Campanário is a traditional agricultural parish on Madeira's sunny south coast, known for its terraced hillsides, banana plantations, and proximity to two unique attractions: the Fajã dos Padres coastal plateau and the famous Cabo Girão cliff viewpoint.

How to Get to Campanário by Bus

Campanário sits along the main coastal road between Funchal and Ribeira Brava, making it easily accessible:

Funchal ↔ Ribeira Brava

The express coastal route. Fast connection to Campanário in about 30 minutes.

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Funchal ↔ Calheta

Passes through Campanário on the way to the western beaches.

💡 Travel Tip: From Campanário, you can access the cable car to Fajã dos Padres, a secluded beach and restaurant only reachable by sea or cable car. Combine with a visit to nearby Cabo Girão for the glass skywalk.

What to See in Campanário

Visit the 16th-century parish church. Take the cable car down to Fajã dos Padres for wine tasting and fresh seafood. Walk through the terraced banana and vegetable farms. The Miradouro do Campanário offers sweeping ocean views. The village maintains traditional thatched storage buildings.

Best Time to Visit

Year-round destination with mild south coast weather. Summer is ideal for swimming at Fajã dos Padres. The village festival in July features traditional music and food. Combine with nearby Cabo Girão for a full day trip.