Title: Visit Curral das Freiras: 2026 Travel Guide for Curral das Freiras, Camara de Lobos | Expedia.com

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# Curral das Freiras

## Travel Guide

![View of Curral Das Freiras (or "Valley of the Nuns") from the Eira do Serrado Viewpoint, Madeira.

In the 16th century, nuns found refuge here from pirates that often attacked the island.

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![View of Curral Das Freiras (or "Valley of the Nuns") from the Eira do Serrado Viewpoint, Madeira.

In the 16th century, nuns found refuge here from pirates that often attacked the island.

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![View of Curral Das Freiras (or "Valley of the Nuns") from the Eira do Serrado Viewpoint, Madeira. 

In the 16th century, nuns found refuge here from pirates that often attacked the island.

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![Madeira](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976095249/8bf9fe68-f7b3-4958-8308-0ed95997d657.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Rainbow and low cloud in the Nun's Valley ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976095249/2a186f82-cf63-4ad2-b34b-533dffd2abcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Curral das Freiras

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- Vacation Rentals in Curral das Freiras

![Eira do Serrado Hotel & SPA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3763100/3763068/abb33fe0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Eira do Serrado Hotel & SPA

Curral Das Freiras Camara de Lobos 

$164 nightly

$175 total

Feb 19 - Feb 20

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Camara de Lobos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)

Wonderful location, needs a bit extra… 

Excellent stay, wonderful views that were worth it by itself. My favourite part was lying on the sofa looking at the clouds pour from the mountains. But a couple of things couple could be improved. The spa facilities were not good enough. The sauna wasn’t hot enough, and the jacuzzi did not look ...

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

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The Editory Ocean Way Funchal

15 Rua do Vale da Ajuda Funchal 

$181 nightly

$193 total

Feb 20 - Feb 21

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and Ponta ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)

Lovely hotel, clean and modern. All the staff were so lovely and friendly making my stay very memorable. Would definitely go back.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

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Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Avenida do Infante, 25 Funchal 

$364 nightly

$384 total

Mar 14 - Mar 15

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (661 reviews)

It was everything I expected. Great service, great location, friendly and helpful staff.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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Dom Pedro Garajau

Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz 

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful ...

7.2/10 Good! (472 reviews)

The kitchen appliances did not work and there was no air conditioning in the room. The staff were friendly and the room service left the space very neat and tidy.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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Village Cabo Girao

Rua 1º de Julho, nº 2 Camara de Lobos 

Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Camara de Lobos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...

9/10 Wonderful! (213 reviews)

Exercise classes quizzes

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

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Sea and Sun 4 You - BeatMann 

R. dos Tanoeiros 55 Funchal Madeira

Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Funchal Sacred Art Museum ...

10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)

We took a chance on this property as there were no reviews but I have to say that the property was clean and modern and well kitted out for a stay. Location was perfect and the modern approach to checking in and security on the property was great. We would definitely stay there again. However I would ...

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Cabo Girao featuring a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081817/8d71eb7b-7583-42da-8974-2a2c6e1aec68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cabo Girao

Brave the dizzying heights of this striking viewpoint to see some of the most spectacular views in Madeira.

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![Pico do Ariero showing mountains and views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081823/7ea2fd35-722a-4a91-ae70-a1f7d78f4fae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pico do Ariero

Enjoy splendid views from the peak of one of Madeira’s highest mountains, the gateway to a very popular hiking trail.

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### Things to do

![City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/172154/1c0026b2-71cc-4827-a418-68732860a6de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

$30

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

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![Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48488035/413c8646-d2a4-4210-a3f0-bccc60166b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim

$61

per adult

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![Picture 1 for Activity Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4766169/4ef7c5c5-e77a-48fb-9a13-228ad500ea19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Madeira: Half-Day Pico Areeiro Jeep Tour

$53

per adult

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![Picture 2 for Activity Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48313931/9d30ca6a-1e93-4b7d-bf9c-b58c3a5d696b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

$40

per adult

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![Boss's Well - Nuns Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2786824/9ae0917d-3242-444b-b186-478297557358.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Nuns Valley Tour

$30

per adult

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![Aerial view of Cabo Girão Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/504447/ba6dc170-82bd-46a3-b280-c77747d8261f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 5 Days

$34

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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## Cities near Curral das Freiras

![Madeira](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/6e2c669e-bc3d-4836-8141-229eb28e0940.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Funchal

