Blandy's Wine Lodge

Madeira is known for its wine, and what better way to experience the local culture than by joining a wine tour? Learn about the transformation of grapes into Madeira wine, and taste a variety of local flavours. Take a tour in one of five languages and learn about wine production, barrel making and storage.

• Web:

  www.blandyswinelodge.com

• E-mail:

  pubrel@madeirawinecompany.com

• Address:

  Avenida Arriaga 28, Funchal

• Phone:

  +351 291 228 978

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 10am–6:30pm, Sat 10am–1pm, Sun closed

• More info:

  Tours in English, German, French and Portuguese are available from Monday to Saturday, and in Spanish from Monday to Friday

Casino da Madeira

Ready to take a gamble? Casino da Madeira is not only a regular casino, but has restaurants, a fun zone and a nightclub. It's a wonderland for adults who want a night filled with entertainment. The gorgeous modernist building with gently sloping ridges, designed by Oscar Niemeyer, is an attraction in itself.

• Web:

  casinodamadeira.com

• E-mail:

  casino.madeira@pestana.com

• Address:

  Hotel Pestana Casino Park, Avenida Do Infante, Funchal

• Phone:

  +351 291 140 424

• Opening hours:

  Sun–Thu 3pm–3am, Fri & Sat 4pm–4am

Catamaran Trips

Drift along crystal clear waters, and keep an eye out for dolphins and whales. VMT Madeira arranges all sorts of trips, including a sunset sailing, which gives you the most stunning view of the setting sun over the Atlantic Ocean.

• Web:

  www.vmtmadeira.com/en

• E-mail:

  info@vmtmadeira.com

• Address:

  Marina do Funchal Loja 9, Funchal

• Phone:

  +351 963 796 860

Cathedral of Funchal

This magnificent cathedral was built over 500 years ago, in the beautiful Gothic style. The cathedral has an impressive silver cross, donated by King Manuel himself in the 16th century, as well as sculptures and incredible oil paintings.

• Web:

  www.catedraldofunchal.com

• Address:

  Sé do Funchal, Rua Do Aljube 39, Funchal

• Phone:

  +351 291 228 155

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7:15am–6:30pm; Sat 8am–noon / 4pm–7pm; Sun 7:30am–noon / 4:30pm–7pm

Fort of São Tiago

Located in Funchal's historic centre, this distinctive fort is an eye-popping yellow, in great contrast with the whitewashed surrounding neighbourhoods. Built in 1614 to protect the city from invading pirates, the fort has since been used for many purposes and has many points of interests for visitors of all ages.

• Web:

  visitmadeira.com/en/what-to-do/culture-passionates/heritage/monuments-and-architecture/fortress-of-sao-tiago/

• Address:

  Fortaleza de São Tiago, Tv. do Forte 8, Funchal

• Phone:

  +351 291 213 340

Funchal Natural History Museum

With more than 41,000 specimens, including fish, maritime reptiles, plants and minerals, there is a lot to discover in this museum. Discover the beauty and mysteries of the natural world at the landmark Palace of Saint Peter.

• Web:

  cultura.madeira.gov.pt/en/funchal-s-natural-history-museum.html

• E-mail:

  mmf@funchal.pt

• Address:

  Museu de Historia Natural, Rua da Mouraria 31, Funchal

• Phone:

  +351 291 229 761

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun & Mon closed

• More info:

  Next to the Church of Saint Peter