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Experience the best of Funchal with Withlocals

Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Funchal to the max with the best things to do in Funchal with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!

Tours in Funchal

Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Funchal to the max with the best things to do in Funchal with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!

Tours in Funchal

Real People. Real Stories.
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  • Feel like a local, not a tourist

    Always private. It’s just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.

  • More you, less checklist

    Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.

  • Travel that feels good

    Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.



Top 3 things to do in Funchal

Make your stay in Funchal complete with these things to do

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    Portrait from local Sherryl - Maderian Mermaid
    Portrait from local Luana - Mountain & Nature Lover
    Choose your favorite local

    The 10 Tastings of Funchal

    63 reviews
    3 hours | food tours | Funchal

    Ready to taste the best food in Funchal? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Funchal.

    €81.62per person
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  2. 2Experience image
    Portrait from local Sherryl - Maderian Mermaid
    Portrait from local Rosario - Funchal: the Pearl of the Atlantic's capital
    Choose your favorite local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Funchal

    81 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Funchal

    Want to see the best of Funchal? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Funchal!

    €30.15per person
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    Portrait from local Luana - Mountain & Nature Lover
    Portrait from local Rosario - Funchal: the Pearl of the Atlantic's capital
    Choose your favorite local

    Off the Beaten Track in Funchal: Rua de Santa Maria Tour

    59 reviews
    2 hours | off the beaten track | Funchal

    Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Funchal. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Rua de Santa Maria where you’ll experience a different Funchal, like a local with a local by your side!

    €13.24per person
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Explore Funchal with our incredible locals

Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Funchal with locals

  • Luana

    Mountain & Nature Lover

    24 reviews
    English・Español・Italiano・Português
  • Sherryl

    Maderian Mermaid

    19 reviews
    English
  • Volha

    Never Stop Exploring

    16 reviews
    English・Italiano・Русский
  • Rosario

    Funchal: the Pearl of the Atlantic's capital

    20 reviews
    English・Español


Things to do in Funchal

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Funchal has to offer

  • The 10 Tastings of Funchal
    Sherryl - Maderian Mermaid
    Luana - Mountain & Nature Lover
    Choose your local

    The 10 Tastings of Funchal

    4.9
    63 reviews
    3 hours • food tours
    from €81.62 per person
  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Funchal
    Sherryl - Maderian Mermaid
    Rosario - Funchal: the Pearl of the Atlantic's capital
    Choose your local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Funchal

    4.9
    81 reviews
    3 hours • city highlight tours
    from €30.15 per person
  • Off the Beaten Track in Funchal: Rua de Santa Maria Tour
    Luana - Mountain & Nature Lover
    Rosario - Funchal: the Pearl of the Atlantic's capital
    Choose your local

    Off the Beaten Track in Funchal: Rua de Santa Maria Tour

    4.9
    59 reviews
    2 hours • off the beaten track
    from €13.24 per person
  • Day Trip: Funchal's Botanical Garden by Cable Car
    Luana - Mountain & Nature Lover
    With Luana

    Day Trip: Funchal's Botanical Garden by Cable Car

    4.9
    26 reviews
    5 hours • day trips
    from €103 per person
  • Withlocals Your Way! - Funchal City Tour
    Sherryl - Maderian Mermaid
    Rosario - Funchal: the Pearl of the Atlantic's capital
    Choose your local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Funchal City Tour

    4.9
    77 reviews
    3 hours • city highlight tours
    from €26.47 per person
  • A Magical Evening in Funchal: City Tour
    Volha - Never Stop Exploring
    Sherryl - Maderian Mermaid
    Choose your local

    A Magical Evening in Funchal: City Tour

    4.9
    34 reviews
    2.5 hours • city highlight tours
    from €33.09 per person
  • Funchal: History & Flavours
    Rosario - Funchal: the Pearl of the Atlantic's capital
    With Rosario

    Funchal: History & Flavours

    5.0
    20 reviews
    3 hours • city highlight tours
    from €44 per person
  • Madeira: North West Shore Day Trip by Car
    Volha - Never Stop Exploring
    With Volha

    Madeira: North West Shore Day Trip by Car

    5.0
    16 reviews
    6 hours • Wildlife & nature
    from €110 per person
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  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.



