Whale Hunting Museum of Porto Moniz

The Whale Hunting Museum in Porto Moniz isn’t just about old boats and black-and-white photos—it’s a gritty dive into a time when catching whales meant bravery, sweat, and giant spears (yes, real ones).

Inside, you’ll find life-sized models, epic tools of the trade, and actual jawbones that look like they belong in Jurassic Park. The exhibition tells the story of Madeira’s whalers—tough-as-nails locals who faced the Atlantic with nothing but wooden boats and serious guts.

You’ll meet them through portraits, letters, and eerie gear, all tucked into a volcanic rock setting that feels part cave, part cinema. Oh, and that Guinness World Record-sized frying pan? Let’s just say it tells its own fish tale.

Whether you’re into history, boats, or just big dramatic energy—this spot delivers. Full throttle.