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Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with 24- or 48-Hour Tickets and Madeira Wine Tasting
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Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with 24- or 48-Hour Tickets and Madeira Wine Tasting

by City Sightseeing Ltd - Europe

1h 15m - 1h 40m
Funchal
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1h 15m - 1h 40m
Starting time
Saturday 7 November 2026
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Overview

This hop-on hop-off bus tour in Funchal runs on two routes, the Red and Blue lines, offering between 75 and 100 minutes per full circuit. Tickets are valid for either 24 or 48 hours, allowing passengers to get on and off the bus at any of the 33 stops across the city. The tour includes a multi-lingual audio guide with headphones, sharing facts about Funchal as the bus travels. Passengers can see sights such as the Teleferico cable car, San Martinho Church, and the Lido bathing complexes. The Red Route bus departs from Stop 1 starting at 9:30 am until 5:05 pm, running every 25 minutes and taking about 100 minutes to complete a loop. The Blue Route starts at 9:45 am until 5:15 pm from the same stop, running every 90 minutes with a 75-minute circuit. Tickets include a Madeira wine tasting and access to stops near major attractions. A free shuttle bus from Funchal Port to Avenida do Mar is available with a 48-hour ticket. Additional benefits vary by ticket type. The 24-hour ticket includes access to the Frente Mar Funchal bathing complexes and a Historic Centre walking tour departing at 11 am Monday through Saturday. The 48-hour ticket adds access to both bus routes, a Gardens walking tour at 1 pm Monday through Saturday, and a night tour at varying evening times depending on the season. Some tickets include entry to the CR7 Museum and discounts at local shops, cable cars, and attractions like the Se Cathedral tower climb and Nau Santa Maria de Colombo replica ship.

Highlights

Hop-on hop-off bus with 33 stops across Funchal
Audio guide in 14 languages with headphones included
Madeira wine tasting included with all tickets
Access to Red and Blue Route buses with 48-hour ticket
Historic Centre and Gardens walking tours included
Night Tour included in 48-hour ticket during certain months

What's included

Madeira wine tasting is included with every ticket.
Stops are located near the main attractions.
Night Tour is available only with the 48-hour tickets.
Free shuttle bus runs from the Port of Funchal to Avenida do Mar only with 48-hour tickets.
Locker rental in the city is 15% off when scanning the QR code on the promo page.
Audio guide is provided in 14 languages along with headphones.
Frente Mar Funchal bathing complexes access is included only with the 24-hour ticket.
A complimentary wine tasting is offered at Blandy's Wine Lodge; the visit itself is not included.
Se Cathedral tower climb is 50% off when holding the CR7 Museum ticket.
Bordal offers a 50% discount with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket, valid only for 24-hour tickets.
Historic Centre Walking Tour is included with all tickets.
Nau Santa Maria de Colombo offers a 10% discount with the CR7 Museum ticket.
Entry to the CR7 Museum is included only with the 48-hour plus CR7 Museum ticket.
Access to both the Red and Blue Routes is included only with 48-hour tickets.
Hop-on hop-off bus tour is available for either 24 or 48 hours depending on the option chosen.
Fado & Fado Madeira performances have a 25% discount when showing the CR7 Museum ticket.
Gardens Walking Tour is included only with 48-hour tickets.
Botanical Garden Cable Car offers 10% off one-way or round trips only with the CR7 Museum ticket.
There is a 10% discount on purchases over €25 at Patio - Brunch & Bistro.
A 10% discount applies to purchases over €50 at Temptations Gift Shop.

What's not included

Gratuities are not included
Food and drinks unless specifically stated
Hotel pickup and drop-off services
Entrance fees to attractions

Places you can include

1

Avenida Do Mar - Marina

This stop is located at Avenida Do Mar, near the marina area, providing access to the waterfront and nearby attractions.

2

Praca Do Povo

Situated at Praca Do Povo, this stop serves the central square area, offering connections to local shops and public spaces.

3

Teleferico

This stop is at the cable car station. Passengers can transfer here if selected.

4

Campo Da Barca

Located at Campo Da Barca, this stop offers access to the neighborhood and nearby facilities, serving as a point for local transit connections.

5

Praca Da Autonomia

This stop is at Praca Da Autonomia, a square that provides access to administrative buildings and surrounding streets.

6

Camara Municipal

This stop is near the Camara Municipal area. Passengers may visit nearby locations if selected.

7

Casino Da Madeira

This stop is at the Madeira Casino, where visitors can access the gaming and entertainment complex. Entry to the casino requires compliance with age restrictions.