![Camara de Lobos which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603147/694cb574-32b5-440a-b437-1b4d5161ca90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Camara de Lobos

![Madeira, Santana, traditional thatched house, elevated view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025848/f2cf11da-497e-48f4-add1-9765755f459a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Santana

![View towards Serra de Água from ridge. West Madeira tour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158368/b0af80a6-6c0d-48d4-8b90-1aeca0f568a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Ribeira Brava

- Cities near Curral das Freiras
- Places of interest

[Funchal](https://expedia.com/Funchal.dx1232)[Camara de Lobos](https://expedia.com/Camara-De-Lobos.dx603147)[Santana](https://expedia.com/Santana.dx6025848)[Ribeira Brava](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Brava.dx6046605)[São Vicente](https://expedia.com/Sao-Vicente.dx6047040)[Boaventura](https://expedia.com/Boaventura.dx6048038)[Serra de Agua](https://expedia.com/Serra-De-Agua.dx6158368)[Estreito de Camara de Lobos](https://expedia.com/Estreito-De-Camara-De-Lobos.dx6158473)[Santo Antonio](https://expedia.com/Santo-Antonio.dx3000021011)[Campanário](https://expedia.com/Campanario.dx3000021625)[Monte](https://expedia.com/Monte.dx3000662096)[Faial](https://expedia.com/Faial.dx553248635976474429)[São Roque do Faial](https://expedia.com/Sao-Roque-Do-Faial.dx553248635976474432)

- [Pico do Ariero ](https://expedia.com/Pico-Do-Ariero-Camara-de-Lobos.d6081823.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Marina ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Marina-Funchal.d6081807.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Porto Moniz Natural Pools ](https://expedia.com/Porto-Moniz-Natural-Pools-Porto-Moniz.d6081841.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Farmers Market ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Farmers-Market-Old-Town-Funchal.d6158322.Vacation-Attraction)
- [CR7 Museum ](https://expedia.com/CR7-Museum-Funchal.d553248621562514801.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Seixal Beach ](https://expedia.com/Seixal-Beach-Madeira-Island.d553248635188846851.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Botanical Garden ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Botanical-Garden-Funchal.d6081821.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Town Square ](https://expedia.com/Town-Square-Funchal.d6081819.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ponta Do Sol Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Do-Sol-Beach-Madeira-Island.d6267526.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lido Bathing Complex ](https://expedia.com/Lido-Bathing-Complex-Funchal.d3000662102.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cabo Girao ](https://expedia.com/Cabo-Girao-Camara-de-Lobos.d6081817.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Congress Center ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Congress-Center-Funchal.d6158356.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Centro Comercial Forum Madeira ](https://expedia.com/Centro-Comercial-Forum-Madeira-Funchal.d553248621557918430.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Stadium ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Stadium-Funchal.d6081811.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Casino ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Casino-Funchal.d6126386.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Reis Magos Beach ](https://expedia.com/Reis-Magos-Beach-Madeira-Island.d6156405.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Monte Palace Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Monte-Palace-Gardens-Funchal.d6081827.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Palmeiras Beach ](https://expedia.com/Palmeiras-Beach-Madeira-Island.d6081815.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Formosa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Formosa-Beach-Funchal.d6081813.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal-Monte Teleferico ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Monte-Teleferico-Old-Town-Funchal.d6171669.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Machico Beach ](https://expedia.com/Machico-Beach-Machico.d633631306442006528.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Palheiro Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Palheiro-Gardens-Funchal.d6081843.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center ](https://expedia.com/Caves-Of-Sao-Vicente-And-Volcanism-Center-Sao-Vicente.d6081829.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Pico Ruivo ](https://expedia.com/Pico-Ruivo-Santana.d6081831.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Town Hall ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Town-Hall-Funchal.d553248635976174249.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Paul do Mar Beach ](https://expedia.com/Paul-Do-Mar-Beach-Madeira-Island.d6268358.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Municipal Garden ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Municipal-Garden-Funchal.d553248625259842830.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Avenida do Mar ](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Do-Mar-Funchal.d6158478.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Palheiro Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Palheiro-Golf-Club-Funchal.d6156409.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Cable Car - Monte Station ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Cable-Car-Monte-Station-Funchal.d553248634804409980.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Tourist Office ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Tourist-Office-Funchal.d553248621562514807.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lava Pools ](https://expedia.com/Lava-Pools-Porto-Moniz.d553248621532486756.Vacation-Attraction)

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