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If you're looking to find reasonable accommodation in Santa Cruz, you might like this popular choice: Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive - Property features at this hotel include an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar.

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 17°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 506 mm.

In general, Santa Cruz is known for its beaches, sports and restaurants. Get out into nature with places such as Palmeiras Beach, Reis Magos Beach and Ponta da Oliveira. Cultural attractions include CR7 Museum, Museum of Natural History and Whale Museum. Locals like to shop at Santo da Serra Market and Funchal Farmers Market.

Keep this information about transit options in Santa Cruz in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo), 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the city centre.