City Sightseeing Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Funchal, Portugal
75 to 100 minutes (approx.)
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Overview
Discover the beautiful Funchal, an old town but today a city that boasts a modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere, on a City Sightseeing bus tour! With 24 and 48-hour tickets available, and 33 stops for you to hop-on and hop-off at, you'll have plenty to see and do. You'll enjoy panoramic views of the city as you travel, as well as our fabulous multi-lingual audio commentary providing plenty of interesting facts and stories about Funchal. Just some of the sights you can enjoy are the Teleferico, San Martinho Church and the Lido!
What's Included
- Madeira wine tasting (included in all tickets)
- Stops near the major sights
- Night Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- Free shuttle bus from the Port of Funchal to Avenida do Mar (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- 15% off Locker in the city. Scan the QR code on the promo page
- Frente Mar Funchal - enjoy a great time at our bathing complexes (24-hour ticket only)
- A free wine tasting at Blandy's Wine Lodge. Visit not included
- Se Cathedral - Torre - 50% off on the climb to the tower (included in the CR7 Museum ticket)
- Bordal - 50% discount with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket (24-hour ticket only)
- Audio guide in 14 languages + headphones
- Historic Centre Walking Tour (included in all tickets)
- Nau Santa Maria de Colombo - get a 10% discount (included in the CR7 Museum ticket)
- Entry to the CR7 Museum (included in the 48-hour + CR7 Museum ticket only)
- Access to both the Red and Blue Routes (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (depending on option selected)
- Fado & Fado Madeira - 25% discount when you show your ticket (included in the CR7 Museum ticket)
- Gardens Walking Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- 10% off one way/ round trips in Botanical Garden Cable Car (included in the CR7 Museum ticket only)
- 10% discount on purchases over €25 at Patio - Brunch & Bistro
- 10% discount on purchases over €50 at Temptations Gift Shop
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry to attractions
What To Expect
Red Route
21 Stops | 9 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
Operating Schedule: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am, last departure from Stop 1 at 5:05pm. Buses run every 25 minutes
Funchal Promenade
Avenida Do Mar - Marina
Parada de ônibus
Praca Do Povo
Madeira Friends fitness spot
Teleferico
Rua do Matadouro
Campo Da Barca
Rua 31 de Janeiro 5
Praca Da Autonomia
Tribunal D
Camara Municipal
Confeitaria [na.avenida]
Casino Da Madeira
Quinta Magnólia S
Quinta Magnolia
São Martinho S
Igreja S. Martinho
Estr. Cmte. Camacho de Freitas 71
Pico Dos Barcelos
Tv. do Pé do Bico 2
Centro - Camara de Lobos 1
Buss stop - yellow buss
Centro - Camara de Lobos 2
Hotel Orca Praia D
Hotel Orca Praia
Praia Formosa S
Praia Formosa
Estrada Monumental 273
Rotunda Assicom
Forum Madeira
Forum Madeira Shopping
R. Passos Gouveia
Hotel Pestana Promenade
Porto Bay
Hotel Porto Mare
R. do Gorgulho 1
Lido
Hotel Reid's
Largo Da Paz
Estrada Monumental 110
Hotel Pestana Carlton Madeira
Blue Route (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
12 Stops | 1 Point of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Operating Schedule: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:15pm. Frequency: every 90 minutes
Funchal Promenade
Avenida do Mar - Marina
Av. Do Mar 17
Praca do Povo
Bus Statiom RIU
Teleferico
Rua 31 de Janeiro 5A
Praca da Autonomia
Largo Fonte T-21 e 48
Monte
Estr. da Corujeira 165
Jardim do Imperador
Largo Fonte T-21 e 48
Monte
Estr. do Livramento 28A
Livramento
Rua do Matadouro
Campo da Barca
R J Dias Leite Rotunda
Rotunda do Infante
Hotel Casino Park S (35)
Casino da Madeira
Estrada Monumental 110
Hotel Pestana Carlton Madeira
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Red Route: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:05pm. Frequency: every 25 minutes. Tour duration: 100 minutes
- Blue Route: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:15pm. Frequency: every 90 minutes. Tour duration: 75 minutes
- When you present your City Sightseeing ticket, you get:
- A free wine tasting at Blandy's Wine Lodge. Visit not included
- 10% discount on purchases over €25 at Patio - Brunch & Bistro
- 10% discount on purchases over €50 at Temptations Gift Shop
- 15% off Locker in the city. Scan the QR code on the promo page
- Frente Mar Funchal (included in the 24-hour ticket only) - enjoy a great time at our bathing complexes: Lido, Ponta Gorda, Barreirinha and Doca do Cavacas. Entrance not included
- Historic Centre Walking Tour: Departs at 11am, Monday - Saturday. Meeting Point: Stop 1 on the Red Route. Duration: 1 hour
- Gardens Walking Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only): Departs at 1pm, Monday - Saturday. Meeting Point: Stop 1 on the Red Route. Duration: 1 hour
- Night Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only): Departs every day at 9:30pm. Meeting Point: Stop 1 on the Red Route. Duration: 1 hour
- Entry to CR7 Museum (included in the 48-hour + CR7 Museum ticket only): Open 10am - 5pm, Monday to Friday. Closed Saturdays and Sundays
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route
- Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months from travel date selected at check-out
- Teleferico Jardim Botanico - 10% off one way/ round trips in Botanical Garden Cable Car with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket. To buy tickets: Stop 2 on the Blue Line. Starts at Stop 5 on the Blue Line (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Fado & Fado Madeira - get a 25% discount when you show your City Sightseeing Madeira ticket - Fado concert + glass of Madeira wine. Book by phone: +351 915 018 815 (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Se Cathedral - Torre - 50% off on the climb to the tower (160 stairs). Monday - Friday: 9am - 12:45pm and then 2pm - 4pm. Saturday: 11:30am. Closed Sundays (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Nau Santa Maria de Colombo - get 10% discount on the magnificent replica of Cristovao Colombo ship with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Stops 6 and 7 on the Blue Line will be out of use on 16th August from 6pm onwards, and on 17th August from 1:30pm onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the City Sightseeing Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-29162916FUNCHAL
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the City Sightseeing Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Madeira wine tasting (included in all tickets).
