Have a break, get a coffee and experience the island spirit with a view which is priceless - but for less than 1 Euro.

Completely unexpectedly surprises after about 4 km (1.5h) a great bar, which also offers something to eat and you have a great view under palm trees ☀️

After swimming in the rocky pools, we got hungry and looked for a snack. After walking a few meters, we found a rooftop bar serving Japanese (huh?! but good) food. The view is fantastic, the Vihno Verde perfect and the sound of the mighty ocean impossible to ignore.

... on the way to 25 Fontes

Worth seeing. Do not get ripped off when buying fruit!

Instruction: 1) go to the market, 2) buy some exotic crazy tasting fruits, 3) go to the ocean, 4) sit down, 5) enjoy🥑🍊🍍🥥🍋🍇🍉🥝🍏

In a former port wine cellar, you'll find a spacious room where, next to bookshelves on the walls, you can listen to an organist playing a 19th-century organ. Here you can enjoy the traditional Tripas à Moda do Porto, a culinary heritage that tastes even sweeter in the cozy atmosphere of this historic place.

Lively evenings with street musicians and artists, surrounded by the historical aura of Alfama, await you. Enjoy the view of the hustle and bustle from a unique perspective as you discover traditional Portuguese cuisine, such as the famous Bacalhau a Brás, at the nearby O Carvoeiro restaurant. A harmonious interplay of culture, history and culinary delights.

Enjoy a breakfast that lasts all day until four in the afternoon. Let yourself be seduced by modern creations such as eggs benedict and avocado toasts, served with the flair of a hotel-restaurant. Its former popularity has led to an extended, charming basement lounge, which is now an idyllic retreat for connoisseurs.

Immerse yourself in the world of Portuguese cuisine, reinterpreted by young talents. Here you will be spoiled with creative variations of traditional dishes, from excellently prepared bacalhau à brás to daily changing specialties, presented on a board at the entrance. A lively atmosphere with loud Portuguese songs accompanies the dining experience at this popular meeting place.

If you don't want to hike the PR8 back, you can use the speedboat to the parking lot. On the way, you will explore a lighthouse, the Elephant Stone and the Pigeon Cave. From the harbour it is about 10 minutes to the parking lot.

Traditional cuisine, quite modern dishes, service somewhat rustic.

Over 16,000 hand-painted, blue-and-white azulejos adorn the exterior walls, telling stories of São Francisco de Assis and Santa Catarina. This unique façade, created in the early 1930s, stands as a living monument of Portuguese art and culture. The chapel itself, an 18th-century gem, houses important religious paintings, including the Retábulo de Nossa Senhora da Serra do Pilar.

Immerse yourself in a world where opulent neo-Gothic architecture meets literary history. Admire the inspiring red spiral staircase that inspired J.K. Rowling for Harry Potter as you wander between shelves full of books. Under the impressive colored glass roof, you will not only find literature, but also a piece of the magical world.

Along the watercourses you pass by several waterfalls or walk under them. The whole hike takes about 3 hours and is relaxed doable. You should start at the church Igreja da Lombada da Ponta do Sol, here you can also park.

Psst, don't tell anyone: The queue for the elevator - which is usually insanely long - can be avoided. can be bypassed by walking around the hill and up the back side, from where you can take the elevator down without a long wait. The elegant iron tower, by the way, was designed by a certain Monsieur du Ponsard, who was a student of Gustave Eiffel. Hm Eiffel - that rings a bell. In fact, Gustav Eiffel was the engineer and designer of the eponymous Eiffel Tower and even the Statue of Liberty.

Hidden deep beneath the Town Hall, the well-preserved remains of first-century Roman baths await you. Discover the impressive Laconicum, a circular steam room surrounded by an ingenious heating system, and immerse yourself in the world of the Romans, where baths were places of social encounter and exchange.

Explore the shadows of the past in a building that once housed PIDE. Learn how over 7,600 people from northern Portugal were subjected to interrogation and torture here. Discover the history of political repression and resistance as you traverse the rooms where these dark chapters took place.

Try the traditional cherry liqueur Ginjinha, served in a tiny but historic eatery. Choose between a pure shot or one with a pickled Ginja cherry. For a sweeter note, test the liqueur in an edible chocolate cup. This simple treat offers an in-depth look at Portuguese drinking culture and lets you experience the true taste of Lisbon.

Experience a one-of-a-kind ride in the historic Elevador de Santa Justa, an early 20th-century neo-Gothic landmark. In just one minute, this lift will take you to the spectacular observation deck, where you can enjoy unparalleled panoramic views of the Baixa, the Castelo de São Jorge, and the sparkling Tagus River. A romantic experience, especially at sunset.

Unique bathing experiences await you in natural lava pools, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Created by millennia-old lava flows, these pools offer a perfect combination of crystal clear Atlantic waters and picturesque basalt rocks. While the eastern pools retain their wild, natural beauty, where caution is advised because of the sharp rocks, the western pools offer an outdoor pool-like ambience with polished stones and shallow entrances. Here you can swim safely and at the same time enjoy the uninterrupted view of the open sea. These natural swimming pools are a must-see for any visitor to Madeira looking for an unparalleled swimming experience.