The island of Madeira in summer. 

Top Five Bars in Madeira

Leona De Pasquale, 01.07.2022

Located just off the northwest coast of Africa, Madeira is Portugal’s most captivating island. Of volcanic origin and subtropical, it offers dramatic landscapes, abundant sunshine and an array of bars where you should savour the local wines and spirits.

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Beautifully nicknamed the 'Pearl of the Atlantic,' Madeira was discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century who introduced sugarcane, wine grapes and various tropical fruits to the island. Therefore, when in Madeira, drinking Madeira wines (both fortified and table wines), local rums and the resulting Poncha cocktail should be on your must-drink list.

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