Learn about the economy of Madeira over centuries and why the island was the base of Portugal's expansion in the sugar industry and trade routes of the Atlantic and Indian oceans. Explore the wine-making traditions and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Starting times 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Portuguese, French
Experience
- Learn more about the historical growth of Funchal
- Visit some of the city's most emblematic monuments and discover hidden treasures
- Hear about the sugar industry at the 15th-century Old Customs House
- Walking tour
- Guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Food and beverages
- Any personal expenses
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Jesuit's College of Funchal, Madeira University, next to D'Oliveiras Madeira Wine.
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- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Your guide will be a former university student or European volunteer of the Erasmus Madeiran Heritage program at the University of Madeira
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Tours start at 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and are available in Portuguese, English, French, German and Spanish