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Day Trip: Funchal's Botanical Garden by Cable Car

  • 5 hours
  • Day Trips
  • Funchal
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Choose one of 2 locals available

Experience hosted by Luana & Sherryl

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Are you curious to know what treasures you can find in the Botanical Garden of Funchal? Let a local show you around! This guided tour unveils tropical wonders and endemic treasures in the elevated Botanical Garden. Join your local host for a day of natural beauty with a touch of Funchal's charm!

Destination
Funchal, Portugal
Category
Day Trips
Duration
5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, EspaΓ±ol, Italiano, PortuguΓͺs
Included
  • Private Guide
  • Entrance ticket Botanical Garden
  • Cable Car tickets to Monte and to the Botanical Garden v.v.
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to other attractions than mentioned
  • meals or snacks

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Visit the botanical garden with the cable car & explore it with a local
  • Get insights straight from a local source
  • No big groups: just you and your local host
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Forget about big tourist groups & audio guides!
  • See the botanical gardens from a local perspective

What you can expect

Day Trip: Funchal's Botanical Garden by Cable Car in Funchal - Funchal_Botanical_Gardens_MAIN.jpg

Embark on a captivating botanical adventure with our Funchal Botanical Garden Tour! Begin your journey at the cable car lower station in Funchal, where our local guide awaits you. Together, ascend to the picturesque village of Monte, swapping cable cars for a breathtaking ride to the elevated haven of the Botanical Garden.

As you step into this lush paradise, your guide will lead you through a curated exploration of the garden's highlights. Encounter a breathtaking array of tropical wonders within climate-controlled greenhouses, featuring exotic orchids, vibrant bromeliads, and delicate ferns.

Marvel at the diversity of endemic plant species native to Madeira and the Macaronesia region, discovering their unique characteristics and cultural significance. The Herb and Medicinal Garden will unveil the traditional uses of various plants, adding a fascinating layer to your botanical experience.

Continue your journey through the garden's well-designed landscapes, adorned with colorful flowers, lush lawns, and scenic pathways. Explore the captivating Cactus and Succulent Garden, showcasing the resilience and beauty of desert plants.

After a leisurely and informative exploration, descend back to the cable car lower station in Funchal, savoring the memories of a day filled with natural beauty and botanical wonders. Let our local guide enhance your journey, sharing the hidden stories and unique features of this splendid garden. Join us for a tour that blends the charm of Funchal with the tranquility of the Botanical Garden, creating lasting memories of Madeira's rich natural treasures

Choose your local

Get to know these 2 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at At the entrance of restaurant Esplanada Teleferico - Funchal to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. From Funchal to undefined

    Meet your host and get ready to mount the cable car. Your host will be there by your side to make the journey a more pleasant and enjoyable experience
  4. undefined Exploring

    Let your local host show you around the botanical garden of Funchal. Here you can find must-sees, hidden gems, history, cultural treasures, and more! Your host will make sure to provide you with all the answers and insights you might have along the way
  5. undefined Off the Beaten Path

    The best part about this private day trip is that you get to experience the botanical garden from a different perspective - through the knowledge of a local!
  6. Ask Away!