8

Quinta Magnolia

Located at Quinta Magnolia, this stop serves the residential area and nearby gardens, providing access to local points of interest.

9

Igreja S. Martinho

This stop is near Igreja S. Martinho. Passengers may get off here if selected.

10

Pico Dos Barcelos

Situated at Pico Dos Barcelos viewpoint, this stop offers access to panoramic views of Funchal and the surrounding landscape.

11

Centro - Camara de Lobos 1

This stop is in the center of Camara de Lobos village, providing access to the local market and waterfront area.

12

Centro - Camara de Lobos 2

Located at a second central point in Camara de Lobos, this stop serves additional shops and restaurants within the village.

13

Hotel Orca Praia

Stop at Hotel Orca Praia, located near the sea, offering access to nearby beaches and local amenities.

14

Praia Formosa Beach

Stop at Praia Formosa, the largest public beach area in Funchal, known for its black sand and pebble shores.

15

Rotunda Assicom

Drive-by Rotunda Assicom.

16

Forum Madeira Shopping

Drive-by Forum Madeira Shopping.

17

Hotel Pestana Promenade

Stop at Hotel Pestana Promenade, situated along the waterfront with easy access to the promenade.

18

Hotel Porto Mare

Stop at Hotel Porto Mare, a large hotel complex with gardens and pools, close to the seafront.

19

Lido Area

Stop at the Lido area, known for its public swimming pools and sunbathing terraces.

20

Largo Da Paz Square

Stop at Largo Da Paz, a public square featuring local shops and cafes.

21

Hotel Pestana Carlton Madeira

Stop at Hotel Pestana Carlton Madeira, a beachfront hotel with conference facilities and dining options.

22

Drive-by Stop 22

Drive-by stop with no passenger boarding or alighting.

23

Drive-by Stop 23

Drive-by stop with no passenger boarding or alighting.

24

Drive-by Stop 24

Drive-by stop with no passenger boarding or alighting.

25

Drive-by Stop

+ 18 more places this tour can include

Languages

Norwegian (audio)German (audio)Finnish (audio)Russian (audio)Swedish (audio)Portuguese (audio)Chinese (audio)English (audio)Italian (audio)French (audio)Spanish (audio)Polish (audio)Danish (audio)Dutch (audio)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

Up to 9 travelers
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Red Route starts at Stop 1 at 9:30 am and runs until 5:05 pm with buses every 25 minutes; full loop takes 100 minutes
Blue Route starts at Stop 1 at 9:45 am and runs until 5:15 pm with buses every 90 minutes; full loop takes 75 minutes
Presenting the City Sightseeing ticket grants various discounts and inclusions
Blandy's Wine Lodge offers a free wine tasting; visit is not included
10% discount applies on purchases over €25 at Patio - Brunch & Bistro
10% discount applies on purchases over €50 at Temptations Gift Shop
15% off city lockers available by scanning QR code on promo page
Frente Mar Funchal bathing complexes access included only with 24-hour tickets; entrance fees not included
Historic Centre walking tour departs at 11 am Monday to Saturday from Stop 1 on the Red Route; lasts one hour
Gardens Walking Tour departs at 1 pm Monday through Saturday from Stop 1 on the Red Route; available only with the 48-hour ticket; duration is one hour.
Night Tour available with 48-hour tickets at 8 pm November to March, 8:30 pm April and May, 9:30 pm June to August; departs from Stop 1; duration one hour
CR7 Museum entry included only with 48-hour plus CR7 Museum ticket; open 10 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday, closed weekends
Mobile and printed vouchers accepted and can be redeemed at any stop on the route
Tickets valid any day within 12 months from the selected travel date
Teleferico Jardim Botanico offers 10% off one way or round trips in the Botanical Garden Cable Car with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket; tickets can be purchased at Stop 1 on the Blue Line; hop off at Stop 5 on the Blue Line for the cable car; included in the 48-Hour plus CR7 Museum ticket.
Fado & Fado Madeira provides a 25% discount when presenting the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket for the Fado concert plus a glass of Madeira wine; booking is required by phone at the number on your voucher; included only with the 48-Hour plus CR7 Museum ticket.
Se Cathedral Torre climb of 160 stairs has a 50% discount; open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12:45 pm and then 2 pm to 4 pm; Saturday at 11:30 am; closed Sundays; included in the 48-Hour plus CR7 Museum ticket.
Nau Santa Maria de Colombo offers a 10% discount on the replica of Cristovao Colombo’s ship with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket; included in the 48-Hour plus CR7 Museum ticket.

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