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Monte Palace Tropical Garden with cable car tour

4.4/5
1116 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

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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  • Y

    YEV

    Traveled as a couple


    October 19, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Really interesting, guide we had was excellent, her knowledge was extremely good

  • J

    John

    Traveled as a couple


    October 17, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    A stunning garden tour enhanced by an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and accommodating she made the whole experience even better.

  • L

    Les belges

    Traveled as a couple


    October 23, 2026
    5

    France

    Guide très sympathique et très désireux de nous partager les beautés de son île. Nous ne savions où donner de la tête tant ce jardin est fantastique. Pour le reste, rien a redire si ce n'est que l'attente pour la descente en panier d'osier peut être un peu longue ( surtout si un bateau de croisière arrive au port).

  • M

    Marioni

    Traveled as a couple


    October 21, 2026
    5

    Germany

    Sympathische Führerin, lässiger Fahrer, pünktlich, top Wetter, viele Informationen über die City, entspannte Route durch den Garten mit vielen Highlights

  • S

    Saepe

    Traveled with a group of friends


    October 23, 2026
    5

    France

    Guide très professionnel et attentif aux demandes des clients

  • A

    Ans

    Traveled with a group of friends


    October 9, 2026
    5

    Netherlands

    De Belgische gids spreekt erg snel en enigszins monotoon. Als Nederlander best oortjes spitsen. Hij vertelt wel veel en dat is een pluspunt. Twee keer dezelfde gids en 2 x 15 min. te laat bij opstappunt, terwijl wij 1 van de eerste reizigers waren. Tijd voor de tuin was oké.