    Your day trip is 100% private, meaning that it’s only you and your local host exploring the botanical garden. Take advantage of this opportunity and get all the answers and insights to your questions!
  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Miranda
(About local )
24 February 2025
Our tour with Luana was our first time using With Locals. Luana has great warmth and energy. The tour was was the perfect way to start our stay in Funchal. She even tried to find a specific pastry i requested. She also sent links to me after the tour for activities we mentioned an interest in doing. It was like having a friend show you their town. Great Experience!
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MariyaπŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Switzerland
(About local )
31 December 2024
Volha adjusted the route of the tour to accommodate us travelling with a baby buggy (not working great on stairs, of which there are many in Funchal!) and showed some lesser known corners of the city. She is very relaxed and easy going, it was interesting to explore her adopted hometown together. Thanks to a chance encounter with a friend of hers we also found out about Oscar Niyemeyer's buildings in Funchal and visited them as well.A nice stroll through Funchal
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DellaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom
(About local )
23 November 2024
I had such a lovely evening with Volha, who is warm, friendly, interesting and she imparted lots of information about Funchal, and Madeira's history. It is lovely to see a place through the eyes of someone who knows and loves it. It felt like meeting a friend! Conversation was easy, and the overall experience was wonderful. We had a fabulous glass of wine and a delicious snack. Highly recommended.A wonderful evening in Funchal
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RosemaryπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom
(About local )
29 October 2024
We had SHERYLL as our guide on both tours and we thought she was very good . itour experience was one of pleasant learning and interaction and was relaxed and good. We had difficulty meeting up the first time - wasting time- we were all in the same place but not recognizing each other as leader and participants - we even stood on the same step! if only she had had a badge or a particular coloured jacket or some way so that we could have identified her! this kind of thing is very difficult in a busy and for us - new place- with a different language too and is stressful. That said, we enjoyed ourselves immensely and hope this comment will help future participants- once met up- the identification can disappear. also, e mails are easier than your portal- not everyone carries their passwords around and mobiles do not aleays cooperate, THis is no reflection on Sheryll, but rather for you to consider in your prep and organisation. #Many thanks - we love Madeira and were so glad to have pre booked for these exceptional experiences.Tasters and Hidden gems
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Aleeta
(About local )
29 September 2024
Volha was a very welcoming Funchal tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the history of Funchal and was able to tailor the tour to our interests. She is very friendly and the whole group got along very well with her - like meeting a new friend! Thank you Volha for an amazing tour!Fantastic private tour
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ElenaπŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Germany
(About local )
26 September 2024
I had an unforgettable experience exploring Funchal with Volha as a guide! Her deep knowledge of the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems made the tour not only informative but also truly enjoyable. Volha’s passion for Funchal shines through in every story she shares, and her warm personality made the whole experience feel like a walk with a friend. The tour was perfectly paced, covering all the major highlights while also taking us off the beaten path to discover some of Funchal’s best-kept secrets. Whether it was the historical landmarks, the charming local spots, or the breathtaking views, Volha made sure we saw the heart and soul of the city. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to connect with Funchal’s authentic side. Thank you, Volha, for an amazing day and for making Funchal come alive for us! Great expirience 🩷
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DπŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Switzerland
(About local )
21 September 2024
Es wahr eine enspante und gut organisierte StadtfΓΌhrung wir kΓΆnnen sie gut weiter empfΓ€hlen . Danke Volha Tolle FΓΌhrung durch Volha Void
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Els
(About local )
12 September 2024
Sherryl is a very sweet lady but for us, she is not β€œa local”… She indeed lives in Madeira but for us a local should be someone who knows all the tips and tricks from eating in Madeira… This is something we missed, instead of β€œhere you can eat a pastel de nata, which is very popular dessert in Portugal” to β€œhere you can buy the most delicious pastel de nata in Madeira”… so in the end we were happy that we did the tour but a bit disappointed in the tour itself…Not local enough
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Simone
(About local )
24 August 2024
Luana Γ¨ stata molto ospitale, ci ha spiegato nei dettagli la storia di Funchal, le tradizioni e le passioni degli abitanti di madeira. Appassionata dell'isola e di tutte le attrazioni che la contraddistinguono. Grazie per tutto e anche per i suggerimenti su dove gustare la Poncha e dove poter cenare.Alla scoperta di funchal!
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JenniferπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
13 August 2024
Sherryl was a wonderful guide through the city of Funchal. She is very knowledgeable about the city and the foods we tried. She was easy to talk to and give great recommendations for our stay in Madeira!Great day in Fuchal
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TonyπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom
(About local )
17 July 2024
Luana was great, approachable, friendly and excellent knowledge of Funchal. We really enjoyed the eating experiences, and a great introduction to traditional Madeiran food. Luana was able to recommend several restaurants. We ate at the Santa Maria Restaurant tonight and had a superb meal, which was excellent value. Thoroughly recommend a tour with LuanaEverything we wanted it to be
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MarcπŸ‡±πŸ‡Ί Luxembourg
(About local )
10 June 2024
Not much to say except that the tour was exactly what we wanted and totally flexible and adapted to our needs. Luana, with her great personality and knowledge of the island, made this a very enjoyable tour and we highly recommend booking your tours with her."Thank you"
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Marieke
(About local )
2 June 2024
On our first day in Funchal we had a great food&foot tour with Luana. She made a program special for our family and took us to very nice and unique places to eat and drink. We needed and extra hour to enjoy everything. Luana is very enthousiast and familiar and she knows a lot about Funchal and Madeira. We give Luana a very high recommandation!Great tour with Luana
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TomπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
1 May 2024
Engerly was engaging, knowledgeable, and accommodating. She kept the tour interesting with personal and historical anecdotes. We’ll book her again next time we’re in Madeira.Funchal was beautiful
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JohanπŸ‡³πŸ‡± Netherlands
(About local )
25 April 2024
Volha is an entertaining young Italian wan living already for years in Madeira. She speaks good english so easy to follow. She did the 10 tasting in her own way and we loved her enthousiasm. Because we also booked a standard Funchal tour, we made it difficult for her to tell and show things we will not see in the other tour. But she managed. Searching for the right places to eat was a challenge altough it is the title of the tour 😁Volha is a really nice guide!
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CathyπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
(About local )
24 April 2024
Engerly was very pleasant, and very knowledgable. We saw so much of Funchal. She took us to a nice local cafe for the a delicious treat. I would highly recommend her!Beautiful town and Island
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Silvana πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Germany
(About local )
4 April 2024
It was a lovely and interesting time with volha, like walking through her city with a friend and discovering little secrets and hidden beauties. The cable car ride gave us a great overview of the city. It was a pleasure to be with Volha. Absolutely recommendable! Many thanks and best regards from Silvana & Cameron Lovely walk through Funchal

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