{"id":5763,"date":"2024-09-07T16:21:13","date_gmt":"2024-09-07T16:21:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.findmadeira.pt\/places\/porto-santo\/"},"modified":"2025-09-20T14:55:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-20T14:55:04","slug":"porto-santo","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.findportugal.pt\/en\/visit\/porto-santo\/","title":{"rendered":"Porto Santo"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\nPorto Santo, Madeira\u2019s golden sister island, is a striking contrast to the lush, mountainous landscape of Madeira itself.<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/h3>\n<p>Located just 43 kilometers northeast of the main island, Porto Santo is known for its expansive golden-sand beach, stretching over 9 kilometers along the island&#8217;s southern coast. This tranquil oasis is the ideal destination for those seeking relaxation, sun, and the calming sound of the Atlantic waves gently lapping the shore.<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>The main town, Vila Baleira, offers a charming look into the island&#8217;s history, including the famous Casa de Colombo, where Christopher Columbus is said to have lived during his stay on the island. Wander through the cobbled streets and discover quaint cafes, restaurants, and shops that bring life to this otherwise serene landscape.<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>But Porto Santo isn\u2019t just about its beaches; the island has a rugged, volcanic northern coast that offers dramatic cliffs and stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean. For hiking enthusiasts, a trek up Pico do Castelo rewards with panoramic views of the island, while the nearby Pico de Ana Ferreira is famous for its unique volcanic rock formations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>With its slow pace of life, untouched nature, and therapeutic sandy shores, Porto Santo offers a different kind of holiday experience \u2014 one that is far removed from the bustling streets of the more populated Madeira. Many visitors come for the island\u2019s healing properties, as the sands are believed to have therapeutic qualities, making Porto Santo an ideal destination for a rejuvenating retreat.<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Hopening Hours:<\/strong> Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Suggested:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>To Visit:<\/strong> Casa de Colombo, Pico do Castelo, Praia de Porto Santo<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>To Do: <\/strong>Hiking, beach relaxation, water sports<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Where to Eat:<\/strong> O Calhetas, Restaurante P\u00e9 na \u00c1gua<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> Pestana Porto Santo, Vila Baleira Resort<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Shopping:<\/strong> Local markets in Vila Baleira<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5748,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false,"_promoted":"","_job_location":"R. 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