{"id":1464,"date":"2024-04-25T18:06:42","date_gmt":"2024-04-25T17:06:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/que-faire-ponta-do-sol-visiter\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T16:02:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T15:02:26","slug":"best-things-to-do-ponta-do-sol-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-ponta-do-sol-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"7 best things to do in Ponta do Sol (Madeira)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With colorful buildings, an old bridge with beautiful views and a sunny beach, Ponta do Sol is one of the island&#8217;s must-see spots.<br\/>Here&#8217;s our guide to the <strong>must-see places<\/strong> in Madeira&#8217;s Ponta do Sol region, plus useful tips for planning your visit.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/best-things-to-do-Ponta-do-Sol-Madeira-visit-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Things to do Ponta do Sol Madeira visit\" class=\"wp-image-1424\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We made our own choices, visited the area anonymously, and paid our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Ponta do Sol worth a visit?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Yes, the town of Ponta do Sol is well worth a visit, for its old town center by the sea.<br\/>The colorful buildings, church and historic bridge make for a pleasant stroll in one of the island&#8217;s sunniest spots.<\/p>\n\n<p>It&#8217;s one of <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-towns-madeira-villages\/\">Madeira&#8217;s most beautiful cities<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f4fae2;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2\">Our independent picks for <strong>the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-madeira-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Madeira<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-funchal-madeira-5-star-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best 5-star hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-boutique-hotels-funchal-madeira-charm\/\">Best boutique-hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-old-town-funchal-avis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Funchal Old Town<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-adults-only-hotels-funchal-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best adults-only hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-family-hotels-madeira-kids-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels for families<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-all-inclusive-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best all-inclusive hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/beste-romantic-hotels-funchal-madeira-lovers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best romantic hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Accommodation\/i-TtZHSRZ\/1\/7f80cf7d\/L\/Arco_da_Calheta_hotel_Madeira-8896-L.jpg\" alt=\"Engenho Velho Hotel\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Ponta do Sol Beach<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Beach\/i-NSFzjVM\/1\/D439p7WCMxCBz99vMvXSTBRPz3dgLxWmxxwcGz3B9\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-7162710-L.jpg\" alt=\"Ponta do Sol beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>The town&#8217;s tourist area is concentrated around the beach and seafront.<br\/>As Ponta do Sol is one of the sunniest towns on the island, its beach is very popular and one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most beautiful on Madeira<\/a>).<br\/>It&#8217;s a landscaped pebble beach stretching between the cliffs at the mouth of the valley.<br\/>It&#8217;s just over 150m long.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water temperature approx. 19\u00b0C\/20\u00b0C in summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changing rooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurants and bars on the beach and in the street leading up from the beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supervised beach in summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A breakwater has been built to break the waves, allowing safe, calm bathing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#edf8cc;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING YOUR CAR AT <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">\nMadeira<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/en\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a car with a good engine for hilly roads, but not too big for manoeuvring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s plenty of demand and few cars, so <strong>book early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" alt=\"Car rental in Madeira\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/renting-car-madeira-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Historic bridge and views<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Bridge\/i-JvZWrHF\/1\/FF2KN8BD7LW2qQ4zbN3B4qSQNpFkhcJWg5QWb2qM5\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-9011-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>The bridge is the town&#8217;s main attraction. It is very picturesque with its round vault. It links the pier to the shore.<br\/>Built in 1848 and 1849, this enabled the entire south coast to be supplied by the road linking all the villages.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Bridge\/i-JGWZxPh\/1\/FQ3Cc9gwqqhDwfkfCNcdjdcL6qwLTZmpNLkdPpKVX\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-7162730-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a very photogenic place, both from the shore and from the bridge and jetty.<br\/>Enjoy beautiful views of the cliffs of the north coast. You can even see the towering cliffs of <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/cabo-girao-madeira\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3525\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cabo Girao<\/a> in the distance.