Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Funchal Madeira
- Duration24 hours
- Daily
- Group
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Overview
This hop-on hop-off bus ticket lets you explore Funchal at your own pace and, with the 3-in-1 pass, continue to Câmara de Lobos and the Cabo Girão cliff. Choose a 24-hour, 48-hour or five-day pass depending on the option you pick, listen to the audio guide in English and several other languages and hop off wherever you like. It suits first-time visitors who want an easy way to see the main sights without organising transport.
Highlights
- Hop on and off at any stop along the route between 09:30 and 18:30
- Options for the 2-in-1 pass (Funchal and Câmara de Lobos) or the 3-in-1 pass, which adds Cabo Girão
- Passes valid for 24 hours, 48 hours or five days, depending on the option
- Audio guide in several languages including English
- Easy way to reach Câmara de Lobos and the Cabo Girão cliff
- Flexible sightseeing with no fixed group or schedule
Full Description
Funchal city route
Funchal is Madeira's capital, a city of terraced hills, gardens and a busy harbour. The hop-on hop-off bus covers the main areas, so you can get off in the old town to walk the narrow streets, see the cathedral and the market, or stay on board and enjoy the commentary. A city bus tour in Funchal is the easiest way to get your bearings on the first day.
With a longer pass you can hop off and stay as long as you like, then take the next bus. Ask the crew or check the map in your voucher for the stops nearest the sights that interest you, since stops and timetables can change with the season.
Câmara de Lobos
Câmara de Lobos is a colourful fishing village a short distance west of Funchal, with a sheltered bay full of painted wooden boats. Winston Churchill is said to have painted the view during a visit, and the village keeps a relaxed, traditional character with a harbour, cafés and narrow lanes.
The route to Câmara de Lobos is included in every pass on this page, including the 2-in-1 options. It is a good place to spend an hour or two on foot, and many visitors combine it with the coast road for photos of the bay from above.
Cabo Girão
Cabo Girão is one of the highest sea cliffs in Europe, at about 580 metres, with a glass-floored skywalk at the edge. The Cabo Girão route is included in the 3-in-1 passes, but not in the 2-in-1 passes. The entry fee for the Cabo Girão viewpoint is not included, so decide on the day whether to go in.
If you are wondering whether Cabo Girão is worth visiting, the answer is yes on a clear day: the terraced fields below and the ocean beyond make it one of the best-known views on Madeira, and the bus saves you from driving the winding road.
Which pass to choose
The default option is the 3-in-1 pass valid for five days, the longest and most flexible. Other options include a 3-in-1 pass for 48 hours, a 2-in-1 pass for 48 hours and a 2-in-1 pass for 24 hours, and the booking panel shows the price for each, adult and child.
Choose the 3-in-1 pass if you want to see Cabo Girão, and a longer pass if you plan to stay in Funchal for a few days and enjoy the sights slowly. Entry fees for museums and monuments are not included, and the audio guide is in several languages including English.
Itinerary
- Choose your pass and datePick 24 hours, 48 hours or five days and the route that suits you in the booking panel.
- Board at any stopHop on at any stop on the route between 09:30 and 18:30; your voucher shows the meeting point.
- Funchal routeListen to the audio guide and hop off in the old town, gardens or seafront.
- Câmara de Lobos routeRide to the fishing village and spend time at the harbour.
- Cabo Girão routeWith a 3-in-1 pass, continue to the high sea cliff and its viewpoint.
- Hop back onUse the pass as often as you like until it expires.
What's included
- Hop-on hop-off bus ticket valid for 24 hours
- Funchal and Câmara de Lobos routes
- Audio guide in several languages including English
Not included
- Cabo Girão route
- Entry fees to museums and monuments
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup
Is this right for you?
Great for
- First-time visitors who want the highlights
Think twice if
- You prefer short outings — this takes 1 days
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- Travellers who prefer a guided tour with a live guide, since this ticket uses an audio guide
- Guests who want entry tickets to museums and monuments included
Meeting point
You can board at any bus stop on the route; the meeting point for your first ride is shown in your booking voucher. Hotel pickup is not included.
Important information
- Buses run between about 09:30 and 18:30; the timetable can change with the season.
- Entry fees to museums and monuments and to the Cabo Girão viewpoint are not included.
- The Cabo Girão route is only included in the 3-in-1 passes, not the 2-in-1 passes.
- Food and drinks and hotel pickup are not included.
- The audio guide is available in several languages including English.
- Check the validity of your pass (24 hours, 48 hours or five days) before you book.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the hop-on hop-off bus ticket cost?
The price depends on the pass you choose and on the number of adults and children. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. The ticket is for the bus, so you board at any stop on the route. Your voucher shows the meeting point.
How long is the pass valid?
It depends on the option: 24 hours, 48 hours or five days. The default option is the five-day 3-in-1 pass.
What is the difference between the options?
The 3-in-1 passes cover Funchal, Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão, while the 2-in-1 passes cover Funchal and Câmara de Lobos only. The passes also differ in validity: 24 hours, 48 hours or five days.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. The booking panel shows the child ticket and the age range it covers. Hopping on and off suits families who want flexibility.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable shoes for walking at the stops, sun protection and a light jacket for the coast and the cliff, where it can be breezy.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Often yes, depending on availability. Choose your date in the booking panel to see if the pass is available.
Is the audio guide in English?
Yes. The audio guide is available in several languages including English.
Are the entry tickets to Cabo Girão included?
No. The entry fee for the Cabo Girão viewpoint is not included, nor are museum and monument entry fees.
Is the Cabo Girão bus route worth it?
Yes, if you would like to reach the high cliff without driving the winding roads yourself. Choose a 3-in-1 pass to include it.
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