Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Sao Goncalo March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Sao Goncalo Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Goncalo.dx3000020997)[Hotels in Sao Goncalo](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Goncalo-Hotels.d3000020997.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Sao Goncalo Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sao-Goncalo.d3000020997.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sao Goncalo Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Goncalo.d3000020997.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Sao Goncalo ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sao Goncalo Types of activities [Sao Goncalo travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Goncalo.dx3000020997) ![Palheiro Gardens featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081843/d8136d37-720f-48c8-9c6b-9fcf7af32d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Palheiro Gardens featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081843/d8136d37-720f-48c8-9c6b-9fcf7af32d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Palheiro Gardens showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081843/a2201e0a-bdd9-4694-bbd1-f28b39cf3f91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Palheiro Gardens showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081843/87d88ba1-9b4f-4ed3-a41d-8c1fd2fefb01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Palheiro Gardens showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081843/ff1102ca-3317-4106-a1d2-126f28ffc3b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Sao Goncalo Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Sao Goncalo has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Sao Goncalo, 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 Sao Goncalo 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 Sao Goncalo Sao Goncalo is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Sao Goncalo, and make it a breeze to explore Sao Goncalo 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 Sao Goncalo 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 Sao Goncalo, 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 Sao Goncalo. #### Sao Goncalo attractions Sao Goncalo 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 Sao Goncalo 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 Sao Goncalo. Looking for things to do in Sao Goncalo can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Sao Goncalo ### Tours & day trips [See all 614 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 26 verified 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixe...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45901873/f2ccff47-eba7-47d6-8cff-14b22d91b507.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixe... 7h 30m 9.8/10 92 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £30 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: Half-Day Pico Areeiro Jeep Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4766169/4ef7c5c5-e77a-48fb-9a13-228ad500ea19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Half-Day Pico Areeiro Jeep Tour 4h 9.2/10 66 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-half-day-pico-arieiro-jeep-tour.a4766169.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![All Madeira In 2 Days Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2787198/bfedb8f8-12a2-415a-9ab1-6d6a12197c24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### All Madeira In 2 Days Tour 2d 9.8/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-madeira-in-2-days-tour.a2787198.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 1,277 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal: 4x4 Jeep Trip to the East and Northeast of Madeira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48074252/d8b3dd01-59fd-437f-b910-149905118eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: 4x4 Jeep Trip to the East and Northeast of Madeira 8h 10/10 27 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-jeep-tour-to-the-east-northeast-of-madeira.a48074252.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 10/10 26 GetYourGuide reviews 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1067498/42f0cead-f1fa-4659-87f0-513667299c1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups 7h 10/10 88 Viator 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 9.8/10 2,261 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £57 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Full Day Tour of Madeira West](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2787012/24b41406-f412-44a0-b76a-cd843c26100c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Tour of Madeira West 8h 9.4/10 112 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-madeira-west.a2787012.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 201 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Funchal: Toboggan and Old Town Experience with Tukway](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652241/247e365d-58ec-4c34-a6d7-8f0756c384c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Toboggan and Old Town Experience with Tukway 2h 10/10 50 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £69 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Câmara de Lobos: Private Guided Kayaking Tour in Madeira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48352451/0cf4477b-d90b-4b4a-9f42-5334f4eedf8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Câmara de Lobos: Private Guided Kayaking Tour in Madeira 1h 30m 9.6/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/camara-de-lobos-private-guided-kayaking-tour-in-madeira.a48352451.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £69 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal: Snorkelling Adventure in Eco-Park / Shore or by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48335600/1cc1e983-f69c-42c7-8322-aca7f3883ca1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Snorkelling Adventure in Eco-Park / Shore or by Boat 9.8/10 18 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-equipment-rental-for-snorkelling-adventure.a48335600.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira West Island Full-Day Tour with Fanal Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5207867/9adabf89-bb4b-4927-94f3-9b397e0dd2db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira West Island Full-Day Tour with Fanal Forest 7h+ 8.6/10 62 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-west-island-full-day-tour-with-levada-walk.a5207867.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal: City Highlights Tuk-Tuk Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44635611/5e5e2538-a9e3-4dee-a685-5ee832518380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: City Highlights Tuk-Tuk Tour 2h 10/10 37 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £69 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-explore-the-city-sights-on-a-tuk-tuk-2-hours-tour.a44635611.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44516513/6c3e5520-c027-4b88-8e90-2f06c2e250a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer 8h 30m 9.8/10 874 GetYourGuide 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: Private Monte tour on a Tukxi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4562554/7a4a430c-5a49-4250-84e4-baaa3f2e5bb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Private Monte tour on a Tukxi 1h 30m+ 9.6/10 16 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £43 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira Southwest Express: Half-day Private Jeep tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48016004/5ca74f2d-32a8-45c4-b70a-63492c694181.