Silversea Porto Santo, Portugal Cruise Port Guide | Silversea Cruises

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Awaiting Your Return FROM Shore

The small island of Porto

by local ferry. Compared to Madeira, Porto Santo still remains largely

unspoiled. Unlike its sister island, Porto Santo boasts beautiful sand

beaches. Its climate is fairly predictable--dry and warm, with few

differences in temperature between the seasons, which allows swimming

almost year 'round. In addition to magnificent beaches, the island's

major claim to fame is based on the fact that Christopher Columbus lived

here for some time and was married to the daughter of the local

governor. In the small capital, Vila Baleira, the house of Columbus has been converted into a small museum.

Another attraction on Porto Santo is the Pico do Castelo. The fort, standing

on the highest point of the island, was erected in the 16th century to ward

off attacks by French and Algerian pirates. Remote Porto Santo still offers

visitors an air of tranquility and a look at an unhurried way of life.

Pier Information . The ship is scheduled to

dock at the port of Santo. The pier is about two miles FROM Vila

Baleira, the island's small capital.Taxis may be found in limited supply

for the short ride to town or for a trip around the island. Rates should

be agreed on before leaving the pier. Facilities at the port include

telephone and fax services, a pharmacy and a rental car office.

Shopping . Local souvenirs include objects

made FROM straw, such as miniature windmills and dolls. They can be

found in shops around Vila Baleira. Opening hours are generally FROM

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., opening again at 3:00 p.m. Most shops accept

Cuisine . If you feel like having lunch ashore,

seafood is your best choice, which you can find at either Mar e Sol or

Por do Sol in Vila Baleira.

Of interest in town are several churches, the town hall square, a

monument dedicated to Portuguese discoveries, and the Museum 'Casa

Colombo.' Around the island you find ruins of 16th-century

fortifications and a geological monument at Pico Ana Ferreira. Most of

these sights are covered on the tour.

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