Madeira

One of the highest sea cliffs in the world, and a new observation platform—with a clear glass bottom so you can see straight beneath you—gives you a bird's-eye view down to the coast. — Fodor's

The formal gardens have flowering perennials. You can stroll the gardens and the grounds, where camellia trees bloom between December and April, but you can't tour the family's house. — Fodor's

From the top of the same peak, 1818m above sea-level, at the end of the road, this belvedere offers a magnificent panoramic view over the massifs of the centre of the island. — Michelin Guide

Fruit, vegetables, fish fresh off the boats and bunches of brightly coloured flowers. The quintessence of Madeira's natural wealth. — Michelin Guide

The casa da Calçada houses the richly decorated apartments of a wealthy 19C bourgeois: English furniture, elaborate wardrobes and cabinets, etc. There is a fine collection of religious art. — Michelin Guide

The Museum of Sacred Art occupies an old bishop's house in the center of town. — Frommer's

Displays land and aquatic animal life of the archipelago. Specimens include moray eels, eagle rays, scorpion fish, sea cucumbers, sea zephyrs, sharp-nosed puffers, and loggerhead turtles. — Frommer's

Once the home of city founder Zarco, this quinta is now an Applied Arts museum. — Michelin Guide

Extending over 80,000 sq metres, the gardens are packed with exotic flora, some endemic to the archipelago...weird-and-wonderful shrubs and trees vie for your attention. — Lonely Planet

The most intriguing of Funchal's churches is the rustic 15th-century Sé, with its Moorish carved cedar ceiling, stone floors, Gothic arches, stained-glass windows, and baroque altars. — Frommer's

Along a trail that passes by gorse bushes, the route leads into a wonderful forest. There are picnic tables and restrooms at the thatched-roof Casa das Queimadas — Fodor's

Caniçal's Whale Museum was moved to a large multi-million-euro, ultra-modern complex in 2012, making it possibly the world's best museum devoted to the topic. — Lonely Planet

This large sloping park contains a well-equipped children's playground, a cafe and Madeira's first chapel. It's a lovely picnic spot amid exotic greenery. — Lonely Planet

A cable car system connects the Old Town to the parish of Monte, 560 meters above Funchal. — Afar Magazine

This museum is a great introduction to Madeira for first-time visitors...a series of models, paintings, archival footage, and multimedia displays explain the history and culture of the island. — Fodor's

Outside, a giant Ronaldo statue (which made headlines when many people questioned its resemblance to the real thing) is an obligatory free photo opportunity for any visiting sports fans. — Fodor's