Top 4 Funchal city tours: walking and tuk-tuk, plus the bus question

Edited by Roman Antonov

Our selection: the top 4 of 55 Funchal city tours

Viator lists 55 Funchal city tours. We analysed all of them, what each trip includes, its programme and its conditions, and picked the top 4. Here they are. Private tours and other formats are below.

Rating and the number of reviews count as one of the criteria: every trip here had 4.5 stars or more from at least 30 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor together, when we last went through the list.

Prices, times and reviews as of . We last went through the list on . How we choose.

Funchal city tours: which one to choose

For a short visit from a cruise ship, I'd choose Funchal City Tour + Old Town. It includes port pickup. At least two adults need to book. MadTuk makes more photo stops. Its port pickup costs extra and needs 24 hours' notice. Both trips are private and priced per adult.

For Monte, I'd take the tuk-tuk with Funchal hotel pickup. You visit the church and stop at the toboggans. Buy the toboggan tickets separately. The express Monte tour has options for larger parties across several tuk-tuks. Those prices are per booking.

On foot, choose the Old Funchal Walking Tour for a shared guided walk through the city. Meet at the University Rectory on Rua dos Ferreiras. The Mysteries of Funchal offers a private weekday walk in English. Both walks charge per person.

We leave both hop-on hop-off bus candidates out because they fall below our review threshold. The bus answer below explains that decision. For a ride priced per vehicle, compare Tukxi with the other options below the ranked list.

Mount Toboggan ride
Private Tuk Tuk Tour to Old Town + Monte in Funchal

Start with what matters most to you: how long you have, and whether you'd rather walk or ride. Stars won't tell you that.

Compare the 4 trips: price, departure and length

Prices in EUR, as of 21 September 2026

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4 trips, in list order. Prices are the lowest the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
TripHow you get thereVehicle or formatListed group limitFrom priceDurationDepartures (local time)Cancellation
01Private Tuk Tuk Tour to Old Town + Monte in FunchalHotel pickup in the Funchal areaTuk-tukprivate, one to three adults per booking€40 per adult50 minutes to 2 hours08:00, 08:15, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 13 more (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
02Funchal City Tour + Old TownHotel pickup in the Funchal area or the portTuk-tukprivate, two to three adults per booking€32 per adult1 hour09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00 and 12 moreFree cancellation up to 24 hours before
03Madeira Funchal City Historical Tuk Tuk Guided Tour by MadTukPickup within 2 km of the sales point near Cais 8, Funchal; the port costs extraTuk-tukprivate, at least two adults, up to 5 adults and 2 children€31 per adult1 hour09:00, 10:15, 11:30, 12:45, 14:00 and 3 moreFree cancellation up to 24 hours before
04Old Funchal Walking TourMeet at the University Rectory, Rua dos FerreirasOn foot10 travellers€16.40 per adult2 hours10:00, 10:30, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Group limit is the most people the operator takes on one departure. Times are the usual timetable. Check your date when you book.

All 4 trips have the same rule: free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

The trips

What to know before you book each one

  1. 01

    The tuk-tuk up to Monte and the toboggans

    Private Tuk Tuk Tour to Old Town + Monte in Funchal

    Mount Toboggan ride

    4.94/5 from 127 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

    A local guide takes you up the old roads to Monte. You stop at viewpoints along the way. The church visit and toboggan stop each last 15 minutes.

    I'd pick this for Monte with hotel pickup. You can book for one adult. For a tour of the centre, look at Funchal City Tour + Old Town.

    The trade-off. Allow extra money for the toboggan tickets. Booking is limited to adults aged 18 to 65. Ask about anyone outside that age range before paying.

    From price
    €40 per adult
    Duration
    50 minutes to 2 hours
    Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
    private, one to three adults per booking
    Listed guide languages
    German, Portuguese, English, Spanish
    Listed departure times
    08:00, 08:15, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 13 more (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Cancellation
    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
    Pickup
    Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

    Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.

    Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.

    Before you book

    • Toboggan tickets are extra. Check the ride's opening times before choosing your departure.
    • Bookings accept one to three adults aged 18 to 65. Ask before booking for anyone outside that age range.
    • Funchal hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Book at least 2 hours ahead.
    • Departures run from 08:00 to 16:30, Mondays to Saturdays. Check your date when booking.
    • Give this one a miss if you're pregnant, or if you have a back or spine injury or a heart condition.
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    Details as of .

