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Monte Palace Tropical Garden with cable car tour

4.4/5
975 reviews

The subtropical climate of Madeira makes it an ideal spot for a dazzling array of plant and flower life. Be charmed by the exotic gardens of Monte Palace on this half-day excursion, and take in fantastic views high above Funchal from a cable car.

As you soar up above the capital in a cable car, you'll witness special views of the city below – and of the Atlantic beyond. And, as you enter the palace's world-renowned gardens, you'll be struck by the aroma of exotic species – planted in immaculately landscaped gardens. There are fountains, follies and grottoes aplenty and oriental-inspired sections.

Wander among the beautiful blooms, and soak up the serenity of the swans wading in the many ponds. And, for a fun extra why not take an optional toboggan ride down the mountain on a wicker sled. It's the traditional way to travel down, with two ‘carreiros' – or drivers – manning the brakes. Your guide will pick you up at the bottom.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Madeira
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Entrance fees included
Guided tour
Instant confirmation
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • The views over Funchal from your one way cable-car ride are out of this world
  • You'll have plenty of time to stroll around the landscaped Monte Palace Tropical Garden
  • If you're feeling adventurous, there's an optional wicker tobboggan ride down the mountain

Important to know

  • Return trip by toboggan ride at additional cost. Please note waiting times can be over an hour during high season
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility or baby buggies
  • The itinerary for this outing may not always be the same and can be changed by the guide if there are operational issues
  • If you don't want to take part in the optional tobbogan ride, you'll have to wait for those that do. During this time, you'll either visit a local church or a small public garden, or go for a coffee
  • Bring a hat
  • Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Panoramic bus tour
  • One-way cable car ride
  • Gardens entrance fee

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI PORTUGAL


What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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  • A

    Alison

    Travelled as a couple


    8 July 2026
    4.6

    United Kingdom

    Carla the guide was superb, we had a very enjoyable memorable trip and would highly recommend.

  • D

    Dodgger13

    Travelled with family


    6 July 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Great trip cablecar top class. Gardens fantastic. Guide full of knowlege A1 trip 5*****

  • T

    Terry

    Travelled as a couple


    2 July 2026
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    Well organised and the tour guide was excellent

  • N

    N&S

    Travelled as a couple


    27 June 2026
    1

    United Kingdom

    In the past tours we booked have been picked up from the hotel reception. This time we were instructed to go to a bus stop outside a nearby hotel. We asked at the hotel reception for directions however, we did not realise that the hotel had 2 entrances so we went to the wrong bus stop & missed the tour. Never having been to Madeira before we were non the wiser. The second tour we went on the day after was changed to pick us up at the hotel reception.

  • I

    Izzybelle

    Travelled with family


    26 June 2026
    4.6

    United Kingdom

    The basket rides are a must

  • M

    Michelle

    Travelled with a group of friends


    23 June 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Coach arrived on time to collect us, trip arrangements were very smooth and we did not have to queue anywhere! The guide with us was very knowledgeable around the gardens and made it a very interesting visit.