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Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

  • 5.0

    Sheryll was fantastic!

    "One of our favorite with locals tours! And was just great! "

    local Sherryl
    guest Alexandra
    AlexandraAbout local SherrylFunchal, January 26, 2026
  • 5.0

    Very pleasant introduction to Funchal

    "Sherryl took us round some of the key spots in Funchal and helped us find our bearings. She went at our pace and was most informative. We enjoyed our tour very much. Thank you Sherryl."

    local Sherryl
    guest Trudy
    TrudyAbout local SherrylFunchal, December 24, 2025
  • 5.0

    Fun. Personable. Knowledgable.

    "Luana was our guide for a tour of the old town (Rua Santa Maria). She did an exceptional job introducing us to the fruit & flower market. Our group really enjoyed the street art and murals, which is the centerpiece of the tour. Great experience with Luana. "

    local Luana
    guest Skyler
    SkylerAbout local LuanaFunchal, December 20, 2025
  • 5.0

    I fell in love with Funchal!

    "Sherryl was delightful, knowledgeable and a terrific local foodie tour guide. Our tastes and sips provided us with an appreciation for the unique (and delicious!) Madeira food scene. She even arranged a perfect weather day for our tour!"

    local Sherryl
    guest Sue
    SueAbout local SherrylFunchal, November 24, 2025
  • 5.0

    Funchal walking tour

    "Sherryl was very informative and interesting to talk with. We really enjoyed our morning walking around Funchal with her"

    local Sherryl
    guest Andrea & Mark
    Andrea & MarkAbout local SherrylFunchal, November 23, 2025
  • 5.0

    One of a kind day in Madeira

    "We were able to spend the day exploring the North and west side of Madeira. Such a wonderful experience. Volha was an amazing host. Shes a very positive person with great energy. She took us to some wonderful less explored places in Madeira. We really enjoyed our day and would recommend Volha as a guide to anyone looking for a personalized tour of the island. Thanks Volha!"

    local Volha
    guest Mike
    MikeAbout local VolhaFunchal, November 23, 2025
  • 5.0

    Best tour of our trip

    "We were very fortunate to have chosen Rosario to guide us around the beautiful city of Funchal. She has an encyclopedic knowledge of the history and features of Funchal. Further, her English is excellent. We had a wonderful, in depth tour over three hours (just right) in Funchal. We highly recommend Rosario to visitors to Funchal!"

    local Rosario
    guest Michael
    MichaelAbout local RosarioFunchal, October 21, 2025
  • 5.0

    Funchal With Volha

    "We recently had a 3 hour tour with Volha while we were in Funchal for a cruise stop. She was lively and informative, and full of interesting facts about Funchal. We covered a lot of the city in a short time, and learned about its history, its culture and its people. We even got to sample the Pastel de Nata, which was delicious. Volha truly made the old city come alive for us. Because of her knowledge and her genuine personality, it was a fabulous day in Funchal."

    local Volha
    guest Kathleen
    Kathleen About local VolhaFunchal, October 21, 2025
  • 5.0

    Wonderful Tour and Tasting

    "Fantastic tour with Luana. We were met at the shuttle stop from our cruise and given a very informative walking tour throughout the town of Funchal. Tasting various local foods along the way, seeing the market and finishing up at the Madeira winery and tasting room. You can’t go wrong by booking the tour with Luana!"

    local Luana
    guest Wayne
    WayneAbout local LuanaFunchal, October 14, 2025
  • 5.0

    Review about Luana

    "We had a lovely experience. Luana knows a lot of Madeira and the flowers, threes and plants. She's a nice person and we had nice talked."

    local Luana
    guest Gerrit
    GerritAbout local LuanaFunchal, October 11, 2025