  2. 02

    The centre tour with port pickup

    Funchal City Tour + Old Town

    Funchal City Tour + Old Town

    4.93/5 from 85 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

    The Fortaleza do Pico stop gives you 10 minutes for photos. You pass Quinta das Cruzes and the cathedral. The route also passes the market and old town.

    I'd choose this for a short visit from a cruise ship. Port pickup is included. At least two adults need to book.

    The trade-off. Most landmarks are pass-bys. MadTuk makes more stops if you'd like extra time off the tuk-tuk. Check the age rules before booking for children.

    From price
    €32 per adult
    Duration
    1 hour
    Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
    private, two to three adults per booking
    Listed guide languages
    Portuguese, English, Spanish
    Listed departure times
    09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00 and 12 more
    Cancellation
    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
    Pickup
    Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

    Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.

    Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.

    Before you book

    • Book for two or three adults aged 18 to 65.
    • Ask about child bookings before paying. Under-threes cannot join. The child conditions and booking ages differ.
    • Hotel pickup in Funchal and port pickup are included. Book at least 2 hours ahead.
    • If you're on a cruise, agree the return time before booking.
    • Departures run every half hour from 09:00 to 17:00, daily. Check your date when booking.
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    Details as of .

  3. 03

    The tuk-tuk with the forts and the old-town viewpoint

    Madeira Funchal City Historical Tuk Tuk Guided Tour by MadTuk

    Madeira Funchal City Historical Tuk Tuk Guided Tour by MadTuk

    4.91/5 from 69 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

    You stop at both the Fortaleza do Pico and São Tiago fort. The route also pauses at Quinta das Cruzes. Photo stops at Socorro Church and a viewpoint complete the route.

    This suits you if you'd like several photo stops around the centre. At least two adults need to book. The booking limit is five adults and two children.

    The trade-off. Port pickup costs extra and needs 24 hours' notice. Admission tickets are extra too. Each passenger must weigh no more than 110 kg.

    From price
    €31 per adult
    Duration
    1 hour
    Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
    private, at least two adults, up to 5 adults and 2 children
    Listed guide languages
    Portuguese, English, Spanish
    Listed departure times
    09:00, 10:15, 11:30, 12:45, 14:00 and 3 more
    Cancellation
    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
    Pickup
    Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

    Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.

    Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.

    Before you book

    • Port pickup costs €3 per person extra and needs 24 hours' notice. Pay the fee to the driver.
    • Each passenger must weigh no more than 110 kg.
    • At least two adults must book. The limit is five adults aged 18 to 95 and two children aged 4 to 17.
    • Ask about children under 4 before booking. For under-threes, a baby sling or pouch is required.
    • Free pickup covers 2 km from the sales point near Cais 8. Contact the team about pickup outside that area.
    • Pickup is 5 minutes before departure. Entries and tickets are extra.
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    Details as of .

  4. 04

    The shared walk through old Funchal

    Old Funchal Walking Tour

    Old Funchal Walking Tour

    4.74/5 from 594 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

    A former university student or European volunteer guides you through old Funchal. The route includes the Jesuits' College and the market. You finish with a wine tasting at Loja Gaudeamus.

    I'd take this for history on foot. For a private walk in English, look at The Mysteries of Funchal.

    The trade-off. Make your own way to the University Rectory on Rua dos Ferreiras. Your guide may be multilingual. Transport between attractions is extra.

    From price
    €16.40 per adult
    Duration
    2 hours
    Listed group limit The most people the operator takes on one departure. Your trip may have fewer.?
    up to 10 people
    Listed guide languages
    German, English, French
    Listed departure times
    10:00, 10:30, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Cancellation
    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
    Pickup
    Meet at the start point

    Lowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.

    Times are local. Check your date and the guide language when you book.

    Before you book

    • Meet inside the University Rectory on Rua dos Ferreiras, opposite the courthouse. Transport is extra.
    • Booking ages run from 3 to 85. At least one traveller must book.
    • Contact the team before booking more than 10 people. The booking allowance exceeds the departure limit.
    • Choose the Saturday option for English. The other option offers English, French or German.
    • A multilingual guide may lead the walk. Check your chosen language when booking.
    • Book at least 10 hours ahead. Departures run from Mondays to Saturdays.
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    Details as of .

