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Madeira luxury holiday destination

Madeira

Volcanic mountains and Atlantic drama year-round.

Best time
April–October (Algarve); year-round (Madeira)
Flight time
Around 2.5–3.5 hours from the UK
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Portuguese (English widely spoken)

About Madeira

Nicknamed the 'floating garden of the Atlantic', Madeira offers dramatic volcanic scenery, laurel-forest walking, levada hikes and mild subtropical weather every month of the year.

Things to do

  • Funchal Old Town & cable car
  • Monte toboggan ride
  • Cabo Girão skywalk

Excursions we love

  • Levada walks
  • Porto Santo island day trip
  • Whale & dolphin watch
Where to eat

Top restaurants in Madeira

Our advisors' shortlist of the tables worth planning a trip around — from heritage local kitchens to Michelin-starred destination dining.

Portuguese tasting

Il Gallo d'Oro

Two-Michelin-star tasting menu at The Cliff Bay — Madeira's most decorated table.

Modern Portuguese

Kampo

Chef Júlio Pereira's Funchal favourite — nose-to-tail cooking in a rustic-chic room.

Portuguese

Restaurante do Forte

Inside the 17th-century São Tiago fortress — Funchal's most atmospheric dinner.

Portuguese fine dining

William

Michelin-star dining at Belmond Reid's Palace — Atlantic views and a stellar Madeira wine list.

Ready to plan your trip?

Speak with one of our travel advisors for tailor-made itineraries, hand-picked hotels and ATOL-protected peace of mind.

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