Description

Pocket Madeira 

Lonely Planet’s Pocket Madeira is your guide to the city’s best experiences and local life – neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Enjoy a beach day at Porto Santo, experience the panoramas of Monte and get artisanal souvenirs at Camacha Wicker Factory; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Madeira and make the most of your trip!

Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal, is an archipelago comprising 4 islands off the northwest coast of Africa. It is known for its namesake wine and warm, subtropical climate. The main island of Madeira is volcanic, green and rugged, with high cliffs, pebbly beaches and settlements on deltas of the Fajã River. Capital Funchal has botanic gardens and is known for its harbor and a large New Year’s fireworks show.

Inside: 

• Up-to-date information – all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak
• Full-colour maps and travel photography throughout
• Highlights and itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests
• Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
• Essential info at your fingertips – hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets – eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Convenient pull-out Madeira map (included in print version), plus over 18 colour neighbourhood maps
• User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time

Covers West Funchal, East Funchal, North Coast, East Madeira, West Madeira and more