- Stops near the major sights.
- Night Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only).
- Free shuttle bus from the Port of Funchal to Avenida do Mar (included in the 48-hour tickets only).
- 15% off Locker in the city. Scan the QR code on the promo page.
- Frente Mar Funchal - enjoy a great time at our bathing complexes (24-hour ticket only).
- A free wine tasting at Blandy's Wine Lodge. Visit not included.
- Se Cathedral - Torre - 50% off on the climb to the tower (included in the CR7 Museum ticket).
- Bordal - 50% discount with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket (24-hour ticket only).
- Audio guide in 14 languages + headphones.
- Historic Centre Walking Tour (included in all tickets).
- Nau Santa Maria de Colombo - get a 10% discount (included in the CR7 Museum ticket).
- Entry to the CR7 Museum (included in the 48-hour + CR7 Museum ticket only).
- Access to both the Red and Blue Routes (included in the 48-hour tickets only).
- 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (depending on option selected).
- Fado & Fado Madeira - 25% discount when you show your ticket (included in the CR7 Museum ticket).
- Gardens Walking Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only).
- 10% off one way/ round trips in Botanical Garden Cable Car (included in the CR7 Museum ticket only).
- 10% discount on purchases over €25 at Patio - Brunch & Bistro.
- 10% discount on purchases over €50 at Temptations Gift Shop.
The following is NOT included:
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Entry to attractions.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the City Sightseeing Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for City Sightseeing Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Madeira wine tasting (included in all tickets)
- Stops near the major sights
- Night Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- Free shuttle bus from the Port of Funchal to Avenida do Mar (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- 15% off Locker in the city. Scan the QR code on the promo page
- Frente Mar Funchal - enjoy a great time at our bathing complexes (24-hour ticket only)
- A free wine tasting at Blandy's Wine Lodge. Visit not included
- Se Cathedral - Torre - 50% off on the climb to the tower (included in the CR7 Museum ticket)
- Bordal - 50% discount with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket (24-hour ticket only)
- Audio guide in 14 languages + headphones
- Historic Centre Walking Tour (included in all tickets)
- Nau Santa Maria de Colombo - get a 10% discount (included in the CR7 Museum ticket)
- Entry to the CR7 Museum (included in the 48-hour + CR7 Museum ticket only)
- Access to both the Red and Blue Routes (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (depending on option selected)
- Fado & Fado Madeira - 25% discount when you show your ticket (included in the CR7 Museum ticket)
- Gardens Walking Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only)
- 10% off one way/ round trips in Botanical Garden Cable Car (included in the CR7 Museum ticket only)
- 10% discount on purchases over €25 at Patio - Brunch & Bistro
- 10% discount on purchases over €50 at Temptations Gift Shop
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry to attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Red Route: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:05pm. Frequency: every 25 minutes. Tour duration: 100 minutes
- Blue Route: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:15pm. Frequency: every 90 minutes. Tour duration: 75 minutes
- When you present your City Sightseeing ticket, you get:
- A free wine tasting at Blandy's Wine Lodge. Visit not included
- 10% discount on purchases over €25 at Patio - Brunch & Bistro
- 10% discount on purchases over €50 at Temptations Gift Shop
- 15% off Locker in the city. Scan the QR code on the promo page
- Frente Mar Funchal (included in the 24-hour ticket only) - enjoy a great time at our bathing complexes: Lido, Ponta Gorda, Barreirinha and Doca do Cavacas. Entrance not included
- Historic Centre Walking Tour: Departs at 11am, Monday - Saturday. Meeting Point: Stop 1 on the Red Route. Duration: 1 hour
- Gardens Walking Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only): Departs at 1pm, Monday - Saturday. Meeting Point: Stop 1 on the Red Route. Duration: 1 hour
- Night Tour (included in the 48-hour tickets only): Departs every day at 9:30pm. Meeting Point: Stop 1 on the Red Route. Duration: 1 hour
- Entry to CR7 Museum (included in the 48-hour + CR7 Museum ticket only): Open 10am - 5pm, Monday to Friday. Closed Saturdays and Sundays
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route
- Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months from travel date selected at check-out
- Teleferico Jardim Botanico - 10% off one way/ round trips in Botanical Garden Cable Car with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket. To buy tickets: Stop 2 on the Blue Line. Starts at Stop 5 on the Blue Line (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Fado & Fado Madeira - get a 25% discount when you show your City Sightseeing Madeira ticket - Fado concert + glass of Madeira wine. Book by phone: +351 915 018 815 (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Se Cathedral - Torre - 50% off on the climb to the tower (160 stairs). Monday - Friday: 9am - 12:45pm and then 2pm - 4pm. Saturday: 11:30am. Closed Sundays (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Nau Santa Maria de Colombo - get 10% discount on the magnificent replica of Cristovao Colombo ship with the City Sightseeing Madeira ticket (included in the 48-Hour + CR7 Museum ticket)
- Stops 6 and 7 on the Blue Line will be out of use on 16th August from 6pm onwards, and on 17th August from 1:30pm onwards
