Price: Varies (Entrance fee typically around €12.50)

Description of this place: Accessible by cable car from Funchal, the Monte Palace Tropical Garden is a truly magnificent and expansive garden complex. Beyond its stunning collection of exotic plants, indigenous Madeiran flora, and koi ponds, the garden is a remarkable open-air museum. It features an impressive array of art, including a collection of unique tile panels (azulejos) depicting Portuguese history, sculptures, and an oriental garden with pagodas and Buddhist statues. The pathways wind through waterfalls, lagoons, and lush vegetation, offering breathtaking views of Funchal Bay. It's a journey of discovery for nature lovers and art enthusiasts alike.