RSSMadeira Island is famous for its natural beauty and is often called the 'floating garden in the Atlantic'.
There is a wide variety of gardens and parks carefully maintained and exhibit a vast array of flowers, plants and trees. In the year 2000 Madeira received a gold award for the 'European Flowering City 2000'. This prestigious award, which is much sought after by many European cities, has deservedly been presented to one of the most beautiful gardens in the world.
1:Monte Palace Tropical gardens
Open to the public since 1991 this masterpiece located in Monte was put together by José Berardo and includes one of the most important tile collections in Portugal. Certainly the most wonderful and varied garden on the island, this is the perfect place for an unforgettable day!
2: Quinta Magnolia
This is it! This is the place and it has everything! We could start by describing the many species of flora you can find in this lovely area, the huge amount of trees and shrubs that give you fresh air and shadow, the thousands of flowers that stimulate your senses with their colours and perfumes.
3: Quinta das Cruzes
Quinta das Cruzes has a wonderful garden where you can admire archaeological sculptures, among which is also the tomb stone that, according to tradition, was used to cover the mortal remains of ‘Henrique Alemão’.
4: Quinta Vigia
It offers wonderful panoramic views over the harbour and harmoniously combines massive trees, palm trees, many specimens of indigenous flora as well as introduced plants and exotic birds in its gardens – a delight for all botanic lovers.
5: Santa Catarina Park
An extensive lawn surrounded by well-kept flowerbeds marks the centre of this garden and invites for a rest or a ball game. Of special interest for visitors with children is a playground offering all sorts of fun for the youngest.
6: Municipal Gardens
Also known as Donna Amélia Garden, in memory of the Queen, the Municipal Garden boasts 8300 square meters of beautiful flowers, plants and trees indigenous to Madeira as well as many other exotic species from all over the world.
