Cablecar
This short and scenic cable car ride is the perfect way to descend the steep cliff face to the beach below. The journey takes only a few minutes but offers spectacular, uninterrupted views of the maje...

Funchal Cable Car
Sea & mountain views attract riders of this modern gondola running from Funchal to Monte.

Carreiros do Monte - Partida
A unique experience that is definitely worth trying while visiting Madeira. I wouldn’t describe it as the most thrilling attraction in the world, but it’s something truly different and unlike anythin...

School Farm dos Prazeres
The Quinta Pedagógica dos Prazeres is a project aimed at raising awareness, educating and promoting the value of rural life, and is promoted by the local parish of Prazeres, in Calheta, Madeira Autonomous Region.

Miradouro dos Balcões
One of the easiest and shortest hiles in Madeira, but a great place to visit for the view and the birds. If you come here, grab some unsalted seeds and put your hand out - the birds will come to eat o...Located at the end of the Vereda dos Balcões (PR 11), this viewpoint offers a wide perspective of the verdant Ribeira da Metade valley. A magnificent setting dominated by the Laurissilva forest.

Pico dos Barcelos viewpoint
Viewpoint, vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.

Praia do Porto do Seixal
A beautiful beach with manageable waves. There might be some algae close to the shore but if you swim a bit further, it’ll be fine. Parking is complicated, I’d recommend directly going to the paid 10€...

Praia da Ribeira da Janela
Such a beautiful destination!! You can hear the waves roaring because of the rocks hitting each other! It’s a place to do rock stacking!!...

Praia de Machico
Crescent-shaped beach enclosed by 2 stone/cement piers, a brick boardwalk & eateries.

Praia da Calheta beach
Sunbathing, swimming & water sports are offered at this popular beach with imported sand.

Praia da Ponta do Sol
Our favourite place during our stay on Madeira. The sea here is majestic. The ameneties are great. The cluster of restaurants in the alley before the seafront was lively. Its fun to explore. There's a...

Miradouro do Guindaste
Absolutely spectacular views! Miradouro do Guindaste is one of the most beautiful viewpoints on the island's coast. The spectacular cliffs rising straight out of the ocean and the endless blue horizon...
Piscinas Calamar
Great place to rest our mind 😴 They do food, cocktails 🍸 and everything you need 😁 You have a big pool not too cold , pool for baby's, and natural rock pool with sea water 😉 😀 😎 It's good plac...
Praia da Ribeira Brava
My wife's favorite beach for swimming, especially at high tide while the sun is setting. Amazing views!...
Parque Infantil do Jardim das Madalenas
Small but cute park, good enough to spend a few hours with your kids...
Quinta Magnólia Tennis & Padel
Another of those hidden gems in Funchal, a garden with public art, a fish pond and aviary, tennis and padel courts for the energetic folks. Nice cafe and posh restaurant all set in beautiful well main...
Parque Infantil de Água de Pena
A very new playground situated on a rather steep hill. The playground has been very well integrated into the landscape; the hill serves as a climbing wall, steep enough for older children to enjoy, bu...