Private tours and other formats

These options include tours priced per vehicle or per booking. You'll also find a private weekday walk and the Christmas lights ride.

The private tuk-tuk, priced per vehicle

Private Funchal City Tour by Tukxi

One of our electric Tukxis.

4.79/5 from 162 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

A local guide drives your private tuk-tuk around Funchal's landmarks for 90 minutes, priced per vehicle, with a 210 kg combined passenger weight limit. Choose a harbour option for cruise pickup.

From price
€80 per group
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Listed group limit
private
Listed guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Listed departure times
10:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup included

Before you book

  • Choose a harbour pickup option for collection from your cruise ship. Its price includes the port pickup fee.
  • The combined passenger weight must not exceed 210 kg, including on the five-passenger options.
  • Children must be at least 3 and travel with an adult.
  • Pickup is 10 minutes before departure. Book at least 7 hours ahead.
  • The tour runs in all weather. Dress for the conditions.
  • Choose your party size and language in the options table. Prices are per tuk-tuk.
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Details as of .

The private tuk-tuk to the old town and the toboggans

Private Express Tuk Tuk Tour Funchal Old Town & Toboggans

Toboggan ride not included on the Tour.

4.93/5 from 46 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

A private booking covers one, two or three tuk-tuks through the old town and up to Monte, with 10 minutes at the church and 20 at the toboggans. Pickup in Funchal or at the port is included. Toboggan tickets cost extra.

From price
€80 per group
Duration
2 hours
Listed group limit
private
Listed guide languages
English
Listed departure times
08:00, 08:15, 08:30, 08:45, 09:00 and 30 more (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

Before you book

  • Choose Couple for up to two people in one tuk-tuk. Family takes up to four in two vehicles. Group takes up to six in three.
  • Option prices cover the whole booking. Toboggan tickets cost extra.
  • Pickup and drop-off within Funchal or at the port are included. Pickup is 5 minutes before departure.
  • Book at least 10 hours ahead. Departures run every 15 minutes from 08:00 to 16:30, Mondays to Saturdays.
  • Food and drinks cost extra. Pickup outside Funchal needs an arrangement and an extra payment.
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Details as of .

The sidecar ride round Funchal, priced per sidecar

Funchal & Monte: Private Sidecar Tour with Toboggan Stop

Funchal Old Town - Madeira Tour

5.00/5 from 35 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

Up to two passengers share a private sidecar ride around Funchal to the Nazaré and Pinnacle viewpoints. Agree the Monte stop before booking because the route description and the stop list differ.

From price
€110 per group
Duration
1 hour to 2 hours
Listed group limit
private
Listed guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Listed departure times
09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00 and 16 more
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup included

Before you book

  • Check the Monte and toboggan stop before booking. The route description and stop list differ.
  • Up to two passengers share the vehicle. One sits in the sidecar and the other behind the driver.
  • If you use a wheelchair, discuss the seating and transfer arrangements before paying.
  • Book at least 24 hours ahead. Pickup is 5 minutes before departure.
  • Toboggan tickets are optional and cost extra. Food and drinks are also extra unless specified.
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Details as of .

The private walk to Santa Clara Convent

The Mysteries of Funchal Walking Tour

Point of view for Funchal

4.73/5 from 37 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

Spend 45 minutes at Santa Clara Convent on a private weekday walk in English, with Holy Trinity Church, Quinta das Cruzes and the Jesuits' College on the route. Meet inside the University Rectory.

From price
€16.40 per adult
Duration
2 hours
Listed group limit
private
Listed guide languages
English
Listed departure times
10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Meet at the start point

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.
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Details as of .

The Christmas lights by classic car, in season

Funchal Christmas lights sightseeing night tour

Funchal Christmas lights sightseeing night tour

4.87/5 from 79 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor

For the Christmas lights, take a private evening ride through Funchal's centre in a classic car, past the market and the old town. Hotel and port pickup are included. Booking ages are 12 to 99.

