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Teleférico do Funchal

4.4(170 reviews)

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In Madeira, Teleférico do Funchal runs a cable car from Caminho das Babosas 8, 9050-541 Funchal, Ilha da Madeira, Portugal, carrying passengers between the lower town and the hillside above. The cable car operates 08:45-17:45, giving visitors a clear window to plan a ride.

Teleférico do Funchal holds a 4.4 out of 5 average from 170 reviews, a strong record among those who have visited. The attraction has a website at http://www.madeiracablecar.com/. Funchal, Câmara de Lobos, Caniço, Machico, Santana, São Vicente, Porto Moniz and Calheta are among the nearby places on the island.

Whales, dolphins and seabirds gather in the surrounding waters, and whale-watching boats run from several islands. Portuguese is the official language on the Azores, Madeira and Cape Verde, with local accents and creole varieties.

Steep slopes, deep valleys and high ridges define the terrain across much of the archipelago. Music and dance are central to island life, from morna and coladeira to Azorean folk songs. Island cooking leans on fresh seafood, tuna, maize and root vegetables such as cassava and sweet potato. The cable car climbs from the lower town toward the hillside above Funchal, and the ride gives a wide view over the city and the surrounding slopes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Teleférico do Funchal known for?

Teleférico do Funchal is known as a cable car attraction on Madeira, with its own site at http://www.madeiracablecar.com/. The island it serves lies in the Atlantic, where Portuguese is the official language.

What kind of business is Teleférico do Funchal?

Teleférico do Funchal is a cable car attraction on Madeira, and it opens from 08:45 to 17:45. Visitors stepping aboard are carried above the island, where music and dance remain central to daily life.

Where is Teleférico do Funchal located on Madeira?

Teleférico do Funchal sits at Caminho das Babosas 8, 9050-541 Funchal, Ilha da Madeira, Portugal. That puts it in Funchal, on the island of Madeira in the Atlantic.

How do visitors rate Teleférico do Funchal?

Teleférico do Funchal holds a rating of 4.4/5 from 170 reviews. That score reflects how riders regard this Madeira cable car attraction.

Is Teleférico do Funchal easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on Madeira?

Teleférico do Funchal is within reach of places across Madeira such as Funchal and Câmara de Lobos. Travellers based in Caniço, Machico, Santana, São Vicente, Porto Moniz or Calheta can also make their way to it.

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