Lazy Guide to the North of the Island
The ideal place for relaxation and a snack
It is a natural park where you can better understand the past of the island, where you can walk relaxed and admire the impressive landscapes, a place where you can have the chance to live all 4 traditional seasons in one day.
20 locals recommend
PR13 Vereda do Fanal
ER209It is a natural park where you can better understand the past of the island, where you can walk relaxed and admire the impressive landscapes, a place where you can have the chance to live all 4 traditional seasons in one day.
City/town information
It is practically the most visited city on the North Coast. Besides the Natural Pools you can visit the old town, you can try scuba diving in the Aquarium pool with lots of fish, you can taste traditional Madeira food at one of the many restaurants, you can relax with a coffee on a terrace with Ocean View or if you are more daring you can try a short walk to Santa (one of the nearby villages) or discover with us some of the hidden places of Madeira (for a fee).
103 locals recommend
Porto Moniz
It is practically the most visited city on the North Coast. Besides the Natural Pools you can visit the old town, you can try scuba diving in the Aquarium pool with lots of fish, you can taste traditional Madeira food at one of the many restaurants, you can relax with a coffee on a terrace with Ocean View or if you are more daring you can try a short walk to Santa (one of the nearby villages) or discover with us some of the hidden places of Madeira (for a fee).
Ghidul cartierelor
Ribeira Da Janela
Seixal
Caminho da Eirinhas - Achadas da Cruz
Caminho da Eirinhas - Achadas da CruzCity advice
Customs and culture
Smile at the locals and they will smile at you.
Smile at the locals and they will smile at you. You will have a happier day!
Getting around
Choose a rented car.
Choose a rented car. If you want to have more freedom without being constrained by schedules, choose to rent a car from the airport. Choose one with an engine over 1000cmc, because otherwise you risk not being able to climb certain slopes.