São Roque Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a harbor, surrounded by hills and mountains.
A cable car over a coastal city with a bridge and winding roads.
A coastal swimming area with multiple pools surrounded by rocky formations and the ocean.
A cruise ship in a harbor with a mountainous coastline and pink flowers in the foreground.
A coastal town with red-roofed houses, a prominent stone castle, and a view of the sea and hills in the background.

Activities

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

AU$43
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

AU$56
per adult
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

AU$73
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

AU$58
per adult
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim

Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim

AU$89
per adult
Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim
Picture 3 for Activity Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal Jeep Tour

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

AU$114
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
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Our pick of the best São Roque Hotel Deals

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

5 out of 5
Avenida do Infante, 25 Funchal
The price is AU$747 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$747
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (732 reviews)
"Beautiful property with an excellent layout. Staff and service were impeccable. We enjoyed several restaurants including Pau de Lume and Nikkei on premises. We also enjoyed massages and use of the immense Laurea Spa. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Saccharum Resort

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1 Calheta
The price is AU$533 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$533
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Spent 5 nights here in early July for our mini-honeymoon and it was incredible. You truly get what you pay for with Saccharum. Incredible rooms, very comfortable beds, brilliant breakfast spread and breathtaking views everywhere you look. 2 pools and a private (ish) beach as well. Town and the marina ..."

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Saccharum Resort
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

5 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 139 Funchal
The price is AU$1,323 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$1,323
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (633 reviews)
"Such a beautiful experience at Reid’s. The staff was a delight and super helpful. Everything was taken care of. We needed a bandaid and the front desk had it in his jacket pocket! They think of everything! We booked several experiences with them and they all were done amazingly well. There were some ..."

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Hyatt Ziva Madeira

Hyatt Ziva Madeira

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade Machico Madeira
The price is AU$516 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$516
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco Point ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (246 reviews)
"great hotel and all the staff were amazing Bit hilly but buggies very useful room and swim up pool lovely preference club lounge great and lots of choices of drinks and snacks tried to majority of specialist restaurants and enjoyed them all main bar a problem with long wait times to get served but ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Hyatt Ziva Madeira
NEXT - Savoy Signature

NEXT - Savoy Signature

4 out of 5
Rua Carvalho Araújo 8 Funchal Madeira
The price is AU$341 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$341
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (496 reviews)
"I had a fantastic stay at NEXT – Savoy Signature. From check-in to check-out, everything was smooth and enjoyable. The room was modern, comfortable and spotless, with a lovely view that made the stay even more enjoyable. The food was excellent throughout my visit, with plenty of choice and consistently ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

NEXT - Savoy Signature
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

5 out of 5
Largo Antonio Nobre Funchal
The price is AU$426 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$426
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean hotel. Great food!"

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in São Roque

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A historic church with a prominent bell tower and a white facade.

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.

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a clock, and people walking.

Sao Pedro

Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Quinta das Cruzes Museum and Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu while you're in town.

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.

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