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira Southwest Express: Half-day Private Jeep tour 4h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-southwest-in-4h-r-brava-p-do-sol-paul-do-mar.a48016004.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal: Monte Palace Tropical Gardens Tuk Tuk Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44734819/84f3bb90-972a-492f-9cdb-9ffcfc082340.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Monte Palace Tropical Gardens Tuk Tuk Tour 3h 9.4/10 51 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £87 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-monte-palace-tropical-gardens-tour.a44734819.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 113 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 1,277 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2454396/3554281b-3baf-4e4a-970a-4cb6593663af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching 3h 9.8/10 338 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vipdolphins-luxury-whale-watching.a2454396.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4519359/02acf1a4-7f02-432b-8931-6eee516c45d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise 3h 8.6/10 535 GetYourGuide 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4514981/8ed94ac7-4faa-4aa0-9cf5-deb148837d63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour 2h 30m 9.4/10 142 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-whale-and-dolphin-watching-speed-boat-tour.a4514981.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 9.8/10 550 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £68 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 9.4/10 26 GetYourGuide reviews 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4757519/0774e2e2-1fa3-48ba-bab9-1819a1694291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour 3h 8.4/10 254 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-garajau-nature-reserve-kayak-and-snorkel-tour.a4757519.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 9.2/10 454 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 9.8/10 77 GetYourGuide reviews 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46906419/73675185-6016-4e8f-b407-76f6396207d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest 8h 10/10 6 Viator reviews 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 26 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 9.8/10 77 GetYourGuide reviews 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Surf lesson in Madeira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48184228/d2edfe90-90b4-4292-b2b7-23850468bd50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf lesson in Madeira 4h 10/10 12 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surf-lesson-in-madeira.a48184228.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Bar hopping & Poncha Workshop in Funchal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50475322/57e7f200-fc86-4411-8009-ac192f3f21fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bar hopping & Poncha Workshop in Funchal 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bar-hopping-tour-poncha-workshop-funchal.a50475322.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![From Market to Plate: visit the market & culinary experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48260236/ec7e67d6-3175-4aa0-a2a1-e1f2956fb5e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Market to Plate: visit the market & culinary experience 4h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cooking-experience-market-tour.a48260236.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![From Market to Plate: visit Funchal market & culinary experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2784977/dc219d89-14eb-404a-8480-a07ff7c7c9df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Market to Plate: visit Funchal market & culinary experience 3h 30m 9.4/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cooking-experience-market-tour.a2784977.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Funchal Agriculture Green Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4816571/2ab29a4b-e9cd-4b06-9954-fb49c12793ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal Agriculture Green Tour 6h 9.6/10 20 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-agriculture-green-tour.a4816571.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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+ 9.8/10 300 GetYourGuide 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![On the Rhythm of a Levada: Madeira cider tasting & lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48175488/91fbd11a-d9d3-4b79-bcd9-cbaa84d9ccd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### On the Rhythm of a Levada: Madeira 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&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 Free cancellation available £450 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=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: PADI 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: PADI Open Water Diver First Certification Course 3d Free cancellation available £364 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-open-water-diver-first-certification-course.a47886919.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Holiday & seasonal tours [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&filter.categories=HolidaySeasonalTours) ![Funchal: Monte Toboggan and Old Town Tour by Tuk-Tuk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44519075/8692ee8d-12e1-4061-af6f-526b824a4e64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Funchal: Monte Toboggan and Old Town Tour by Tuk-Tuk 1h 50m 9.4/10 53 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-monte-and-old-town-tour-by-tuk-tuk.a44519075.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: Full-Day Laurel Forest Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44511163/5b6502a6-752a-4a9b-b3d9-306cd335904e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Full-Day Laurel Forest Guided Walking Tour 9h 9/10 21 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-full-day-laurel-forest-guided-walking-tour.a44511163.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Full Day Private Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49801767/194460c3-5597-4df8-8456-7dd372ad1d44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Sailing Cruise 8h Free cancellation available £1,040 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-sailing-cruise.a49801767.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Private Swing Special place w/ Wine and Fruits 4x4 jipe tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4977797/65b5eadf-e7d4-42de-ae12-2004d433519b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Swing Special place w/ Wine and Fruits 4x4 jipe tour 4h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £269 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-swing-special-place-w-wine-and-fruits-4x4-jipe-tour.a4977797.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira Grand Experience Private Tuk Tuk Tour by MadTuk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49462963/7214e298-499a-4713-bd62-6ea531828e2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira Grand Experience Private Tuk Tuk Tour by MadTuk 6h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-grand-experience-private-tuk-tuk-tour-by-madtuk.a49462963.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: Private Sightseeing Tour for 1-2 Persons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51899078/33d7bb05-ac3a-41f8-a1f7-98cc201d4ca7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Private Sightseeing Tour for 1-2 Persons 8h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £173 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-private-sightseeing-tour-for-1-2-persons.a51899078.