Driving routes, distances and day-trip ideas nearby.
A ready week, day by day: highly rated places, lunches, tours and trips out of town. Ratings and opening hours come from Tripadvisor, distances are real driving distances.
An unhurried first day: the centre on foot, one landmark and a quiet dinner near where you're staying. Don't plan anything far — after travelling, getting your bearings matters more.
All day
A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.
Hotel check-in is usually from 2pm — if you arrive earlier, most places will store your luggage.
The fullest day: two or three key places back to back. Start early — queues build by midday at the popular ones, and the light is better for photographs after lunch.
All day
A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.
Carry some cash for markets and small cafés — cards are not taken everywhere.
A day for what needs time and attention: museums, historic quarters, and lunch somewhere locals actually go.
Afternoon
Private Half day tour around Madeira Island
5.0· 179from €175
Private Half day tour around Madeira Island — rated 5 from 179 reviews.
Many museums close on a Monday or Tuesday — check the opening hours before you set out.
Get beyond the city: the nearby towns and countryside are usually what stays with you. A rental car is the practical way — public transport on these routes is slow and infrequent.
All day
Funchal (Madeira)
Funchal (Madeira) is 43 km from Ponta Delgada (Madeira), about 47m by car. Leave in the morning so you're back before dark.
Book the car ahead: in season there is little left and the counter price is higher.
Rent a car in Ponta Delgada (Madeira)A free day. Go back to wherever you wanted to linger, and add one or two places from the list you haven't reached.
Afternoon
Good Vibe Madeira Tours
5.0· 174from €70
Good Vibe Madeira Tours — rated 5 from 174 reviews.
Carry some cash for markets and small cafés — cards are not taken everywhere.
A good day for a guided tour: a guide tells you what the signs don't, and takes the driving off your hands.
Afternoon
Full Day Madeira Island Tour - Open Roof
5.0· 165from €70
Full Day Madeira Island Tour - Open Roof — rated 5 from 165 reviews.
Carry some cash for markets and small cafés — cards are not taken everywhere.
A calm finish: a favourite spot once more, some shopping, a late lunch. Leave yourself room before the airport.
Afternoon
Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest
5.0· 128from €55
Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest — rated 5 from 128 reviews.
Allow twice what the map says for the airport run — it is never the quiet hour when you need it.
Where you can drive from Ponta Delgada (Madeira).
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Top attractions
Restaurants and cafés
Private Half day tour around Madeira Island
€175
Good Vibe Madeira Tours
€70
Full Day Madeira Island Tour - Open Roof
€70
Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest
€55
Mediterrâneo Madeira
from €144 / night
Solar de Boaventura
from €107 / night
Estalagem do Vale
from €142 / night
Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel
from €160 / night
Source — Tripadvisor
Great Experience
We stood at this hotel for 2 weeks and had a great experience. Location is great, 10 minute walk to the city gates. Short walk to several restaurants, the mall, snack shops/cafes supermarkets and pharmacy. Everything you need is within walking distance. All the staff were very friendly, everything was clean and smelle…
A hidden gem
A wonderful surprise in a peaceful, remote location. They’ve created something truly special here. The food was absolutely delicious, every dish full of authentic Italian flavor, and the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a memorable dining experience.
Amazing hotel in Azores
Unexpectedly had to find a new hotel last minute so stumbled across here and was so glad I did. Excellent front staff, excellent restaurant staff, and the rooms were gorgeous as well as tip top clean. It’s also tucked away so a very quiet hotel without excessive road noise. Would highly recommend for anyone that want…