Built on a hilly outcrop in the centre of the town, this is an interesting example of contemporary Portuguese architecture. The glass facades are protected from the sun by spaced timber cladding, a theme which is continued in the surrounding urban design. Its geological positioning provides panoramic views of the surrounding towns, [...]

The Museu de arte contemporânea de Funchal is located in the historic São Tiago Fort, at the edge of the historic centre. Although the exhibition spaces themselves are small, the MACFunchal is worth a the trip to explore the architecture of the fort- cavernous stone passageways, watch-towers and a rooftop terrace overlooking the [...]

Casa Madeirense is strategically located on the main road from Lido to the city center of Funchal. From the street, it may look a bit dark and rustic inside, but there is also a covered outdoor seating area which is quite pleasant. The food is delicious, although not cheap, but definitely worth it [...]

The fort of São Tiago is a fabulous setting for a restaurant, and the food lives up its expectations. The decoration is sophisticated but warm, a mix of both contemporary and historic features.

National Portuguese cuisine with a very friendly and helpful staff.

This café / restaurant / bar has a pretty relaxed setting, quirky decor and great food at low prices. They have 3 traditional dishes with a Mediterranean twist, one of meat, another for fish, and a vegetarian option. The starters are tasty too, with bruschettas, guacamole and other fusion elements on the menu, [...]

A Manteigaria apresenta a sua primeira exposição da autoria de Leonor Amaral Dias e Mariana Dias da Cunha. Intitulada ‘Insulíndia’, esta obra explora a formação de continentes através da pintura, instalação e performance, sob uma práctica colaborativa. Aqui não existem fronteiras e limites. Uma nova identidade é estabelecida através de um movimento orgânico [...]

A beautiful little park and a very creative solution by landscape architect Alain Provost, in response to a sloping site near La Defense. The ground is sculpted into a series of waves, creating a literally rolling hillside. The central cascade with Zen-style rock formations, and the impeccably maintained rolling hedges and flower beds.

One of Europe’s leading cultural institutions, with cinema, theatre, and contemporary arts collections housed under one roof. The landmark building designed by Renzo Piano and Sir Richard Rogers has iconic color-coded ducts on the outside of the building are not only aesthetic, but symbolize blue for air, green for fluids, yellow for electricity [...]

This tiny, sunny spot in the West Village is hugely popular for its world-class lobster rolls and other delicious dishes like oysters and Canadian steamers- well worth waiting the long time to be seated!