Solar
About
Solar, on Madeira, sits at Rua da Bica nº17 in Sítio dos Lameiros, São Vicente, postcode 9240-211, on the island's northern coast. The venue is a bar, and it keeps long hours, opening from 08:00 to 22:00 every day of the week. First-time visitors should expect a relaxed, local spot rather than a late-night club, with the daytime and early evening the main trading window.
A 4.7 out of 5 average from 493 reviews places it among the better-regarded bars on the island. Funchal, Câmara de Lobos, Caniço, Machico, Santana, São Vicente, Porto Moniz and Calheta are the main towns and resorts around Madeira, and São Vicente sits on the north coast road between Santana and Porto Moniz. The website at solardabica.pt carries the venue's own details. Reaching it from Funchal takes the cross-island route through the mountains, and the north coast road links it to the rest of the island.
Portuguese is the official language on Madeira, with local accents and creole varieties heard across the islands. Music and dance are central to island life, from morna and coladeira to Azorean folk songs. Winter months are cooler and windier, and each island group has its own pattern of wet and dry months.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solar known for?
Solar maintains its own site at https://www.solardabica.pt/, which serves as the venue's public reference point. The bar is part of Madeira's social fabric, an island where music and dance are central to daily life.
What kind of business is Solar?
Solar is a bar on Madeira in the Atlantic, open every day from 08:00 to 22:00. Music and dance shape island life here, from morna and coladeira to Azorean folk songs, and a bar is a natural place to hear that side of local culture.
Where is Solar located on Madeira?
Solar sits at Rua da Bica nº17, Sítio dos Lameiros, 9240-211 São Vicente, Portugal, on the northern side of Madeira. São Vicente is one of the island's recognised places, and the address places the venue in that specific parish setting.
How do visitors rate Solar?
Solar holds a rating of 4.7/5 from 493 reviews, placing it well among bars on Madeira. That score reflects a steady stream of visitor feedback for the São Vicente venue.
Is Solar easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on Madeira?
Solar sits in São Vicente, and the island's road network links it to places such as Funchal, Câmara de Lobos, Caniço, Machico, Santana, Porto Moniz and Calheta. Portuguese is the official language on Madeira, with local accents and creole varieties, so a little patience with place names helps when navigating.
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