Garajau

#628 among destinations in Portugal

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The Garajau Partial Nature Reserve is a Portuguese marine reserve located on the Funchal Bay offshore Madeira Island. The protected area has existed since 1986. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1447.88 mi²Elevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 32°38'19"N, 16°51'33"W

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Garajau – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mercado dos Lavradores, Madeira Botanical Garden, Museum of Sacred Art, Cathedral of Funchal.

2.7 miW
Market, Shopping
Mercado dos Lavradores, Funchal
69 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Funchal, the capital city of Madeira, Portugal, Mercado dos Lavradores stands as a vibrant tribute to the island's rich agricultural heritage. This bustling market, which translates to "Farmers' Market," is a colorful and aromatic destination...
2.7 miNW
Park, Garden, Botanical garden
Madeira Botanical Garden, Funchal
70 min walk • Nestled within the verdant slopes above the city of Funchal, the Madeira Botanical Garden is a verdant paradise that showcases the rich flora of Madeira, Portugal, alongside a diverse collection of plants from around the globe.
2.9 miW
Museum, Art museum, Baroque architecture
Museum of Sacred Art, Funchal
76 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Funchal, the bustling capital city of Madeira, Portugal, the Museum of Sacred Art stands as a testament to the region's rich religious and cultural heritage. Housed in the former Bishop's Palace, the museum is a repository of Portuguese art from...
2.9 miW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architecture
Cathedral of Funchal, Funchal
75 min walk • The Cathedral of Funchal, also known as Sé Catedral, stands as a testament to the rich historical tapestry of Funchal, the capital city of Madeira, Portugal. This magnificent church, completed in 1514, is celebrated for its exquisite blend of Gothic, Romanesque,...
3 miW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Church of Saint John the Evangelist, Funchal
77 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant heart of Funchal, Portugal, the Church of Saint John the Evangelist stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and cultural heritage. This historic church, often referred to simply as the Funchal Cathedral, is an architectural marvel...
2.4 miW
Church, Gothic architecture, Mannerist architecture
Capela do Corpo Santo, Funchal
63 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Funchal, the capital city of Portugal's Madeira archipelago, the Capela do Corpo Santo stands as a testament to the island's rich maritime history and religious heritage. This quaint and historic chapel, dedicated to the Holy Body (Corpo Santo)...
0.5 miE
Sculpture, View point, Monuments and statues
Cristo Rei, Madeira Island
13 min walk • The Christ the King statue also known as the Sacred Heart statue, is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Garajau, Madeira.
2.8 miNW
Bridge
João Gomes Bridge, Funchal
72 min walk • João Gomes Bridge is a bridge in Funchal, the capital city of the Portuguese island of Madeira. It forms part of the VR1, Madeira. It was completed in 1994 and was designed by engineer António José Luís dos Reis. It is 274.5 metres long and stands high at 140 metres.
2.6 miW
32°38'56"N • 16°54'10"W
Armazém do Mercado, Funchal
68 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
2.2 miW
Cemetery
Jewish Cemetery of Funchal, Funchal
55 min walk • The Jewish Cemetery of Funchal is a Jewish cemetery located in Rua do Lazareto, Funchal, Madeira. Sephardi Jews as well as Ashkenazi Jews are buried here.
3.1 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Madeira Optics Museum, Funchal
80 min walk • The Madeira Optics Museum, also known as Museu de Óptica da Madeira, is a specialized museum located in Funchal, Madeira that showcases a permanent collection of optics-related devices.