The Monte Palace Madeira Tropical Garden, located less than 5 km from the centre of Funchal, is one of Madeira’s most stunning tourist attractions. Covering 70,000 m², this botanical garden captivates visitors with rare species, from African cycads and North American redwoods to camellias and centuries-old olive trees. Explore the Oriental Gardens and the Laurissilva, a UNESCO-listed recreation of the native forest. Along the way, admire peacocks, flamingos and majestic carp in the lakes. At the Monte Palace Museum, discover collections of Modern and Contemporary Art, as well as rare minerals and precious stones. You can reach the garden by Funchal Cable Car or the Botanical Garden Cable Car, by bus (lines 20, 21, 22 and 48), taxi or private vehicle.