Porto Santo feels like a quiet cousin to its more famous neighbor, Madeira. The island’s main town, Vila Baleira, is a compact cluster of pastel‑colored houses that spill down to a long, golden beach where the sea stays warm enough for a dip well into October. Walk a few blocks inland and you’ll hit...
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Viewpoint in Porto Santo.
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Museum in Porto Santo. Address: Travessa da Sacristia, Porto Santo. Hours: Mo-Fr 08:30-20:00.
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Ruins in Porto Santo. Hours: 24/7.
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Viewpoint in Porto Santo.
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Viewpoint in Porto Santo.
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Artwork in Porto Santo.
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