Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Funchal December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Funchal Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal.dx1232)[Hotels in Funchal](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Hotels.d1232.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Funchal](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Funchal.d1232.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Funchal Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Funchal.d1232.Car-Hire-Guide)[Funchal Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal.d1232.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Funchal ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Funchal Types of activities Where to stay [Funchal travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal.dx1232) ![Madeira](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196804-Madeira.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Funchal featuring a coastal town and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86178-Funchal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Funchal which includes a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86177-Funchal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Funchal which includes a coastal town and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86171-Madeira-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Funchal](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86426-Funchal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Funchal Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Funchal has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Funchal, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Funchal with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Funchal Funchal is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Funchal, and make it a breeze to explore Funchal and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Funchal to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Funchal, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Funchal. #### Funchal attractions Funchal has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Funchal to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Funchal. Looking for things to do in Funchal can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Funchal or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Funchal attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Funchal ### Tours & day trips [See all 413 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/172154/1c0026b2-71cc-4827-a418-68732860a6de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras 1d+ 8/10 24 reviews Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Western Madeira Guided Trip & Fanal Mystic Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47708171/8a8f9abb-db4a-4de4-9a5e-9a3c7573e16b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Western Madeira Guided Trip & Fanal Mystic Forest 7h 6/10 1 review Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-western-madeira-guided-trip-fanal-mystic-forest.a47708171.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47963322/01899555-edee-41dd-870e-29cc929b2015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal 8h 30m Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-westside-achadas-cruz-moniz-seixal-and-fanal.a47963322.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixe...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45901873/3fa24aa3-a83a-4094-9fbf-5bc6a6227198.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixe... 7h 30m Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunrise-transfer-to-pico-do-arieiro-hike-to-pico-ruivo-return-from-teixeira.a45901873.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583317/ec11133c-c165-4ee5-a140-cd615b9fdc72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise 3h 9/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools(Small Groups )](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1067498/d419981e-56d4-4b26-8fe3-84918e20a6d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools(Small Groups ) 7h 10/10 18 reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/highly-recommended-100-west-tour-madeira.a1067498.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4766169/4ef7c5c5-e77a-48fb-9a13-228ad500ea19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour 4h Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-half-day-pico-arieiro-jeep-tour.a4766169.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![From Funchal: Santana and Pico do Areeiro East Island Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44505011/9ef9b6af-a4f7-4d9b-a347-5d17aa38e09c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Funchal: Santana and Pico do Areeiro East Island Tour 8h Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-funchal-santana-and-pico-do-areeiro-east-island-tour.a44505011.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44820723/3ec9ca74-72c0-4fa8-9abd-a98bdb8b5b4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven 3h 30m Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-guided-tour-to-pico-do-arieiro-with-drinks-and-food.a44820723.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![ Magnificent East Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2787242/543eef3d-2edf-41ee-b15e-19d515bca02d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnificent East Tour 8h Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnificent-east-tour.a2787242.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 204 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4766169/4ef7c5c5-e77a-48fb-9a13-228ad500ea19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Half-Day Pico Arieiro Jeep Tour 4h Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-half-day-pico-arieiro-jeep-tour.a4766169.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4x4 Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758317/e88f05ec-7730-4606-bf7d-a0ce0b8a233c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4x4 Tour 8h 9.6/10 32 reviews Free cancellation available £60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-skywalk-porto-moniz-seixal-and-fanal-jeep-tour.a4758317.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46773925/c5cdc92b-257b-47c2-8c69-e55892595700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail 6h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunrise-selfguided-hike-from-pico-do-arieiro-to-pico-ruivo.a46773925.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Valley of the Nuns Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45665467/73ac3700-39eb-4167-95f6-3825a9ccecc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Valley of the Nuns Full Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available £214 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valley-of-the-nuns-full-day-tour.a45665467.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Enjoy a Guided Levada Walk in the Rabaçal Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48677271/bd6e08cc-e1b5-491c-b539-75371e386cc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Enjoy a Guided Levada Walk in the Rabaçal Valley 8h Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-enjoy-a-guided-levada-walk-in-the-rabacal-valley.a48677271.