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Things to see in Porto Santo (Portugal): 22 places and when to go
Porto Santo is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly Nature (13), Mountains (9), Hiking (4). The best known are Pico do Castelo, Pico do Facho and Pico de Ana Ferreira. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 33.0594, -16.3357
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (13) · Mountains (9) · Hiking (4) · Architecture (2) · Museums and art (2) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- FNC Funchal, 57 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pico do Facho, at 516 m.
What to see in Porto Santo
The places in and around Porto Santo, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pico do CasteloMountain in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal2.4 km
- Pico do FachoMountain in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal3.0 km
- Pico de Ana FerreiraMountain in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal3.6 km
- Ilhéu de Cima LighthouseLighthouse in Madeira, Portugal5.3 km
- Ilheu Ferro LighthouseLighthouse in Portugal7.0 km
- Colombo HouseHistorical house and museum in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal2 m
- Old Pier of Porto SantoNature389 m
- Forte de São JoséFort in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal138 m
- Pico de BaixoMountain in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal3.5 km
- Pico BrancoMountain in Portugal4.9 km
- Cabeço de Bárbara GomesMountain in Portugal3.3 km
- Cabeço do ZimbralinhoMountain in Portugal5.4 km
- Cardina MuseumMuseum3.2 km
- Pico JulianaMountain in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal3.9 km
- Rede de Áreas Marinhas Protegidas do Porto SantoProtected area in Portugal459 m
- Quinta das PalmeirasNature · With kids2.9 km
- Pico da CabritaGeosite in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal4.2 km
- Pedreira do Pico de Ana FerreiraGeosite in Porto Santo, Madeira, Portugal3.2 km
- PR 2 - Vereda do Pico do Castelo (East)Hiking3.1 km
- PR 2 - Vereda do Pico do Castelo (West)Hiking3.0 km
- PR 3 - Levada do Pico do CasteloHiking2.1 km
- PR1 - Vereda do Pico Branco e Terra ChãHiking4.7 km
When to go to Porto Santo
The best time to visit Porto Santo is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:03
- FebPossible10:49
- MarPossible11:45
- AprBest time12:50
- MayBest time13:42
- JunBest time14:10
- JulBest time13:59
- AugBest time13:13
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:09
- NovPossible10:16
- DecPossible9:50
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 50. In April, 22 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to Portugal in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Porto Santo
The nearest main airport is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC, Funchal), 57 km as the crow flies. How to get around Portugal (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Funchal82 places68 km
- Prazeres43 places88 km
- Portimão88 places843 km
- São Teotónio30 places845 km
- São Luís27 places868 km
- Faro, Portugal41 places884 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Porto Santo?
The best known: Pico do Castelo, Pico do Facho, Pico de Ana Ferreira, Ilhéu de Cima Lighthouse, Ilheu Ferro Lighthouse. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Porto Santo?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 50.
How do you get to Porto Santo?
The nearest main airport is Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC), 57 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Porto Santo as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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