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52131492/4801ce0d-5beb-456e-8ac1-b4cb64b89372.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira Island 9h Free cancellation available £173 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-island.a52131492.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: Vespa Primavera 125cc 24-Hour Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49106097/ff9ec159-7a0e-4f91-bccb-eb52f8d1addd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Vespa Primavera 125cc 24-Hour Rental 1d Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-island-24h-vespa-primavera-125cc-rental.a49106097.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira: Private Sightseeing Tour for Up to 4 People](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52077985/0e9df2be-eeaf-4902-b96a-bd4c0c7e47ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira: Private Sightseeing Tour for Up to 4 People 8h 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/madeira-private-sightseeing-tour-for-up-to-4-people.a52077985.activity-details?&rid=3000020997&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Madeira Tuk-Tuk Ride to Monte Toboggan or Tropical Garden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51012467/ab18ca1c-e87d-4dff-aaa4-188cef7a4066.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madeira Tuk-Tuk Ride to Monte Toboggan or Tropical Garden 45m Free cancellation available £27 includes taxes & fees 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000020997) ## Recommended things to do in Sao Goncalo | Number of things to do | 710 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Madeira: A Self-Guided Island Journey](/things-to-do/madeira-a-self-guided-island-journey.a50716308.activity-details): £4 | | 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)[Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off with Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 48h](/things-to-do/funchal-hop-on-hop-off-with-camara-de-lobos-cabo-girao-48h.a463554.activity-details)[Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details)[From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details)[Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer](/things-to-do/caldeirao-verde-levada-return-transfer-hike.a48313931.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details)[From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.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: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour](/things-to-do/funchal-whale-and-dolphin-watching-speed-boat-tour.a4514981.activity-details)[Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise](/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-cruise.a4761008.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)[Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off with Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 48h](/things-to-do/funchal-hop-on-hop-off-with-camara-de-lobos-cabo-girao-48h.a463554.activity-details)[Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details)[From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details)[Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4x4 Tour](/things-to-do/madeira-skywalk-porto-moniz-seixal-and-fanal-jeep-tour.a4758317.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sao Goncalo --- ### Popular places to visit ![Mercado dos lavradores ...i never knew there are so many kinds of maracuja until i visited this place](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/2bda1d1d-83b6-4b56-bbb4-243f80757954.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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081821/af5913d2-ec38-424e-a731-9ffdb167e793.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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081819/533fa3e5-1bbc-42f1-bc7d-11c1872da954.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) ![Monte Palace Gardens showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081827/d9990fbf-e5be-44e7-98b8-b0042abe46f9.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) ![The Forum Shopping Mall in Funchal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/3b6202b2-ecc0-4a4c-a9ba-75edc127ce0a.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) ![Palheiro Gardens showing outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081843/bf3f16f6-c16b-4f38-a82c-9e9810c5b0d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palheiro Gardens 4.5/5(43 reviews) Go for a stroll in these charming gardens, known for their rare and unique design, to see indigenous plants mingled with exotic species. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palheiro-Gardens-Funchal.d6081843.Attraction) ![Christmas Lights in Funchal, Madeira. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/d418c5bb-3a35-462f-a5d0-dbedc9a2aa6c.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) ![Public garden on the island of flowers #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/ce5d3ae5-bb1f-4477-b9ac-55ecf484e573.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) #### Funchal Marina 4.5/5(304 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Sé with a trip to Funchal Marina. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Funchal-Marina-Portugal.d6081807.Attraction) --- 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 Sao Goncalo ![Santa Cruz Beach featuring a pebble beach and a coastal town as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081815/3c148663-79a7-4a8e-8a9d-54b7f71f7619.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz ![Madeira](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/6e2c669e-bc3d-4836-8141-229eb28e0940.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Funchal ![Ponta da Oliveira showing general coastal views, landscape views and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156407/b5bc4c82-6570-4ba2-b7d9-301b822ff9f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Canico ![The cable car at Santa Cruz, near the Christ the King statue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602792/c6564f1c-67d7-4a0a-ab5e-0299bccdecb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Garajau ![Fantastic garden for nature lovers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/3cefcbcc-e061-4ba9-9fe0-849e9fd4d5cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Maria Maior ![Monte Palace Gardens showing a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081827/9fb10cda-0446-4920-9c9b-036d20862da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Monte ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sao Goncalo worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sao Goncalo? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sao Goncalo? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sao Goncalo? ### Is Sao Goncalo a walkable neighbourhood? ### What are some activities to do in Sao Goncalo 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) > - [Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off with Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 48h](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-hop-on-hop-off-with-camara-de-lobos-cabo-girao-48h.a463554.activity-details) > - [Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.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) > - [Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4x4 Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madeira-skywalk-porto-moniz-seixal-and-fanal-jeep-tour.a4758317.activity-details) ### What to do in Sao Goncalo for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sao Goncalo? ![](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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