Funchal City Tour + Old Town

Discover the historic center of Funchal by Tuk Tuk

Best intro to Funchal - see it all in 1 hour

1 hour Easy Private
32per person

Explore the historic landmarks and hidden gems of the city.

Once aboard your charismatic tuk tuk, you will begin exploring the 15th-century Old Town of Funchal. Discover the doors and walls painted by local artists, as you ride through the narrow streets to Vila Guida.

Relax at wonderful viewpoints without the noise of the city, before traveling to the city center to see the statue of Goncalves Zarco, Town Hall, the cathedral, and other historical buildings. You will also explore the Mercado dos Lavradores, which is a local farmer’s market.

Riding up to the hill you will enjoy the views before reaching the Fortress of Sao Joao Batista of Pico. The magnificent panoramic views of the city will make for the best introduction for your knowledge of Funchal. Your tour will later conclude with your driver/guide dropping you off wherever you wish in the city center.
1
Hotel Pickup

Pickup from your Funchal hotel

2
Funchal Old Town (Zona Velha)

Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing

3
Miradouro da Vila Guida

Photo stop, Panoramic views

4
Fortaleza de Sao Joao Baptista do Pico

Photo stop, Guided tour, Panoramic views

5
Drop-off

Return to hotel or city center

TukTuking Meeting Point — Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses, Funchal

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Pick-up is available from hotels in the Funchal area. Please provide your hotel name when booking.

Pick-up is also available inside the cruise ship port for an additional fee of €5.

Tour Highlights

  • Admire panoramic views from Fortress of Pico
  • Discover the city of Funchal by tuk tuk
  • Enjoy the narrow streets of the Old Town
  • Learn about Funchal’s history
  • Visit the Mercado dos Lavradores

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal city
  • Guided tuk-tuk tour
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Insurance

Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets for attractions

Important Information

  • Not recommended for wheelchair users
  • Maximum 3 passengers per tuk tuk

Frequently Asked Questions

We pick you up from your hotel in the Funchal city area. If you are staying outside Funchal center, please contact us to arrange a meeting point.

We recommend comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera. The tuk tuk has a cover for sun and rain protection.

Yes! Children are welcome on our tours. The tuk tuk can accommodate up to 3 passengers comfortably.

Customer Reviews

JeanNovember 2025
United Kingdom

Virgilio Agrela was our Tuk Tuk driver and he was soo friendly and professional, he stopped for photos, churches and market to look around if we wanted to. He told us some history of Funchal, we would highly recommend him!

CaitlinJuly 2025
United Kingdom

We LOVED our tuk tuk tour of Funchal. Our guide was great and we loved visiting the fortresses. She took us to places we had no idea existed and the views were stunning. Worth the money 100% and great fun!

KarenFebruary 2025
United States

Ricky was our guide/driver and we were so happy with him. We had a great time! He listened to what we were interested in seeing and showed us even more. He was friendly and knowledgeable.

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