<br\/>And on the other side, you also have a beautiful view of the Pont do Sol waterfront.<br\/>Also note the shades of blue, the lava rocks and the remains of the<\/p>\n\n<p>A bridge links the road to the pier. It&#8217;s a small stone bridge with an arch in the shape of the old prison.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Colorful waterfront buildings<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Beach\/i-CNVDLS2\/1\/TgBZWgvFxj82G6TXjdSTdtTxp7jp3K5VSSfnhBFm\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-7162716-L.jpg\" alt=\"Ponta do Sol seafront\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>The atmosphere in Ponta do Sol is sunny and tranquil. Take time to admire all the buildings along the waterfront: colorful buildings with wrought-iron balconies, typical of these islands.<br\/>And at the end of the walk near the tunnel, don&#8217;t miss the yellow and brown Art Deco building that used to be the Antigo cinema, built in 1933. In summer, the Micro Film Festival is held in Ponta do Sol.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#edf8cc;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR GUIDE TO PLANNING A <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Dream trip<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>7 maps that make planning easier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 120 pre-selected locations  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practical advice  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 260 photos to help you choose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-theme-primary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/ebook-travel-guide-madeira\/\">Discover it &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius-waitlist gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Med-Madeira-Travel-Guide-ebook-cover-4.jpg\" alt=\"guide-voyage-Madere-ebook-cover-medium\" class=\"wp-image-2412\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Nossa Senhora da Luz Church<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Town\/i-7wwSCQL\/1\/FcWxJHFMQjt6HdssF4BJtZhsHqdpBz8RThqGzg2RL\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-9006-L.jpg\" alt=\"Nossa Senhora da Luz Church\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>In the heart of the seafront, discover the small Nossa Senhora da Luz M\u00e8re church. Its style is typical of the island, with white walls and gray stone edges.<br\/>Built at the end of the 15th century, its fa\u00e7ade was rebuilt in the 18th century.<\/p>\n\n<p>If it&#8217;s open, take the time to go inside and admire the ornaments, and especially the ceiling!<br\/>From the outside, note the shape around the clock, as it&#8217;s not typical and quite surprising!<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Creating a history of the town<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Town\/i-Nm6kFg7\/1\/GDpT828t5KPKw58w4d6QfR3h22GWttDg5qcmRpk2\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-7162746-L.jpg\" alt=\"historical fresco on the town of Ponta do Sol\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Even if many of the buildings are modern, take the time to understand the place and its history. This fertile, wind-protected valley is one of the oldest places on Madeira Island.<br\/>From the earliest years of colonization, around 1425, people settled here. And the village was founded in 1501.<\/p>\n\n<p>The town was an agricultural center with sugarcane production, which enabled it to prosper. Today, however, you mainly see banana plantations.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f4fae2;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR FAVORITE ACTIVITY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Catamaran tour to see dolphins and Madeira&#8217;s giant cliffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s?q=Funchal+dauphins+catamaran&amp;searchSource=8&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See program and availability &#8211; and book!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/9c-Dolphins\/i-whpFzdc\/1\/2fa5ccf1\/L\/dolphin_cruise_boat_Tour_Madeira-7204502-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:319px;height:303px\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Parque Infante D. Henrique<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Town\/i-hN2bJGd\/1\/CZvgcjM9jNr9fdPtkpFhZQDGJkngG9HVzDnZsrbqh\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-7162699-L.jpg\" alt=\"Parque Infante D. Henrique\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Before or after descending to the sea, don&#8217;t miss the stairs leading up behind the church.<br\/>They take you to a small square above the waterfront rooftops.<br\/>It&#8217;s a peaceful place with beautiful views of the sea, the city and the surrounding mountains.<br\/>There are also attractive tiles above the benches.<br\/>Be careful, there&#8217;s no shadow, or just 10 cm here and there with the decorative bars.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Note the Palace of Zinos<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Hotel-Zino-Palace\/i-vwvW8Wg\/0\/GGZV685Bv3MWSw4jBCRRsgR7bvcxQZkPhvMGnmrc\/L\/Hotel-zino-palace-L.jpg\" alt=\"Zinos Palace\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>The rest of the town extends into the valley and into the next valley, but is of little architectural or historical interest.<br\/>However, Ponta do Sol&#8217;s other famous building is the Zinos Palace.<br\/>Be sure to look up to spot it. You can&#8217;t miss it, because this romantic late 19th-century building is pink!<br\/>You can sleep there or enjoy its restaurant.