From price
€35 per adult
Duration
1 hour 15 minutes
Listed group limit
private
Listed guide languages
Portuguese, English
Listed departure times
18:30, 20:00, 21:30
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pickup
Hotel pickup included

Before you book

  • Choose a date in the Christmas season. Check availability when booking.
  • Booking ages are 12 to 99, with up to six people per booking.
  • Cruise passengers must give the ship's name and docking time. Also provide your disembarkation and re-boarding times.
  • Dress for the weather. Bad weather can still cancel your departure.
  • Book at least 10 hours ahead. Food and drinks cost extra.
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Details as of .

Back to the comparison table

Funchal city tours: questions before booking

Short answers from the listings

Is the Funchal hop-on hop-off bus worth it?

I wouldn't recommend either bus from this selection. Both Yellow Bus and City Sightseeing fall below our review threshold. That gives me a reason to leave them out. It doesn't tell you whether their tickets suit your plans. Check each bus provider's current routes and ticket terms before buying.

Which tuk-tuk tour would you choose?

I'd choose Funchal City Tour + Old Town for a short visit with port pickup. At least two adults need to book. MadTuk suits you if photo stops matter more. For Monte, choose the tour with hotel pickup. Toboggan tickets cost extra.

Is there a walking tour of Funchal?

Yes. Old Funchal Walking Tour is a shared guided walk from Mondays to Saturdays. A former university student or European volunteer leads it. The Mysteries of Funchal walk is private and runs in English on weekdays. Both start inside the University Rectory on Rua dos Ferreiras. Arrange your own transport there.

Which tour takes me to the Monte toboggans?

The Monte tuk-tuk takes you from your Funchal hotel and allows 15 minutes at the toboggans. The express Monte tour includes port pickup and a 20-minute toboggan stop. Both run from Mondays to Saturdays. You pay separately for the ride. Check the toboggan opening times and queues before choosing your departure.

I have three hours in Funchal from a cruise ship. What fits?

I'd start with Funchal City Tour + Old Town. Port pickup is included. Book at least 2 hours ahead. It needs two adults aged 18 to 65. Agree the pickup and return times around your ship's all-aboard time. Allow time to leave the ship and get back through the port.

Can I take children?

Old Funchal Walking Tour accepts ages 3 to 85. Tukxi takes children from age 3 with an adult. MadTuk has child places for ages 4 to 17 and requires two adults. Ask about younger children before booking. Ask about children before booking Funchal City Tour + Old Town or the Monte tour. Their booking ages are 18 to 65.

Do the tours pick me up at my hotel?

The ranked tuk-tuks offer Funchal pickup. MadTuk's free pickup area extends 2 km from its sales point near Cais 8. Port pickup costs extra and needs 24 hours' notice. The express Monte tour includes pickup within Funchal or at the port. The walks start at the University Rectory.

Are the prices per person or per vehicle?

The ranked tuk-tuks charge per adult, even though they are private trips. Both walks charge per person. Tukxi charges per tuk-tuk. The express Monte tour charges per booking, with different vehicle counts for each option. The sidecar price covers up to two passengers. Compare the option tables for your whole party.

What if it rains?

Tukxi runs in all weather, so dress for it. Bad weather can cancel the ranked tuk-tuks and the shared Old Funchal walk. The express Monte tour and sidecar also allow weather cancellations. So does the Christmas lights tour. For your own cancellation, give at least 24 hours' notice for a full refund.

Can I choose an English-speaking guide?

Every tour here offers English. Pick the language when you book. The express Monte tour and Mysteries walk offer English only. The shared walk's Saturday option is in English. Its other option also offers French and German. The shared walk may use a multilingual guide.

How this selection was made

How we compared

We started from the 55 Funchal city tours that guides and other providers sell on Viator. We read every one of them.

First the bar: 4.5 stars or more from at least 30 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor counted together. 43 of the 55 fell short of that and stayed out. We also look at the Viator reviews on their own. A trip rated below 4.5 by five or more Viator travellers stays out, whatever the combined score says.

Then the fit. Does the trip do what this page promises? Do its details agree with each other? When the same trip is sold under two names, we show it once. One more trip passed the review bar but stayed out for those reasons.

The order comes from this score. It uses the exact rating. Ties go to the trip with more reviews.

(rating × reviews + 4.6 × 50) ÷ (reviews + 50)

The score is about reviews, nothing else. It does not say how good your day will be. We have no review texts and we have not taken every trip. The line under each name says when we would pick it. Commission never changes the order.

Who made this list

Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Trip details come from the operators' own listings on Viator, read line by line and compared.

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