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Transfer to PR1 Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Trail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48325833/0df71788-22b5-4985-885c-c9949a4f323f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Transfer to PR1 Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Trail 8h Free cancellation available £28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-funchal-transfer-to-pico-do-arieiro-pico-ruivo-trail.a48325833.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Beginner Canyoning Madeira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4848739/fc4718c5-26d6-4e90-9665-b38f2fb7505b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beginner Canyoning Madeira 3h 30m £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-level-1-canyoning-adventure.a4848739.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47830106/0fe53c50-3e55-4451-92de-fa9dccb115d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike 8h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-25-fontes-and-risco-levada-hike-with-transfers.a47830106.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Wine Tasting Experience Honey Museum and Cabo Girão](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4513727/63f0051d-4ad6-499c-846d-f480e82b22a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Wine Tasting Experience Honey Museum and Cabo Girão 7h 30m Free cancellation available £78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-funchal-full-day-skywalk-madeira-wine-tasting-tour.a4513727.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Sunrise Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44516513/6c3e5520-c027-4b88-8e90-2f06c2e250a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Sunrise Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo 8h 30m 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-sunrise-hike-from-pico-do-arieiro-to-pico-ruivo.a44516513.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 133 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Valley of the Nuns Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45665467/73ac3700-39eb-4167-95f6-3825a9ccecc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Valley of the Nuns Full Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available £214 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valley-of-the-nuns-full-day-tour.a45665467.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Toboggan and Old Town Experience with Tukway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652241/8c846be2-6e70-46a1-ace0-928a54fd9ec5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Toboggan and Old Town Experience with Tukway 2h Free cancellation available £70 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-old-town-tour-with-traditional-toboggan.a44652241.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Christmas Lights Sightseeing Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4771184/c19f9c74-d6e5-4eed-948c-43a6eb0b9a30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Christmas Lights Sightseeing Night Tour 1h 15m Free cancellation available £28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-christmas-lights-sightseeing-night-tour.a4771184.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Sunrise Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44516513/6c3e5520-c027-4b88-8e90-2f06c2e250a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Sunrise Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo 8h 30m 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-sunrise-hike-from-pico-do-arieiro-to-pico-ruivo.a44516513.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Botanical Garden and Old Town Private Tuk-Tuk Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47908403/29a89f3d-c161-4c05-a7b7-1f3a16a72938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Botanical Garden and Old Town Private Tuk-Tuk Tour 2h Free cancellation available £70 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/botanical-garden-funchal-old-town-private-tuk-tuk-tour.a47908403.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Private Monte tour on a Tukxi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4562554/4b120ffb-02b5-4530-b5a5-0107123dfce6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Private Monte tour on a Tukxi 1h 30m+ Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-tukxi-tour-to-monte.a4562554.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Private Tuk Tuk Tour to Old Town + Monte in Funchal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2786402/e4363fc9-0c30-4216-90ad-335365b69816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tuk Tuk Tour to Old Town + Monte in Funchal 2h Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tuk-tuk-to-monte-tour-from-funchal.a2786402.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Monte Tropical Gardens + Old Town Tuk-Tuk private tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49601050/08ca8fbd-b440-4a63-8c28-5005451ac73b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Monte Tropical Gardens + Old Town Tuk-Tuk private tour 2h Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tuk-tuk-private-tour-of-tropical-mountain-gardens.a49601050.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira "Mystery Tour" - Half Day Private 4x4 Jeep](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46788873/5bac24df-eb8c-4d4e-b049-c0cd5f3ff3f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira "Mystery Tour" - Half Day Private 4x4 Jeep 4h Free cancellation available £217 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-madeira-4x4-enigma-tour-private.a46788873.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 99 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583317/ec11133c-c165-4ee5-a140-cd615b9fdc72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise 3h 9/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48336967/93b30981-9dee-45e8-9c37-ce29dbd50144.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching 3h 9.6/10 11 reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4519359/e19177d0-405a-4ba9-b5a6-ff9a916f51af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise 3h 9/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-bay-dolphin-whale-watch-luxury-catamaran-cruise.a4519359.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47830106/0fe53c50-3e55-4451-92de-fa9dccb115d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike 8h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-25-fontes-and-risco-levada-hike-with-transfers.a47830106.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: West Tour with Porto Moniz and Volcanic Pools](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4514686/db5aa5e0-0ae3-43a4-b28c-bac06681eb4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: West Tour with Porto Moniz and Volcanic Pools 8h Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-west-tour-with-porto-moniz-and-volcanic-pools.a4514686.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48488035/413c8646-d2a4-4210-a3f0-bccc60166b6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim 2h 30m Free cancellation available £45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-dolphins-and-whales-watching-tour-by-rib-boat.a48488035.