The Mysteries of Funchal Walking Tour
By Madeiran Heritage · listed in Funchal city tours: walking and tuk-tuk, plus the bus question
If Santa Clara Convent interests you, I'd choose this walk. You spend 45 minutes there. The guide leads your private group in English.
The route starts with Holy Trinity Church and Quinta das Cruzes. It then visits the convent before finishing at the Jesuits' College.
Meet inside the University Rectory on Rua dos Ferreiras. This is a weekday walk. Food and transport cost extra.
- Trip type
- Private tour with stops
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Listed group limit
- private
- Price
- from €16.40 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.73/5 from 37 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 3 reviews
- Languages
- English
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Booking ages run from 18 to 80. Ask about children before booking because the child conditions differ from those ages.
- Your group has a private guide in English. The booking limit is 15 people.
- Meet inside the University Rectory on Rua dos Ferreiras, next to D'Oliveiras Madeira Wine.
- Arrange your own transport. Food and drinks are extra.
- Book at least 10 hours ahead. Weekday departures are at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00.
Options
Pick the option on the booking page. Prices are the lowest for each option.
| Option | From | Languages |
|---|---|---|
| The Mysteries of Funchal | €16.40 per adult | English |
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Programme
- Meet at the University Rectory, Rua dos Ferreiras
- Holy Trinity Church, 10 minutes
- Quinta das Cruzes viewpoint, 10 minutes
- Santa Clara Convent, 45 minutes
- Jesuits' College, 20 minutes, about 2 hours in all
What the operator writes about each stop
- Holy Trinity Church
The church has stood for 185 years and is a vibrant part of life for dozens of English-speaking residents on the island and for many thousands of people from all countries of the world. An amazing venue in a beautiful setting for weddings concerts & music events for visitors and locals alike.
- Manor Estate of the Crosses Museum (Quinta das Cruzes)
At Quinta das Cruzes Garden, visitors can admire archaeological sculptures, including a tombstone that, according to tradition, covers the mortal remains of “Henry the German”. In the centre of the garden there are two magnificent 16th-century Manueline windows sculpted in basalt.
- Santa Clara Convent
The Santa Clara Convent was built in the late 16th century, by order of the second captain-major of Madeira Island, João Gonçalves da Câmara, in the vicinity of his father's residence, to gather the daughters of the local nobility.
- Colegio dos Jesuitas do Funchal
The old Jesuits' College of Funchal, now the University of Madeira's rectory, has witnessed more than four centuries of History. Now it is the focal point for exhibitions, tours and several services available to our visitors.
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Private tour
- Tour escort/host
Paid separately
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting point, pickup and return
Meet at the University Rectory, Rua dos Ferreiras.
Inside of Madeira University Rectory, Rua dos Ferreiras next to D' Oliveiras Madeira Wine. Show in Google Maps
You come back to the same place.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00. Check your date when you book.
Instant confirmation. Book at least 10 hours ahead. Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
Cancellation, weather and limits
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund when cancelled 1 day or more before
- 0% refund when cancelled less than 1 day before
The operator's conditions, as written
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Adult rate: ages 18 to 64
- Senior rate: ages 65 to 80
Ratings by source
4.73/5 from 37 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 3 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 5.0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 4.7 | 34 | 28 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Madeiran Heritage's own words, from the Viator listing.
Visit the English neighborhood, the manor houses of the Maderians and the beautiful landscapes. Go visit the Saint Claire's Monastery and the Church of St. Peter. See the magnificent Quinta das Cruzes viewpoint.
Alternatives in the same collection
- Private Tuk Tuk Tour to Old Town + Monte in Funchal€23.60 dearer · from €40 per adult
- Funchal City Tour + Old Town€15.60 dearer · 1 hour shorter · from €32 per adult
- Madeira Funchal City Historical Tuk Tuk Guided Tour by MadTuk€14.60 dearer · 1 hour shorter · from €31 per adult
Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Trip details come from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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