Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal in Funchal
Funchal, Portugal

Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal

Outty Ranking 60 5.0 · 14 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $189

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60/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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5.0/5

Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal worth booking?

Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal is a 4-hour experience in Funchal, Portugal, from $189 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
5/5 (14)
Duration
4 hours
From
$189 per person

Our walking Tour start in a famous Funchal building built in 1940, the Mercado dos Lavradores, an important reference to all of those visiting us. It is our main local farm market where we find regional products for the

What you get

    About this experience

    Our walking Tour start in a famous Funchal building built in 1940, the Mercado dos Lavradores, an important reference to all of those visiting us. It is our main local farm market where we find regional products for the taste of all tourist wanting the necessary tranquility for shopping. We continue walking and go through the Old Town and come along to the Sea Avenue and visit the City Door, once the main gate from the Sea to the Madeiran capital. Our next stop is the famous Funchal Cathedral, built in 1514 by the King D. Manuel I, we will visit the interior of the Church and see it's amazing roof and gold carving. Moving along the Avenue Arriaga we see the Palace of São Lourenço, and we visit the Marina of funchal. We end up our Tour in the Catarina City Park.

    What's included

    Included

    • Walking Tour
    • Driver/Local guide
    • Private tour
    • Hotel/port/apartment pickup and drop-off
    • Free WIFI onboard
    • Live commentary on board
    • Transport by private vehicle

    Not included

    • Food and Drinks

    What you'll see and do

    1. Funchal

      Our walking Tour start in a famous Funchal building built in 1940, the Mercado dos Lavradores, an important reference to all of those visiting us. It is our main local farm market where we find regional products for the taste of all tourist wanting the necessary tranquility for shopping

      240 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Options you can book

    • 1 to 4 Pax Funchal Port

      Private Duration: 4 hours :: Pick Up from Funchal Port Harbor Pickup included

    • 5 to 8 Pax North/South East

      Private Duration: 4 hours :: Pick Up from Machico, Santa Cruz, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz and Caniçal area Pickup included

    • 1 to 4 Passengers North West

      Private Duration: 5 hours :: Pick Up from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente area Pickup included

    • 1 to 4 Pax Funchal, Caniço

      Pick Up from Funchal, Canico, Camara de Lobos. NO FUNCHAL PORT. Private Duration: 4 hours Pickup included

    • 1 to 4 Passengers South West

      Private Duration: 4 hours :: Pick Up from Calheta, Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava area. Pickup included

    • 1 to 4 Pax North/South East

      Private Duration: 4 hours :: Pick Up from Machico, Santa Cruz, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz and Caniçal area Pickup included

    • 5 to 8 Pax Funchal Port

      Private Duration: 4 hours :: Pick Up from Funchal Port Harbor Pickup included

    • 5 to 8 Passengers South West

      Private Duration: 4 hours :: Pick Up from Calheta, Ponta do Sol, Ribeira Brava área Pickup included

    • 5 to 8 Passengers North West

      Private Duration: 5 hours :: Pick Up from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente area Pickup included

    • 5 to 8 Pax Funchal, Caniço

      Pick Up from Funchal, Canico, Camara de Lobos. NO FUNCHAL PORT. Private Duration: 4 hours Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    pt
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Pearl of the Atlantic

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • This product operates rain or shine, except in the case of extreme weather events.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    14 verified traveler reviews for Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    FarAway60249157080 · November 2024

    A wide visit with the time well divided on each of the visits and with a lot of quality in the explanations provided.

    Duarte is a guide who likes what he does and does with competence, giving attention and always creating alternatives that please his clients.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    armandobezerraleite · November 2024

    Madeira's best travel guide service! I recommend!

    The service of our guide Duarte was differentiated. Always very attentive and polite, taught us a lot about Madeira Island's history and especially about Funchal. In addition to demonstrating extreme knowledge and development in the exercise of the function, always behaved very polite and cuts.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Tour14706023221 · December 2023

    Great

    Excellent choice I had. I booked the Funchal tour online and it far exceeded my expectations. Thank you to the guide Mr. Duarte…a Lord in everything…

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Jorge D · June 2023

    Tour of Funchal

    Excellent experience in a top Enterprise of the best I've ever had in many years of vacation around Europe. The guide Mr. Duarte was extraordinary.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    filipav11 · September 2022

    Incredible experience

    Fantastic tour with the guide Duarte! All the places we visited, regional products we tried and all the knowledge of the guide made this experience amazing!

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
    Price range
    $189 to $270
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    5
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)40
    Booking momentum (14% weight)31
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)60
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Funchal.

    How much does Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal cost?

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    Prices start at $189 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Funchal usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Funchal is not rushed.

    Is Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Funchal, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal?

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    Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Funchal can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Funchal and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Guided Walk The Tour of Funchal start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Funchal within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Funchal?

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    On Outty we rank every Funchal experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4, West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Funchal?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Funchal?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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