What to do in Madeira Region

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal town with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent church, and a cliff overlooking the sea.
A coastal town with buildings on a hillside, a beach, and rocky outcrops.
A sunset over the ocean with waves crashing onto the shore.
A beach with people sunbathing, thatched umbrellas, and a rocky cliff in the background.
A coastal town at sunset with houses, a clear sky, and the sea.

Activities

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

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

AU$42
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

AU$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

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

AU$111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour

Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour

AU$113
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo Sunrise Hike

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer

AU$79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

AU$71
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

Stairway to Heaven, Pico do Areeiro, PR 1&3 - Sunrise Option

AU$31
per adult
Stairway to Heaven, Pico do Areeiro, PR 1&3 - Sunrise Option
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

AU$56
per adult
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour
From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

AU$56
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour
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A natural hot spring with people swimming and relaxing.

Porto Moniz Natural Pools

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Go for a swim in these unique salt water pools, which are dramatically set amid rugged coastal cliffs and protective volcanic rock.
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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 lined with historic buildings, a flag, and a street lamp.

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.

A narrow alley with two men carrying a large wicker basket.

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.

A coastal marina with boats docked, a road leading to the marina, and buildings on a hillside.

Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a red door and blue shutters, surrounded by a garden with pink and purple flowers.
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Santana

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Maze or Madeira Theme Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

 

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Day trip destinations from Madeira Region

A densely packed urban area with a mix of colorful buildings, including a prominent white church with a bell tower.

Funchal

A pebbled beach with people sunbathing, a mountain in the background, and a building with a red roof.

Machico

A coastal landscape with green fields, a river, and a turquoise bay.

Ponta Delgada

A person hiking on a rocky path with a steep cliff and ocean in the background.

Prazeres

A coastal town with houses, a large building, and a cliff overlooking the ocean.

Arco da Calheta

A fountain in a square with buildings in the background.

São Martinho