<br\/>Today, it&#8217;s a 4-star hotel &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/1905-zino-39-s-palace.html?aid=2410700\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see photos and availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">Subscribe to our <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Newsletter<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul 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Hiking around Ponta do Sol: Levada do Moinho<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Extras\/i-tmP6vn4\/0\/JbWhHjvcXGVMBqF2nSHXL9DxV8T8dj6cCWRdXSGk\/L\/Levada%20do%20Moinho%20canva-L.jpg\" alt=\"Levada do Moinho\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>There are several well-known hikes in the vicinity of Ponta do Sol.<br\/>The nearest, which starts in the town itself, is PR7 Levada do Moinho.<br\/>This is a typical hike along a levada (irrigation channel), one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-levadas-madeira\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2573\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">island&#8217;s most beautiful levadas<\/a>.<br\/>Along the way, you&#8217;ll discover the ruins of a mill.<br\/>But it&#8217;s best known for its tunnel and waterfall, a very photogenic spot!<br\/>This is one of the few photos on this site that we didn&#8217;t take, but we hope to return soon!<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8 to 10 km round trip<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>attention slippery ground<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>moderate difficulty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>allow 4 to 5 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must reserve your slot and pay the access fee in advance <a href=\"https:\/\/simplifica.madeira.gov.pt\/services\/78-82-259\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other attractions in and around Ponta do Sol  <\/h2>\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve listed our must-haves, but you can also take advantage of..:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Town\/i-nBVBLt4\/1\/DS2TSLV2Z6R3CXVK5rhS5g7M7SXbdXRB5xCPb2nfC\/L\/centro-cultural-john-dos-passos-L.jpg\" alt=\"John Dos Passos Cultural Center\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>John Dos Passos Cultural Center<\/strong>:<br\/>The space includes exhibition rooms, a library and an auditorium, in homage to the Portuguese-born writer John Dos Passos,<br\/>Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 to 5:30 p.m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Banana Museum of Madeira<\/strong><br\/>In the following valley, find out more about planting and the fruit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>And you can combine your visit to Ponta do Sol with other attractions in the area:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Madalena-do-Mar\/i-3dRGfHB\/1\/Dqnwnv4R99tmTKBr5JGtbjrkx6SqgFrq5bGLS7sx\/L\/Madalena_do_Mar_Madeira-9026-L.jpg\" alt=\"plantation in Madalena do Mar\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Madalena do Mar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cascada dos Anjos<\/strong><br\/>A waterfall that falls onto a road, for those who want to take an unusual shower.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The village of Madalena do Mar<\/strong> and its mini-hike along the banana plantations.<br\/>It&#8217;s less than 10 minutes away by car.<br\/>Learn more in <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-madalena-do-mar-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The town of <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-ribeira-brava-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1100\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ribeira Brava<\/a><\/strong>, especially for its pretty church and gentle way of life.<br\/>It&#8217;s less than 15 minutes away by car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>You can also plan a day for yourself:<br\/>Starting in the hills with the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/hike-levada-25-fontes-madeira\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3305\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Levada das 25 Fontes<\/a> hike, one of the most beautiful on the island.<br\/>Then relax in Ponta do Sol, have lunch and enjoy the beach.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Ponta do Sol + parking<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Ponta do Sol<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Middle of Madeira&#8217;s south coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-funchal-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2152\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Funchal<\/a> = 30 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-porto-moniz-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1574\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Porto Moniz<\/a> = 45 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-machico-madeira-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1944\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Machico<\/a> = 45 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Here is a map to help you find your way:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/mapa-Ponta-do-Sol-Madeira-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Ponta do Sol Madeira map\" class=\"wp-image-1344\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map: Ponta do Sol in Madeira<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there<\/h3>\n\n<p>The easiest way to <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/how-to-get-around-madeira-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">get around Madeira<\/a> is to rent a car.<br\/>Ponta do Sol is easy to get to, close to main roads, especially from Funchal.<\/p>\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to drive, most guided tours of western Madeira stop at Ponta do SOl: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/depuis-funchal-excursion-en-4x4-porto-moniz-et-cap-girao-t225105\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see the program and book your tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>Rodoeste operates buses between Funchal and Ponta do Sol. See timetables <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodoeste.com.pt\/assets\/front\/pdf\/schedules\/locality\/PONTA%20DO%20SOL.