Hop on/hop off bus tour of Funchal

General information

Destination
Madeira, Portugal

Program details

Explore the beautiful city of Funchal in the most convenient way possible, on the hop on/hop off double decker bus. This open top bus tour provides you with an elevated vantage point and stunning panoramic views of “The Garden City”. Cruise through Funchal’s enchanting streets and choose exactly when you want to disembark to have a close up look at its many attractions. Then simply hop back on the bus when you are ready to move on to the next stop. Discover vibrant Avenido do Mar, Estrada Monumental with its many shops and restaurants, Rotunda do Infante and many more fascinating sights.


Combining stunning beaches and rolling hills overlooking the Atlantic, Funchal is a jewel in the crown of Madeira and has long captivated visitors to its shores. Discover its many highlights on this bus tour which completely removes the stress from city sightseeing. Admire the vibrant city as you glide through its streets, deciding when and where you want to get off and explore.


Take a stroll along the palm-lined Avenida do Mar and gaze out over the Atlantic on one side and the pretty shops on the other. Wander up Estrada do Monumental and grab a bite to eat in one of the many delicious restaurants serving the freshest local specialities. Hop off at Rotunda do Infante and discover one of the most historic spots on the island, the statue of Infante D. Henrique, widely regarded as the patron of Portuguese navigation. Make a stop at Pico dos Barcelos viewpoint to take advantage of a dramatic 360 degree view of the city and look out across at the deserted Islands in the background.





Meeting/pick-up point: Estrada Monumental - Lido, by the cable car in Funchal, and along the sea front (Avenida do Mar) in Funchal.

Duration:The tour takes approximately one and-a-half hours, departing every 30 minutes, being the first departure at 9.30am and the last one at 5pm.

Languages: Audio guides are available in Portuguese, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch and Japanese.

Others: Hop On and Hop Off at any stop along the route, while your ticket is still valid - the ticket is valid for 24 hours. Present your voucher at one of the selling points or directly to the bus driver at any stop along the tour to be exchanged for a ticket.