Caniçal
Travel Guide





Visit Caniçal

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina
"We were celebrating my parents 49th wedding anniversary and they ensured we celebrated well. It was difficult booking the à la carte restaurants but once that was arranged we had a wonderful time. Our villa was beautiful and well appointed. The staff really can’t do enough for you; thank you for ..."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

The Vine
"An excellent place to stay in Funchal! A very convenient location, with plenty of great restaurants and shops nearby. The staff is very attentive, the breakfast is wonderful and varied, and there is a rooftop pool and bar with a magnificent view!"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
"Great 5 star hotel. Excellent facilities. Great location, walking distance to many shops and restaurant's."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026

Village Cabo Girao

Dom Pedro Garajau
"Great value for money. Good location, friendly helpful staff, good breakfast, great facilities. Rooms are a little dated but shower was hot, nice toiletries, fresh towels every day. Have stayed here before and will do again."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

Terrace Mar
"Excellent location walkable to the city centre. Super clean, room was a decent size, comfortable bed (even the sofa bed was comfortable!), well stocked kitchen, very nice cozy rooftop terrace with amazing views and clean pool and hot tub (the hot tub could be a bit hotter for this time of the year), ..."
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Popular places to visit

Sao Lourenco Point
Enjoy a rewarding hike, cool off with a swim and admire arresting views at Madeira’s easternmost point.
Machico Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Machico Beach during your trip to Machico? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Santo da Serra Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Água de Pena at Santo da Serra Golf Club. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Whale Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whale Museum in Caniçal. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Madeira Whale Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Madeira Whale Museum during your travels in Machico. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.
Igreja Matriz de Machico
After visiting Igreja Matriz de Machico, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Machico. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Nuns Valley Short Stroll with Mountain Surroundings

Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 5 Days