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking in Ponta do Sol<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Town\/i-qwDPzCL\/1\/VHBfTC5ZmZkbNXHSjq7csfMz97738NLz4rq2Xjkf\/L\/ponta-do-sol-parking-L.jpg\" alt=\"Parking in Ponta do Sol\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parking in Ponta do Sol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Parking can be tricky, especially in the afternoon. To avoid spinning, we recommend arriving early in the morning.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In all cases, these are paid parking lots. You need coins to operate the machines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you arrive in the afternoon in summer, you may have difficulty finding a parking space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long and when is the best time?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Getting around Ponta do Sol isn&#8217;t particularly difficult, just a few steep streets.<\/p>\n\n<p>Ponta do Sol is a popular spot, best known for being Madeira&#8217;s sunniest corner. We advise you:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>arrive in the morning for easy parking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>allow 1 hour to explore the waterfront  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>consider lunching there<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netmadeira.com\/webcams-madeira\/ponta-do-sol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">webcam<\/a> conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Ponta do Sol is home to a number of festivals that can make traffic difficult: the Microfilm Festival, Madeira Dig&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Town\/i-w694KxK\/1\/CcmbGZBtPTFgfnRPZk8DXJkSPmK8S6Pb5S4SP2mGd\/L\/ponta-do-sol-restaurant-L.jpg\" alt=\"restaurants in Ponta do Sol\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restaurants<\/h3>\n\n<p>Ponta do Sol has a restaurant on the beach, another on the bridge access with a beautiful view, and several in the street that runs down the side of the church.<br\/>You&#8217;ll find fine cuts of meat, fish and seafood, as well as snacks.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/5f-Ponta-do-Sol\/i-RjTN3vx\/0\/DQX8TRKwMGtBhBzvQNsbL2q72n3PmgBCSx9rJXWhk\/L\/ponta-do-sol-hotel-estalagem-L.jpg\" alt=\"Estalagem Hotel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hotel Estalagem terrace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotels<\/h3>\n\n<p>You can also choose to stay in Ponta do Sol.<br\/>The town is central enough to explore the island.<br\/>We recommend..:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hotel Estalagem<\/strong>, on the seafront with beautiful views<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/estalagem-da-ponta-do-sol.html?aid=2410700\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel Enotel Sunset<\/strong> Bay, also by the sea<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/enotel-baia-do-sol.en-gb.html?aid=2410700&amp;label=gog235jc-1FCAQoggJCDWNpdHlfLTIxNjYxOTlIM1gDaE2IAQGYAQm4AQfIAQzYAQHoAQH4AQaIAgGoAgO4AtnC0q4GwAIB0gIkZjcwYjMxZGItY2Q2OC00MzE4LWI1YWQtNWVmOTgzMzg3NDVh2AIF4AIB&amp;sid=93e7660bd872d9fc343d6248d703cde1&amp;dest_id=-2172839;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=2;group_children=0;hapos=3;hpos=3;nflt=ht_id%3D204;no_rooms=1;req_adults=2;req_children=0;room1=A%2CA;sb_price_type=total;sr_order=popularity;srepoch=1708446072;srpvid=e05b72da7517020b;type=total;ucfs=1hotelTmpl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotel 1905 Zino&#8217;s Palace<\/strong>, a charming hotel on the heights of the next valley<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/1905-zino-39-s-palace.html?aid=356980\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See 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hikes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/most-beautiful-roads-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful roads<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-madeira-secret-places\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Secret places<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13d-Rocha-do-Navio\/i-T3f6J48\/2\/d3DHMbHtwPMz7Tj9qDPmRxGpbxx5RBRCr4LrPp2c\/S\/Roacha_do_Navio_cable_car_Madeira-7241164-S.jpg\" alt=\"Navia Rock\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div 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noopener\">Where to stay in Madeira<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\">Itineraries: 3 days &#8211; 4 days &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-5-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-6-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-one-week-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-10-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 days<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Driving\/i-xNmkb72\/2\/DF578h2B7Q6RbR84FZXN5v8D7vg6nLZ9dzBdrJ2rZ\/S\/driving_Madeira-7241434-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Madeira\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\"><strong>Places not to be missed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/dolphin-watching-madeira-whales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dolphin watching<\/a><br\/><a 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is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6c-Camara-dos-Lobos\/i-zH7D8Tv\/2\/DpttrQSghWXj2DKMm3VHbFkhFMLsTFhS37sRFTxNz\/S\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173015-S.jpg\" alt=\"Camara de Lobos\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/claire-robinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Portraits-equipe\/i-WCb99j5\/0\/2d0b98a0\/L\/regionlovers-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE MADE THE TRIP AND 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