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Wine & Tapas, Cabo Girão Skywalk 4x4 Jeep Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47852005/31d88d98-aeca-4f3a-9de6-0a622356631b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Wine & Tapas, Cabo Girão Skywalk 4x4 Jeep Adventure 4h Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-wine-tapas-cabo-girao-skywalk-4x4-jeep-adventure.a47852005.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Madeira Island Group Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4760395/b4f08a53-a522-4e9f-beca-90261057cb84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Madeira Island Group Surf Lesson 4h Free cancellation available £74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-madeira-island-group-surf-lesson.a4760395.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![All-inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4771032/50e5d84d-45d3-41df-88d9-3971aace6739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### All-inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour 3h 9.8/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-inclusive-whale-and-dolphin-watching-luxury-tour.a4771032.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![MADEIRA: Jeep Safari to Lava Pools and Seixal Full-Day West](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46906419/73675185-6016-4e8f-b407-76f6396207d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### MADEIRA: Jeep Safari to Lava Pools and Seixal Full-Day West 8h Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-4x4-jeep-safari-in-porto-moniz.a46906419.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 20 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Funchal: Madeira Island Group Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4760395/b4f08a53-a522-4e9f-beca-90261057cb84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Madeira Island Group Surf Lesson 4h Free cancellation available £74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-madeira-island-group-surf-lesson.a4760395.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira Island: Southwest Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4730570/0cacdcfe-87e8-4cef-865e-b451914cd768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira Island: Southwest Tour 8h Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-island-southwest-tour.a4730570.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Salsa and Bachata dance and discovery experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48094365/1fe85c7c-2e25-4e72-acca-cb27a3dd7ae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Salsa and Bachata dance and discovery experience 1h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-salsa-and-bachata-dance-and-discovery-experience.a48094365.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44628034/ab190cca-b498-4fb2-a7f4-b6a8ed70568e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers 8h+ 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-morning-transfer-pico-do-arieiro-pico-ruivo-hike.a44628034.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Cooking Experience & Market Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48260236/ec7e67d6-3175-4aa0-a2a1-e1f2956fb5e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cooking Experience & Market Tour 4h Free cancellation available £90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cooking-experience-market-tour.a48260236.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Levada Walk, Cider Tasting & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48175488/06de8ea5-46a7-4312-8190-a5b7e7817467.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Levada Walk, Cider Tasting & Lunch 5h Free cancellation available £119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/levada-walk-cider-tasting-lunch.a48175488.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Funchal: Sunrise Private Sailing Trip with Breakfast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47816745/2342b461-a864-46aa-b95d-5a197a0df551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Sunrise Private Sailing Trip with Breakfast 2h £453 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-sunrise-private-sailing-trip-with-breakfast.a47816745.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Madeira: Open Water Diver First Certification Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47886919/3d1f902c-c9a3-4a2d-a5bb-1bd0dcaf78b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Open Water Diver First Certification Course 3d Free cancellation available £366 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-open-water-diver-first-certification-course.a47886919.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Open-Water Swimming in Madeira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47607169/e1a3187a-74b0-437c-a975-1d1dacb16197.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Open-Water Swimming in Madeira 1h Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/open-water-swimming-in-madeira.a47607169.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ![Bar hopping Tour & Poncha Workshop - Funchal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50475322/57e7f200-fc86-4411-8009-ac192f3f21fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bar hopping Tour & Poncha Workshop - Funchal 3h Free cancellation available £70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bar-hopping-tour-poncha-workshop-funchal.a50475322.activity-details?&rid=1232&location=Funchal&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Funchal | Number of things to do | 478 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Funchal Crime Mystery Exploration Game and Tour](/things-to-do/funchal-crime-mystery-exploration-game-and-tour.a50729408.activity-details): £6 | | Top 5 things to do | [City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details)[From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details)[From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour](/things-to-do/from-funchal-nuns-valley-monte-and-sleigh-ride-tour.a4560212.activity-details)[Madeira Pirate Ship: 3-Hour Boat Trip](/things-to-do/madeira-pirate-ship-3-hour-boat-trip.a4770035.activity-details)[Nuns Valley Tour](/things-to-do/nuns-valley-tour.a2786824.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details)[Madeira Pirate Ship: 3-Hour Boat Trip](/things-to-do/madeira-pirate-ship-3-hour-boat-trip.a4770035.activity-details)[Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour](/things-to-do/madeira-garajau-nature-reserve-kayak-and-snorkel-tour.a4757519.activity-details)[Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise](/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-cruise.a4761008.activity-details)[Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details) | | With kids | [City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details)[From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details)[From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour](/things-to-do/from-funchal-nuns-valley-monte-and-sleigh-ride-tour.a4560212.activity-details)[Madeira Pirate Ship: 3-Hour Boat Trip](/things-to-do/madeira-pirate-ship-3-hour-boat-trip.a4770035.activity-details)[West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools(Small Groups )](/things-to-do/highly-recommended-100-west-tour-madeira.a1067498.activity-details) | ## What to do in Funchal --- ### Popular places to visit ![CR7 Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5f75524f95c8352bff7838229374c689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### CR7 Museum 4/5(57 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at CR7 Museum during your trip to Sé. