Title: Visit Madeira Region: Best of Madeira Region Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Madeira Region Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Madeira-Region.d6048281.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Madeira Region](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Madeira-Region.d6048281.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Madeira Region Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Madeira-Region.d6048281.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Madeira Region](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Madeira-Region.d6048281.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Madeira Region Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Madeira-Region.d6048281.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Madeira Region Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Madeira-Region.d6048281.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Madeira Region ## Portugal ![Camara de Lobos showing general coastal views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86202-Camara-De-Lobos.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ponta do Sol which includes a coastal town and rocky coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86194-Ponta-Do-Sol.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Madeira Island showing a sunset and surf](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86827-Madeira-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ponta Do Sol Beach featuring swimming, general coastal views and a pebble beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86418-Ponta-Do-Sol-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paul do Mar featuring a sunset and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86232-Paul-Do-Mar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit this small chain of islands for its enthralling wine making heritage, wild natural landscapes, rugged beaches and grand historic buildings. Madeira is one of the most dramatic of Portugal’s seven regions, an archipelago characterized by its diverse and spectacular scenery, great weather and ancient history. The region is made up of Madeira, Porto Santo and several wild and deserted islands. Tour centuries-old churches, hike through subtropical forests and unwind on a black-sand beach as you discover this fascinating and isolated part of Europe. The main island of [Madeira](https://www.expedia.ca/Madeira-Island.d11326.Destination-Travel-Guides) is a destination of immense natural beauty. Explore the island to see its exotic flora, cloud-capped mountains and rich green countryside. Visit the capital of [Funchal](https://www.expedia.ca/Funchal.d1232.Destination-Travel-Guides), situated on the island's south coast, to see the city's three historical areas. Many of the buildings in Funchal date back to the 15th and 16th centuries. A ring of mountains surrounding the city makes for dramatic photographs. During your time in the capital stop by a wine lodge for the famous wine that shares its name with the region. Madeira is a fortified wine that’s been produced by the island chain for hundreds of years and has become sought after around the world. From Funchal ride a cable car to Monte, a small village in the mountains. Visit the Monte Municipal Garden and Our Lady of Monte Church, the final resting place of the exiled last emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Return to the city center by cable car or by taking a Monte Toboggan, a wooden sled controlled by a driver. Explore other parts of the island on a levada walk. Levadas are irrigation channels that were developed during the 16th century. Today, more than 1,350 miles (2,172 kilometers) of these watercourses cut across the island. Alongside them are walking trails that pass through forests, mountains, caves and waterfalls. On the northern coast, marvel at the ocean rock formations of Ribeira da Janela, one of the island’s most dramatic beaches. Chill out on the black sand beach of Prainha on the island's eastern tip. Reach Madeira from mainland Europe by flying from the Portuguese capital, Lisbon. Once on the island you’ll find rental cars, taxis and boat services to transport you around the region. Accommodation is plentiful and ranges from budget hotels to high-end resorts. ## Cities in Madeira Region ![Madeira](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196804-Madeira.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Funchal The capital of the Portuguese island of Madeira is a beautiful city on the southern coast offering beaches, historic buildings and marine wildlife adventures. [](https://expedia.ca/Funchal.dx1232) ![Machico which includes a pebble beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86184-Machico.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Machico Madeira’s second-largest town is home to a beautiful swimming beach and a lovely old quarter, as well as a network of numerous scenic walks. [](https://expedia.ca/Machico.dx182232) ![Camara de Lobos which includes a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86206-Camara-De-Lobos.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Camara de Lobos Visit this old-fashioned fishing village, known for inspiring one of Britain’s greatest politicians with its charming scenery. [](https://expedia.ca/Camara-De-Lobos.dx603147) ![Sao Vicente which includes café scenes, outdoor eating and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86221-Sao-Vicente.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### São Vicente This picturesque town is set within the hills of Madeira’s northern coast and is home to a fascinating underground cave complex and botanical garden. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Vicente.dx6047040) ![Ponta do Sol featuring general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86198-Ponta-Do-Sol.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ponta do Sol Visit this pleasantly secluded village, known for its dramatic sea cliffs, stunning coastal views and sunny weather. 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