D
An OK tour
An interesting tour around Funchal. However, we felt there was limited information regarding the history of the island and city, and more could have been done to describe the architecture and culture.
Old Funchal Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $19 / person
- Location
- Funchal, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 599 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Madeiran Heritage
- Meeting point
- Inside of Madeira University Rectory, Rua dos Ferreiras opposite the court house
Description
Your 2-hour tour to the emblematic monuments of this part of the town will be guided by a former university student or a European volunteer (European Voluntary Service - part of the European Union's Erasmus+ programme) integrated in this project, developed at the University of Madeira. This will be a university project with a side that will most certainly fascinate you.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 3–85)
- $19
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Colegio dos Jesuitas do Funchal
Founded by King Sebastian of Portugal in the 16th century.
Mercado dos Lavradores
The Mercado dos Lavradores ("farmers' market") is a fruit, vegetable, flower and fish market in Funchal, Madeira. The building was designed by Edmundo Tavares and opened on 24 November 1940. The facade, main entrance and fish market contain panels of tiles depicting regional themes, executed by João Rodrigues. It is divided into a number of smaller plazas and stairways that are used as sales venues.
Zona Velha
Nightlife in the Old Town is currently a great attraction where art and entertainment come together, as the streets in the area have been transformed by the work of local and foreign artists (through a project entitled “Arte de Portas Abertas”). The project represents one of the facets of urban art and culture in the city.
Assembleia Regional Da Madeira
Praça do Colombo
Building from 16th century served as the seat of the largest diocese in the world.
Estatua Joao Goncalves Zarco
One of the three navigators responsible for the rediscovery of the island.”
Jardim Municipal do Funchal
We then stop at the Municipal Garden for a quick visit and after the traditional Wine Lodge, before continuing to the Jesuits’ Church.
Igreja de Sao Joao Evangelista do Colegio do Funchal
The College Church, dedicated to Saint John the Evangelist, is a must see attraction in Funchal that impresses visitors with its incredible interiors, that includes Madeira's finest baroque and mannerist art pieces.
Colegio dos Jesuitas do Funchal
Loja Gaudeamus with a Wine tasting.
What's included
Included
Tour escort/host
Driver/guide
Not included
Transportation to/from attractions
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
599 reviews
How it compares in Funchal
- No. 9 by number of reviews among 575 tours in Funchal
- Starting price $19 is 70% below the typical $63 for tours of similar length in Funchal
Excurgo comparison of 575 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Old Funchal Walking Tour take?
Old Funchal Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Old Funchal Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $19 per person for this Funchal experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Old Funchal Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM.
Can I cancel Old Funchal Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Inside of Madeira University Rectory, Rua dos Ferreiras opposite the court house. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Old Funchal Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Old Funchal Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 599 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Madeiran Heritage.
Reviews(599)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Interesting and enjoyable...
Interesting and enjoyable walking tour. Recommend taking it early in a visit to Madeira. Emily was a very interesting guide.
C
Excellent guide
Excellent guide. Small group size. Good value.
R
Funchal Guided Walking Tour
Emile was an excellent tour guide with very useful tips and knowledge of Funchal with a bonus of some Madeura wine tasting. Great fun!
G
Eloan was a very...
Eloan was a very knowledgeable tour guide. We learned so much about Funchal and Old Funchal. We’d book again!
D
Fun walk
Admission fee was acceptable in this day and age. We had a great experience seeing places we have not been to whilst in Funchal. Length of time great also given time to browse. There was only six in our group as we were divided in language speaking. It was fun spending time with other people during the walk 🚶 jovial atmosphere all round. Worth doing to hear a bit of history just enough not to be bored.
A
Very pleasant walking through the street of Funchal
Very interesting tour to understand better Funchal history
C
A great tour and tour guides - A perfect introduction to Funchal old town
The old Funchal walking tour was fantastic. The guides shared lots of information about the city and its history. The cost of the tour was good for the length of the tour and the size of the tour group. There were 6 or 8 people on the tour, and we were able to chat to each other during times when we were walking between locations. At the end of the tour we had a Madeira wine tasting where we were able to taste four different wines, a dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet and sweet.
5
Very informative and engaging walk
The Old City walk was very enjoyable and our guide (Bafa) was friendly, knowledgeable and explained everything very clearly.
E
The guides were lovely,...
The guides were lovely, we were never rushed, they made sure we were always comfortable, and weee happy to answer any questions we had!! Highly recommend for a chill and relaxing introduction to Funchal!
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