Madeira · MADEIRA FOOD TOURS
The 15 best madeira food tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and how far it is from Funchal. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Eat and sip your way through Funchal with nine tastings, six Madeira wine styles, and a market start at Mercado dos Lavradores.
“A broad sampling of food and drink in a variety of venues—some well-known, others harder to find—grounded in historical and cultural context by a well-traveled local guide. A convivial and rewarding introduction to Madeiran gastronomy.”
Full-day Madeira wine tasting with lunch from Funchal. Visit São Vicente and Câmara de Lobos, taste multiple wines, small group.
“We did this tour for my partner’s birthday, and we both had a memorable day. This tour would be worth it simply for Sofia’s knowledge and storytelling, but the views, wine and food make it an unforgettable experience. The second spot we visited (Quinta Do Barbusano) is the real highlight, with some of the best vistas we’ve ever seen and some of the best beef we’ve ever eaten. This tour is an amazing way to see the most beautiful parts of Madeira while drinking fantastic wine and hearing some of the island’s most fascinating stories.”
A self-guided Madeira walking food tour in Funchal, starting at Mercado dos Lavradores, with Madeira wine, chocolate, cheese, and pastel.
“Great way to experience the hidden gems of funchal, had lots of food and a good way to enjoy the foodie scene in madeira, we started at a fab local restaurant and had great service and lots of lovely food, then a madeira wine tasting and artisan chocolates, our highlight was the cheese and wine at a independent cheese shop, serving fab cheeses :). Great way to eat and see the town….”
Private levada hike with poncha and grilled beef skewers in Madeira. Options for 3.5 or 5.5 km, pickup in Funchal, led by Claudio.
“This is an absolute must do on Madeira. Hiking through the forest just two of us with our guide Claudio was amazing. Beautiful scenery and expert commentary on everything from plant life to historical info. Topped the day off with mouthwatering local delicacies like beef and sausage kabobs, polenta and Poncha (rum, honey, and lemon). If you want to enjoy the best of Madeira make sure to reach out to Claudio. You will not be disappointed!!”
Shop Mercado dos Lavradores, then enjoy a rooftop chef cooking show with Madeira fusion dishes, wine, and a full lunch.
“Rigtig god og sjov oplevelse, med en skøn guide der viste os rundt på markedet, og senere lavede charmerende kokke lækker mad til os, mens vi så på, og fik tips og tricks.”
Private Madeira wine tasting in Funchal with H&H, plus Camara de Lobos viewpoints at Rancho and Pico da Torre.
“Madera tasting was excellent. We liked the 20 year old from H&H. The island reminded me a lot of Hawaii.”
Self-guided foodie tapas tour in Funchal, Madeira. Sample coffee, pastel de nata, poncha, wine, cheese and more for $58.
“Great combination to experience local and some remote (Azores) specialties. Not much walking necessary and it is all at your own pace. Be prepared for great Petiscos, delicious chocolate, great cheese, and more.”
Private Madeira wine tasting at Henriques & Henriques, with guided tastings and Rancho viewpoint views of Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão.
“The guide was great! He was very polite, friendly and knowlegable. I only give the tour 4 stars because we only visited one vineyard, which I thought was a pitty, and we saw the plantations by car rather than on foot.”
Shop Funchal’s main market, taste tropical fruits, then watch Madeira fusion cooking on a rooftop with lunch and Portuguese wines.
“Our guide was excellent-knowledgeable, professional, and easily enjoyable. The fruits from the marketplace were delicious and it was fun tasting fruits we had not even heard of in some cases. Lunch was also great from watching the chefs prepare and cook the meal, learning about all the foods of Madeira to tasting their phenomenal creations. Money well spent!”
Madeira’s Funchal wine and food tour: small group, three restaurant tastings with local dishes and wine, with history.
“Great guide and variety of food. You visit 3 diferents restaurant. Guide give a lot information. Recommmend it to all who like to eat great food”
Private 5.5-hour Madeira Levada hike, poncha tasting, and local Espetada dinner with a born-and-raised guide. Pickup included.
“Es war eine locker, entspannte Wanderung abseits von anderen Touristen in einem schönen Wald. Wir waren mit dem Guide alleine (wie es bei einer privaten Tour üblich sein sollte). Er konnte uns somit alle Fragen beantworten und auf unsere Wünsche eingehen. In einer von Einheimischen besuchten Bar haben wir je einen Poncha getrunken bzw. der Guide ein Bier. Dazu gab es hausgemachte Chips und eingelegte Käferbohnen (butterbeans). Auf dem Weg zum Restaurant haben wir Halt an einem Aussichtspunkt gemacht um den Sonnenuntergang über Funchal zu sehen. Es war ein toller Ausblick. Im von Einheimischen besuchten Restaurant gab es das für Madeira typische Espetada-Essen. Der Guide hat die beiden Spieße...”
Taste four types of poncha in Madeira, learn to mix your own, and tour Camacha with views and snacks in 4 hours.
“leuke gids, verassende bars, bijzondere hapjes, de bar waar je zelf poncha maakt is veruit de leukste van de avond. een geweldig leuke eigenaar. Je komt op plekken waar je zelf echt nooit, maar dan ook nooit terrecht zou komen.”
Monte toboggan ride and Madeira wine tasting with market sights in Funchal and Câmara de Lobos, plus hotel pickup, 4 hours.
“Niestety nie podobała mi się. Powody: -Targ rybny był do 13.00 a wycieczka zaczynał się o 14.00 więc po co wpisywać to jako atrakcję skoro tego nie było -Zjazd saniami jest OK ale brak informacji że organizator dopiero będzie kupował bilety i trzeba będzie stać godzinę w kolejce - Awaria busa a na zastępczy trzeba było czekać 2 godziny więc wycieczka została przerwana”
Private walking food tour in Funchal with a custom route, pastel de nata at Piano Café, and a Zona Velha finish. Guided-only.
“Tolles Erlebnis, sehr sympathische und kundige Begleitung. Auf alle unsere Wünsche eingegangen, interessante Stationen bei dehnen nicht zwangsläufig etwas gegessen werden muss.”
A 6-hour Madeira E-bike food tour with a certified guide, small group of 8, scenic rides, and tastings at local mercearias and tascas.
Every kind of day on the island, and the best of each.