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/CR7-Museum-Funchal.d553248621562514801.Attraction) ![Funchal Farmers Market](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ed7c6aef4759cb76916e3085853bfe04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Funchal Farmers Market 4.5/5(201 reviews) During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Farmers-Market-Old-Town-Funchal.d6158322.Attraction) ![Botanical Garden featuring flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86259-Botanical-Garden-Funchal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Madeira Botanical Garden 4.5/5(207 reviews) One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Madeira-Botanical-Garden-Funchal.d6081821.Attraction) ![Town Square featuring street scenes and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86273-Town-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Town Square 4.5/5(401 reviews) Defined by its striking black-and-white tiling, Funchal’s main square is surrounded by some of the city’s most interesting historic attractions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Town-Square-Funchal.d6081819.Attraction) ![Centro Comercial Forum Madeira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/18cffbdc6d19d7944f13dee7fa5f310b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Centro Comercial Forum Madeira 5/5(1 review) You can enjoy retail therapy at Centro Comercial Forum Madeira during your trip to São Martinho. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Centro-Comercial-Forum-Madeira-Madeira-Island.d553248621557918430.Attraction) ![Monte Palace Gardens showing a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86319-Monte-Palace-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monte Palace Gardens 4.5/5(174 reviews) More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monte-Palace-Gardens-Madeira-Island.d6081827.Attraction) ![Funchal Cable Car - Monte Station](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ca1ba989516623b2eabb5878ef8ca2eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Funchal Cable Car - Monte Station 5/5(10 reviews) You can take time to visit Funchal Cable Car - Monte Station during your travels to Monte. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Cable-Car-Monte-Station-Funchal.d553248634804409980.Attraction) ![Funchal Municipal Garden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/456994b3eb84b471206b65998b7d27c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Funchal Municipal Garden 4.5/5(13 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Funchal Municipal Garden, a lovely green space in Sé. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Municipal-Garden-Se.d553248625259842830.Attraction) ![Avenida do Mar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e32d6f2e93976fb579d2bd7a4cf7f782.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Avenida do Mar 4.5/5(77 reviews) During your trip to Sé, you can enjoy retail therapy at Avenida do Mar. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avenida-Do-Mar-Madeira-Island.d6158478.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Funchal ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f156bb9eba7be3e1ea0533335b700f90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Funchal If you're spending some time in Old Town Funchal, Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Old-Town-Funchal.dx553248635976174250) ![Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86251-Museum-Of-Natural-History.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sao Pedro 4.5/5(77 area reviews) Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Natural History and Quinta das Cruzes Museum while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Sao-Pedro.dx553248633981727359) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Imaculado Coracao de Maria Visitors to Imaculado Coracao de Maria like its gardens and seaside views, and Quinta Palmeira is a sight worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Madeira-Island-Imaculado-Coracao-De-Maria.dx553248633981727353) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b32210b629601f1fe63c0128ef8329f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### São Roque São Roque is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Funchal area, you might plan a trip to Madeira Congress Center or Monte Palace Gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Sao-Roque.dx553248633981727991) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Funchal ![Santa Cruz Beach featuring a pebble beach and a coastal town as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86282-Santa-Cruz-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz ![Machico which includes a pebble beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86184-Machico.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Machico ![Ponta da Oliveira showing general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86358-Ponta-Da-Oliveira.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Canico ![Camara de Lobos showing a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86206-Camara-De-Lobos.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Camara de Lobos ![Santana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/151765dce658f676658b167136fe4f27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santana ![Photo by Brian Scrivner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5810de362855c3c9ac33114addb1dabf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Porto da Cruz ![Palheiro Gardens featuring a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86169-Madeira-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sao Goncalo ![Photo by Janine Chrispin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/41f85b95956b8889908d2971d6e0be97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santo Antonio ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Funchal worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Funchal? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Funchal? ### Is three days enough to stay in Funchal? ### Is Funchal a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Funchal with kids? > - [City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details) > - [From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details) > - [From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-funchal-nuns-valley-monte-and-sleigh-ride-tour.a4560212.activity-details) > - [Madeira Pirate Ship: 3-Hour Boat Trip](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-pirate-ship-3-hour-boat-trip.a4770035.activity-details) > - [West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools(Small Groups )](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/highly-recommended-100-west-tour-madeira.a1067498.activity-details) ### What to do in Funchal for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Funchal? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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